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8 Race with Compere

8 Race Package with Compere (Premier Product) – $199

The Premium “Hosted” Night at the Races Experience – Without Hiring a Full-Service Company

This is our top-tier night at the races package.
You get eight professional races, all printable materials, planning guides, and a built-in Virtual Compere who guides your guests through the entire evening.

Perfect for:

  • Corporate charity nights

  • Large school or booster fundraisers

  • Big community or club events

  • Any group that wants a fully hosted, professional experience

Everything is delivered as an instant digital download so you can start planning today.


What’s Included in the Premier Package

8 Professional Horse Races with Commentary

High-quality race films featuring home-of-racing track footage and professional commentary by Mark Johnson – the only race caller to have announced both the Kentucky Derby and the Epsom Derby.

Each race includes:

  • 8 horses with unpredictable outcomes

  • HD video with full commentary

  • Realistic racecourse footage

  • Exciting, authentic finishes that keep the room engaged

Approximate runtime:

  • 3–7 minutes per race video

  • 20–25 minutes per race including betting and payouts

  • Designed for a 3–4 hour event


Virtual Compere (Pre-Recorded Host)

Your Virtual Compere acts as your night at the races MC:

  • Welcomes your guests and explains how the night works

  • Introduces races and builds atmosphere

  • Reminds guests when it is time to place bets

  • Helps keep the night moving smoothly and professionally

This means:

  • You do not need an experienced MC

  • Volunteers feel more confident

  • Guests get a consistent, polished experience

You can still add your own local announcements between races (raffles, bar promotions, sponsor mentions, etc.), but the Virtual Compere handles the “core show.”


Premium Printable Materials Pack

Every document you need to run and promote a professional night at the races, delivered as high-resolution, editable PDFs:

  • Tote betting tickets (print unlimited copies)

  • Race cards with pre-filled horse names

  • Blank race card templates (if you want to name your own horses)

  • Event posters and promotional flyers

  • Sponsor sheets for race and horse sponsors

  • Horse ownership and naming forms

  • Advanced tote calculation and payout sheets

  • Race announcement and result sheets

  • Full organizer checklist

You can add your organization’s name and event details to the materials.


Complete Event Planning System

You get everything from the Complete Package, plus the additional benefit of the Virtual Compere.

Included:

  • 8-week planning timeline from idea to event night

  • Venue setup guide (layout, screen, sound, tables)

  • Volunteer role descriptions and responsibilities

  • Betting system explanation in clear, simple language

  • Night at the races running order and suggested schedule

  • Tips to maximize revenue from sponsors, ticket sales, and betting

All written in plain English so any organizer can follow it.


Fundraising Potential

A well-run night at the races with the Premier Package can raise between $2,000 and $8,000 in a single night.

Typical income streams:

  • Tote betting (your main revenue)

  • Race sponsorships (for example, $100 per race = $800)

  • Horse naming rights (for example, $20–$25 per horse)

  • Admission tickets

  • Food and beverage sales

  • Raffles and interval games

Example Event (200+ Guests)

  • 200 guests × $10 admission = $2,000

  • 8 races × $100 race sponsor = $800

  • Tote betting profit = $1,000–$1,500

  • Extras (food, raffles, etc.) = $500–$1,000

Total potential revenue: $4,300–$5,300+

Your investment: $199
You keep 100% of the profit.


Who the Premier Package Is For

This package is ideal if:

  • You want a night at the races that feels professionally hosted

  • You prefer a “plug and play” solution with the Virtual Compere guiding the show

  • You want to impress sponsors, staff, or VIP guests

  • You do not want to hire a full-service race company at $2,000–$4,000

Typical buyers include:

  • Corporate event planners

  • Larger schools and booster clubs

  • Rotary, Lions, and similar civic groups

  • Veterans organizations

  • Large churches and community groups


How It Works

Step 1: Instant Digital Download

After your purchase you will receive:

  • A secure download link by email

  • All 8 HD race videos (MP4 format)

  • The Virtual Compere segments

  • Printable materials pack (PDF)

  • Full planning and setup guide

Everything is digital. You can download and store the files on your own device.


Step 2: Set Up Your Event

Setup usually takes 1–2 hours:

  • Choose your venue (hall, gym, club, conference room)

  • Connect your laptop to a projector or large TV

  • Test sound with speakers or the venue sound system

  • Print betting tickets, race cards, and posters

  • Brief volunteers on their roles

The guide explains each step, including example room layouts.


Step 3: Host Your Night at the Races with the Virtual Compere

On the night:

  • Welcome guests and introduce your cause

  • Play the introduction film / Virtual Compere welcome

  • Open betting for Race 1

  • Close betting, play the race, then pay winners

  • Repeat for all 8 races with breaks for raffles, auctions, or refreshments

Your Virtual Compere keeps the show flowing and helps everyone understand what is happening next.


