FC4 Events and Therapeutic Horses of Saratoga Invite Community to Lace Up for the Jeff Clark Memorial Silks & Satins 5K — Celebrating Saratoga’s Racing Season and Supporting Equine-Assisted Therapy
A vibrant event kicking off Saratoga’s thoroughbred horse racing season to benefit Therapeutic Horses of Saratoga
Saratoga Springs, NY (July 7, 2025) – Saratoga Springs runners, walkers, and community members are invited to join the beloved Jeff Clark Memorial Silks & Satins 5K on Saturday, July 12, 2025, at Fasig-Tipton. This much-anticipated event, produced by FC4 Events and Fleet Feet, offers a fast, flat course through Saratoga’s charming East Side neighborhood, near iconic horse racing facilities, and serves as an exciting prelude to the horse racing season.
Whether running or walking, participants will enjoy a unique route that celebrates Saratoga’s spirit while supporting Therapeutic Horses of Saratoga (THS), a nonprofit providing transformative equine-assisted programs to Veterans, families, children, and others facing mental health challenges.
We’re proud to have the New York Racing Association (NYRA) as a community partner for this year’s race. Registered runners will receive a complimentary general admission ticket, courtesy of NYRA, redeemable on any day of the 2025 Summer Meet at Saratoga Race Course—excluding Whitney Day (August 2) and Travers Day (August 23).
“We are grateful to FC4 Events for their ongoing collaboration and for choosing Therapeutic Horses of Saratoga as the beneficiary of this year’s Silks & Satins 5K,” said Erin Christopher-Sisk, Founder of Therapeutic Horses of Saratoga. “This event has become a meaningful tradition in our community, and we are honored to be part of it as we continue our mission to provide healing through the power of horses. We look forward to coming together with runners, volunteers, and supporters to make this year’s race a memorable one.”
“We’re excited to bring the Silks & Satins 5K back to Saratoga and proud to support Therapeutic Horses of Saratoga,” said Peter Goutos, Event Co-Director. “This race is a fantastic way to raise awareness and rally the community around the important work THS does to improve lives through equine-assisted therapy.”
Runners and walkers are encouraged to register as part of the THS Team. Volunteers, including friends and family, are also needed to help staff the race. Those interested can sign up here.
Event Details:
Location: Fasig-Tipton, 153 George Street, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
Date: Saturday, July 12, 2025
Time: 8:00 am
Event Sponsors:
We’re grateful to our generous sponsors for their support of the Silks & Satins 5K, including ASICS, Fleet Feet Albany | Malta, Adirondack Sports & Fitness, CASmith LLC, Death Wish Coffee, Dempsey Development, Greenwich Ford, Interactive Media Consulting, The Lake 93.3 FM, Thorn & Roots.
Community Partners:
We want to thank our community partners whose support and collaboration help make the Silks & Satins 5K possible, including the Saratoga County Chamber of Commerce, Discover Saratoga, Fasig-Tipton, New York Racing Association (NYRA), The National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame, and the City of Saratoga Springs’ Fire Department, Police Department, and Department of Public Works.
Join us for a memorable morning of fitness, community, and horse racing tradition in beautiful Saratoga Springs!
For registration and volunteer opportunities, visit: Silks & Satins 5K – Therapeutic Horses of Saratoga, Inc.
About Therapeutic Horses of Saratoga (THS):
Therapeutic Horses of Saratoga is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit horse sanctuary accredited by the Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance and Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries. THS partners with local mental health professionals to provide equine-assisted therapy that supports healing and personal growth for Veterans, children, families, and others facing mental health challenges. Through horse-human connection, THS fosters wellness, resilience, and hope.
About FC4 Events:
FC4 Events is a mission-driven organization dedicated to producing high-quality endurance and running events that foster community, promote healthy lifestyles, and support charitable causes. With a commitment to excellence and innovation, FC4 Events creates memorable experiences that inspire participants of all abilities while giving back to local communities and nonprofit partners. More information about FC4 Events (a/k/a FC4, Inc.) can be found at fc4events.com.
For registration and volunteer opportunities, please visit: Silks & Satins 5K – Therapeutic Horses of Saratoga, Inc.
