If you haven’t started planning for the 82nd annual Iroquois Steeplechase , giddy up and get going. The event takes over Percy Warner Park (2500 Old Hickory Blvd.) on Saturday, May 13 and we have your need-to-know information. Still don’t have tickets? Explore your options .
👜 Bring it vs. leave it
Pack:
If you purchased a tailgate ticket, you’re allowed one 10x10 tent, a table, and chairs. Box seat and tailgaters can BYOB (just make sure nothing is glass). Also recommended is sunscreen, hats, and bottled water.
Ditch:
- Propane grills
- Glass containers
- Firearms and fireworks
- Advertising banners + signs
Pro tip: Pets are also not allowed on the grounds, with the exception of service animals.
Print out this handy map for easy navigation.
Graphic via Iroquois Steeplechase
🚘 Parking + transportation
If you’re driving yourself:
- You must print the parking pass and have it clearly displayed on your windshield when you get to your gate — no electronic passes are accepted. Parking passes are now sold out.
If you’re using rideshare:
- Rideshare pick-up and drop-off is designated to Lot S, Gate 4. The parking map above shows an additional location near the family area at the hillside entrance off of Highway 100.
🌭 Food truck fare
Steeplechase will offer 13 food trucks
in the family area and Steeplechase central — here are some local options we’ll be looking for:
- Hogwood BBQ | Our pick: Pulled pork
- Retro Sno | Our pick: Blackberry pomegranate
- Vee’s Chick N Cones | Our pick: Honey mustard
Put your best fashion foot forward and shop local for this year’s event.
Photo via Iroquois Steeplechase
🛍️ Outfit inspo
Suits + bowties:
- Haymakers & Co. | 3307 West End Ave.
- J. Michaels Clothiers | 3305 West End Ave.
- Richards Bespoke | 1254 Martin St.
Dresses+ skirts:
- Hemline Nashville | 4025 Hillsboro Pk.
- Draper James | 2608 12th Ave. S.
- Modiste | 203 2nd Ave. N.
Hats:
- American Paint Hat Co. | 3820 Charlotte Ave. #129
- Rustler Hat Co. | 407 11th Ave. S.
Bonus: Enter the Nfocus Steeplechase Style Contest .