Big racing and equestrian competitions love their hats, and this is our Florida's take on the tradition. If beauty and tradition is your style, we will look forward to watching you put on your most handsome hat. If you are into modern and hip styles, show off what you've got. And if odd and weird is what strikes your fancy, we can't wait to see your creativity at work. All the fun is slated for Saturday, November 16th. There will be prizes for the top entries!

Didn't bring a hat? Not a problem - The Appleton Museum will be on hand on Saturday in the Kid Zone to lead artisitic activities, and will have blank hats to decorate - so stop by and have fun making your creation!

• $250 Cash Prize - Best Overall Hat
• $75 Cash First Prize ineach of:

The Most Hip Hat, The Most Handsome Hat, The Hoakiest Hat, The Best Hat Made by a Kid

• $25 Cash Second Prize in each of:

The Most Hip Hat, The Most Handsome Hat, The Hoakiest Hat, The Best Hat Made by a Kid

• Royal Helmet, sponsored by Tipperary/Phoenix Performance Products for Best Rider Hat
• Gift Basket by Retired Racehorse Project

Judging and Prize Awards will be at 4 pm Saturday, November 16th at the Judges' Tent (tent between main arena and OJC Clubhouse)

Louisa Barton from The Horse Talk Show will be the host and one of the judges for the Hat Day competition.