Step 4: Count Your Profits

After the event:

  • Use the included calculation sheets to tally profits

  • Record race sponsorship and horse sales income

  • Review which races and promotions worked best

  • Plan your next night at the races using the same kit

You can reuse this package for unlimited events at no additional cost.


Technical Specifications

Video Files

  • Format: MP4

  • Resolution: HD 1080p

  • Length: 3–7 minutes per race

  • Commentary: Professional race commentary by Mark Johnson

  • Compatible with: Windows PCs, Mac, projectors, HDMI TVs, many smart TVs

Virtual Compere

  • Pre-recorded host segments

  • Designed to fit between races and key event moments

  • Plays from any standard media player

Printable Materials

  • Format: PDF (high resolution)

  • Paper: Standard US Letter or A4

  • Printer: Any home, office, or print shop printer

  • Editable sections for your organization’s name and event details

Download Size and Requirements

  • Total download size: approximately 1–2 GB

  • Individual race files: 100–600 MB each

  • Stable internet connection required for initial download

System requirements:

  • Windows or Mac laptop or desktop

  • PDF reader (for example, Adobe Reader)

  • Media player (for example, VLC)


Important Note About Corporate Laptops

The most common technical issue we see is corporate laptops blocking ZIP files due to security policies.

To avoid problems:

  • Download the ZIP files to your personal laptop or home computer

  • Then move the files to your event laptop if needed (via USB drive or external storage)


Use the Premier Package Again and Again

Once purchased:

  • You can use this package as many times as you like

  • Run annual or quarterly nights at the races

  • Use the same system at different venues or for different teams or departments

There are no renewal fees for using the same downloaded package.


Risk-Free 30-Day Guarantee

You can try the Premier Package for your organization with confidence.

If you are not satisfied for any reason within 30 days, contact us for a full refund.
We want you to feel completely comfortable investing in your fundraising tools.


Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Do I need any special equipment?
You only need a laptop, projector or large TV, speakers, and a printer. Most venues already have a projector or big screen available.

Q: How is this different from the Complete Package?
The Premier Package includes everything in the Complete Package, plus:

  • The Virtual Compere (pre-recorded host)

  • A more polished, hosted experience for your guests

If you want your event to feel like a professionally run night at the races show, this is the best choice.

Q: Can I run the event without the Virtual Compere?
Yes. You can choose to mix your own MC with the Virtual Compere or skip segments if you prefer. The system is flexible.

Q: How long does the event last?
Most groups run a 3–4 hour evening, including 8 races, betting windows, prize announcements, raffles, and breaks.

Q: Will people know the race results in advance?
No. The race outcomes are not obvious, and most guests will not have seen these races before. Each race is exciting and genuinely uncertain.

Q: Can I reuse the package for multiple events?
Yes. You can use the same files for as many events as you like, within your own organization.

Q: What if I have technical problems?
Email support is included. We will help you troubleshoot common issues such as file playback and connection to your projector or screen.


Ready to Host a Fully Hosted Night at the Races Fundraiser?

8 Race Package with Compere (Premier Product) – $199

  • 8 professional HD races with commentary

  • Full Virtual Compere (pre-recorded host)

  • Premium printable materials pack

  • Complete planning and setup guide

  • Unlimited guests

  • Use as many times as you like

  • 30-day money-back guarantee

Compare Our Night at the Races Packages

6 Race Starter Package

Great for smaller events
$79 one-time
Ideal for first-time organizers and smaller fundraisers that want a simple night at the races at a low cost.
  • 6 professional horse races
  • DIY hosting with your own MC
  • Core printable materials pack
  • Unlimited guests

Good for: smaller events and first nights at the races.

8 Race Complete Package

Most popular choice
$149 one-time
Our best-selling option for schools, churches, and nonprofits that want a professional, repeatable fundraiser.
  • 8 professional horse races
  • Expanded premium materials pack
  • Full 8-week planning guide and event timeline
  • Unlimited guests

Ideal for: groups wanting a complete professional kit.

8 Race Package with Compere (Premier Product)
Current package

Fully hosted experience
$199 one-time
Includes our pre-recorded Virtual Host for a polished, fully compered feel without hiring a live host.
  • 8 professional horse races
  • Includes pre-recorded Virtual Host
  • All premium materials from the Complete Package
  • Unlimited guests

Perfect for: corporate charity nights and large community events that want maximum polish and professionalism.

FREE Night at the Races Fundraiser Playbook
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The complete guide to raising $2,000–$10,000 at your next fundraiser.

  • Step-by-step planning timeline & checklists
  • Printable tote tickets & race programme templates
  • Real tips from groups who've raised thousands

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