Triple Crown: Ticketing and parking info for 2023 Triple Crown
Mar. 11—The Aiken Triple Crown is comprised of the Aiken Trials, the Aiken Spring Steeplechase and Pacers & Polo.
The Aiken Standard has compiled ticket and parking information for each event.
Aiken Trials
Saturday, March 18
Aiken Training Track, 538 Two Notch Road
10 a.m. — Gates, vendors and concessions open
11 a.m. — Vendors and concession open
11:30 a.m. — Pre-race festivities
Noon — Races begin after opening ceremonies
— Tickets and parking: General admission ticket is $25 in advance and at gate; general admission parking is $20.
Advance tickets are available at the Aiken Training Track office on Two Notch Road S.E. Tickets also are available at Unique Expressions on Whiskey Road, Aiken Saddlery on East Pine Log Road and Aiken County Visitors Center on Laurens Street. Tickets can also purchase tickets at the gate the day of the event for cash only.
— For availability of railside spaces, call the Aiken Training Track office at 803-648-4631.
For more information, visit aikentrainingtrack.com.
Aiken Spring Steeplechase
Saturday, March 25
Aiken Steeplechase Racecourse, 2020 Richland Ave. E.
8 a.m. — Gates open
9 a.m. — Village of Shops opens
10:30 a.m. — Guarantor Terrace, Terrace Boxes and The Winners Club Open
Noon — Hat & Crazy Pants Contest at the Finish Line followed by a Parade of Hounds by the Aiken Hounds, presentation by the Aiken County Pony Club, and carriage parade.
1 p.m.: Race 1
1 p.m.: Race 2
2 p.m.: Race 3
2 p.m.: Race 4
3 p.m.: Race 5
4 p.m.: Race 6
— Physical tickets are required for all tailgate parking and patrons. QR codes and email receipts will not be accepted. Patron Tickets will be available for purchase at all gates ($40 cash or check) on race day. Patron parking will be available at the Green Gate ($40 cash or check) on race day. Lost or forgotten tickets or parking passes must be repurchased at race day prices. VIP Tent Guests will be required to present their parking hanger for entry and show their QR code at the entry to the tent.
— Patron tickets are $40 each. Children 10 and under are free and do not require a ticket. Patron Tickets are for admission only and does not provide vehicle entry to the event.
— Patron parking is available for $40 per vehicle. Patron Parking will be available at the Green Gate ONLY on race day for $40 per vehicle.
— Ticket outlets: Visit one of the following locations to purchase Patron Tickets and Green Gate Patron Parking: Aiken County Farm Supply, Aiken County Visitors Center, Fox & Lady, Unique Expressions and all Security Federal Bank locations.
For more information, call the Aiken Steeplechase Office at 803-648-9641 or visit aikensteeplechase.com.
Pacers & Polo
Saturday, April 1
Powderhouse Polo Field, 820 Powderhouse Road
10:30 a.m.: Gates open
1 p.m.: Polo match begins
— Match information: There will be an opening ceremony, six 7-minute chukkers, a 20-minute intermission and an awards ceremony at the end of the match.
— Tickets: General admission tickets may be purchased by calling the USC Aiken Athletic Department at 803-643-6862 or the athletic department office at the Convocation Center on Champion Way in Graniteville. Advance tickets are $8 for adults; $5 for children (under 6 free). Tickets at the gate on game day are $10 for adults and $5 for children (under 6 free).
— VIP Hospitality Tent: VIP tickets are $75 and include a buffet lunch; railside VIP viewing and seating; an open bar; program; Winner's Circle; and pictures. For information or to purchase VIP Hospitality Tent tickets, call the USCA Office of Advancement at 803-641-3518.
— Parking: $10 per car.
— Railside Spots: $125 per spot and includes 4 general admission tickets and programs. To reserve a railside parking space, call the USC Aiken Athletic Department at 803-641-3331.
— Proceeds: All proceeds provide scholarships for USC Aiken students.
— Rain Date: April 2
For more information, including inclement weather updates, visit usca.edu/pacersandpolo.
