presented by Brown Advisory
Celebrate a cherished Maryland tradition with friends, family, and exhilarating races.
The Legacy Chase is where community spirit comes alive.
Est. 2001 · A Maryland Tradition
For a quarter century, the Legacy Chase at Shawan Downs has brought together the steeplechase community in support of land preservation. This September we mark twenty-five years of racing, tradition, and conservation.
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About Us
The Legacy Chase is the flagship equestrian event at Shawan Downs, bringing together elite horses and gifted riders to showcase the graceful intensity of steeplechase racing for the Maryland community.
We provide food vendors, retail vendors, live music, and other experiences to encourage those unfamiliar with the sport to bring their families and friends to a truly pastoral experience.
Historically, proceeds from The Legacy Chase benefit the Land Preservation Trust, dedicated to preserving Baltimore County agricultural land from further development.
Racing for a Cause
For twenty-five years, proceeds from The Legacy Chase have supported the Land Preservation Trust — protecting Baltimore County's agricultural land and the Greenspring and Worthington Valleys from development. Your day at the races keeps these landscapes wild.
Learn MoreBring your ticket and make sure to print it at home! This will help the parking attendants park you quickly.
Smart country casual is the spirit of the day — think tweeds, sundresses, and comfortable shoes for the grass.
Be considerate of the tailgaters around you. Keep within your reserved space and help everyone enjoy the day.
Well-behaved, leashed dogs are welcome. Please clean up after your pet and keep them clear of the racecourse.
Tailgaters are welcome to bring their own food, chairs, and tables. Coolers are permitted in your reserved area.
Visit the food and retail vendors, the Kids’ Zone, the paddock, and of course the rail for the best racing views.
Glass containers, tents larger than your space allowance, and amplified sound systems are not permitted.
Small pop-up tents are allowed within the parking areas but they are not permitted in Finish Line or Skyboxes. Larger tents require a hospitality or sponsorship package.
Please stay within the boundaries of your reserved parking or box space so everyone has room to enjoy the day.
For the safety of horses, riders, and spectators, drones are strictly prohibited on the grounds unless being used by racing officials.
No. Firearms, fireworks, and any explosives are strictly prohibited at the event.
Personal catering for your own tailgate is fine; commercial third-party vendors require prior approval from the committee. Please contact us if you would like your tailgate/box catered by John Brown General and Butchery.
No grills are permitted. Generators are discouraged out of courtesy to your neighbors.
Keep music at a courteous volume. Amplified speakers and live sound systems are not permitted.
RVs, buses, and oversized vehicles are not permitted in standard parking. Contact us in advance for arrangements.
