Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance announced the dates of their annual Off to the Races online benefit auction featuring VIP racing experience packages with all proceeds going to support accredited aftercare. This online auction provides a chance for the public to bid on 20 VIP racing experience packages, granting access to major race days at renowned racetracks across North America in 2026. Each package features an exclusive itinerary of horse racing-related activities, alongside tickets to designated race days and more, promising unforgettable experiences.
Bidding opens Thursday, January 22 at 10 AM EST and closes Friday, January 30 at 10 PM EST. Those who are interested can view items and register to bid in advance. Visit thoroughbredaftercare.org/offtotheraces to view and bid on all VIP experiences.
"We are thrilled to open the 5th annual edition of the Off to the Races VIP auction," said Emily Dresen, Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance, Director of Fundraising & Events. "We can't wait to share these opportunities with race fans and industry participants--there is something for everyone! Thanks to our generous donors, we have the unique opportunity to celebrate the sport of horse racing and provide critical funding to support Thoroughbred aftercare."
VIP Experiences include:
1. 2026 VIP Fountain of Youth
2. 2026 VIP Tampa Bay Derby
3. 2026 VIP NHC Last Chance/First Chance Qualifier
4. 2026 VIP Texas Champions Day
5. 2026 VIP Florida Derby
6. 2026 VIP Santa Anita Derby
7. 2026 VIP Blue Grass Stakes
8. 2026 VIP Kentucky Oaks & Kentucky Derby
9. 2026 VIP Belmont Stakes
10. 2026 VIP Lone Star Experience
11. 2026 VIP Haskell Stakes
12. 2026 VIP Whitney Stakes
13. 2026 VIP Festival of Racing at Colonial Downs
14. 2026 VIP Pacific Classic
15. 2026 VIP Kentucky Downs
16. 2026 VIP King's Plate
17. 2026 VIP Canterbury Park Experience
18. 2026 VIP Maryland Million Day
19. 2026 VIP Breeders' Cup World Championships
20. 2027 VIP Eclipse Awards
