Queen’s Cup Steeplechase Celebrates 25 Years

Keeping order on the track is not as easy as it seems, and it doesn't seem easy. (Photo by: Dusty Wallace)

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WAXHAW, NC – With great anticipation, the Queen’s Cup Steeplechase returned this year for its 25th anniversary Silver Jubilee. The event was a major success, with an incredible turnout and a great time for everyone in attendance. As always, the day was filled with exciting races, contests, entertainment, and the opportunity to spend time with friends and loved ones at one of the most important sporting and social events that North Carolina has to offer. Take a look at some of what the day had to offer in these photos from the return of the Queen’s Cup Steeplechase.

Racers move right along past a hurdle at the Queen's Cup Steeplechase Silver Jubilee. (Photo by: Dusty Wallace)
Racers move right along past a hurdle at the Queen’s Cup Steeplechase Silver Jubilee. (Photo by: Dusty Wallace)
This family had a great time hitting the birdie around as they watched the race. (Photo by: Dusty Wallace)
This family had a great time hitting the birdie around as they watched the race. (Photo by: Dusty Wallace)
Horses racing hard for the finish on one of several tight races at the Queen's Cup Steeplechase. (Photo by: Dusty Wallace)
Horses racing hard for the finish on one of several tight races at the Queen’s Cup Steeplechase. (Photo by: Dusty Wallace)
Pony rides were fun for the whole family. (Photo by: Dusty Wallace)
Pony rides were fun for the whole family. (Photo by: Dusty Wallace)
"No way! We wore matching outfits again!" (Photo by: Dusty Wallace)
“No way! We wore matching outfits again!” (Photo by: Dusty Wallace)
This horse required a little extra handling as they moved around the paddock. (Photo by: Dusty Wallace)
This horse required a little extra handling as they moved around the paddock. (Photo by: Dusty Wallace)
These kids had a blast playing croquet out on the lawn. (Photo by: Dusty Wallace)
These kids had a blast playing croquet out on the lawn. (Photo by: Dusty Wallace)
A Color Guard presentation by Bravo Battery 1-113th Field Artillery Battalion. (Photo by: Dusty Wallace)
A Color Guard presentation by Bravo Battery 1-113th Field Artillery Battalion. (Photo by: Dusty Wallace)
Between the mask, the hat, and the checkered top, this might have been the coolest trio of the day. (Photo by: Dusty Wallace)
Between the mask, the hat, and the checkered top, this might have been the coolest trio of the day. (Photo by: Dusty Wallace)
Drummers in the Grandfather Mountain Highlanders Pipe Band kept the beat during opening ceremonies. (Photo by: Dusty Wallace)
Drummers in the Grandfather Mountain Highlanders Pipe Band kept the beat during opening ceremonies. (Photo by: Dusty Wallace)
There should've been a contest for best dressed, she would be an obvious finalist. (Photo by: Dusty Wallace)
There should’ve been a contest for best dressed, she would be an obvious finalist. (Photo by: Dusty Wallace)
These folks brought enough style to go around. (Photo by: Dusty Wallace)
These folks brought enough style to go around. (Photo by: Dusty Wallace)
Some jockeys had a rough ride as they raced towards the finish at the Queen's Cup Steeplechase Silver Jubilee. (Photo by: Dusty Wallace)
Some jockeys had a rough ride as they raced towards the finish at the Queen’s Cup Steeplechase Silver Jubilee. (Photo by: Dusty Wallace)
Racers coming around the backstretch at the Queen's Cup Steeplechase Silver Jubilee. (Photo by: Dusty Wallace)
Racers coming around the backstretch at the Queen’s Cup Steeplechase Silver Jubilee. (Photo by: Dusty Wallace)
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