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Dante Stakes horse racing festival
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Dante Stakes horse racing festival

“Known as Knavesmire, the three-day festival on York Racecourse has become a favourite among riders and spectators since its inception in 1731.” — Unknown, “The festival attracts a lively, a diverse and enjoyable setting,” DTB, date uknown. (Link no longer active.)

History of the York Racecourse here.

Sighting Citation:

“Dante Stakes horse racing festival.” Dante Today: Citings and Sightings of Dante’s Works in Contemporary Culture. Elizabeth Coggeshall and Arielle Saiber, eds. July 17, 2019. https://www.dantetoday.org/sightings/dante-festival-horseracing/.