A fun and interactive fundraising event at the Effingham Performance Center to benefit the Ballard Nature Center.

Mark your calendar for Friday, March 5, 2021 with doors opening at 6pm and the races starting at 7pm. This event will re-create being at a true horserace. Dress in your “derby” attire for your chance to win a door prize!

Attendees will place bets in increments of $5.00 prior to each race. Daily Double and 50/50 will also be available for your chance to win.

Ticket prices are $25/person. You can also sponsor a race for $250, which includes: two admission tickets; sponsor name listed by race number; sponsor name announced during the race; & sponsor logo on the race program. You can name a horse for $10 and it will be displayed under races with donor name listed as the jockey!

Limited tickets are available due to social distancing restrictions, so get those tickets now. Call or message the nature center to get on the list.