Are you planning to head to the races this week in Saratoga? Week 3 of the 2019 meet is shaping up to be another great one with thrilling stakes races and fun-filled special events on the schedule. Get a preview of what’s coming up and finalize your next trip today!
Wednesday, July 24
Saratoga Stakes Races: Honorable Miss Handicap & New York Stallion Series Cab Calloway Division
Place your bets for the GII, $200,000 Honorable Miss Handicap and the $150,000 New York Stallion Series Cab Calloway Division!
This Wednesday, Saratoga Race Course will pay tribute to active military members and veterans during Military Appreciation Day. The Coca-Cola Saratoga Pavilion will feature exhibits and activities, and all veterans and active military members with a military ID will receive free Grandstand admission.
Thursday, July 25
Saratoga Stakes Races: A.P. Smithwick Memorial & John Morrissey
Place your bets for the GI, $150,000 A.P. Smithwick Memorial and the $100,000 John Morrissey!
Want to sample a great selection of wine and spirits produced right here in New York State? If so, then stop by the Coca-Cola Saratoga Pavilion from 12:00pm-5:00pm for Taste NY: Wine & Spirits. Guests will be able to enjoy five samples for $5.
Sample drinks featuring Don Julio tequila from 3:00pm-5:00pm outside the entrance of The Stretch.
The Low Roller Challenge will take place on Thursdays and Sundays at Saratoga Race Course. This is a chance for aspiring handicappers to experience the excitement of tournament play for $40. Registration will begin at 11:00am near Fourstardave Sports Bar.
Friday, July 26
Place your bets for the $100,000 Curlin!
Sample craft beers and ciders produced by New York State breweries and cideries during this Friday’s Taste NY: Craft Beer & Cider. From 12:00pm-5:00pm, you can enjoy five samples for $5 in the Coca-Cola Saratoga Pavilion.
Saturday, July 27
Saratoga Stakes Races: Jim Dandy, Alfred G. Vanderbilt & Bowling Green
Place your bets for the GII, $600,000 Jim Dandy, the GI, $350,000 Alfred G. Vanderbilt Handicap, and the GII, $250,000 Bowling Green!
Permanently Disabled Jockeys’ Fund Awareness Day
In recognition of Permanently Disabled Jockeys’ Fund Day Across America, there will be special photo opportunities and autograph signings at Saratoga Race Course.
Shop for women’s and men’s apparel and accessories during Fashion Saturdays at the Coca-Cola Saratoga Pavilion. Fashion Saturdays will run from 11:00am-5:00pm and feature a variety of local retailers.
Woodford Reserve Bourbon Saturdays
Visit the Jim Dandy Bar from 3:00pm-5:00pm and enjoy specialty drinks and selections from Woodford Reserve.
Sample the new Ketel One Botanicals from 3:00pm-5:00pm outside the entrance to The Stretch.
Sunday, July 28
Saratoga Stakes Race: Amsterdam
Place your bets for the GII, $200,000 Amsterdam!
A Saratoga-themed paint and sip will be held in the Paddock Tent. Purchase tickets and prepare to unleash your creative side!
The Low Roller Challenge will take place on Thursdays and Sundays at Saratoga Race Course. This is a chance for aspiring handicappers to experience the excitement of tournament play for $40. Registration will begin at 11:00am near Fourstardave Sports Bar.
Bring the kids to the Coca-Cola Saratoga Pavilion on Sunday for family-friendly activities, games, attractions, and more. The Berkshire Bank Family Sundays event series will be held from 11:00am-5:00pm.
