Get Info on the 2025 Belmont Stakes Picnic Tables at Saratoga Race Course
Wondering what to expect with the 2025 Belmont Stakes picnic tables at Saratoga Race Course? Here's a quick guide to the backyard seating, the reserved picnic tables, and a delicious lunch to-go option from the renowned Cardona's Market.
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Backyard Picnic Tables: First Come, First Serve
The large majority of Saratoga's backyard picnic tables, about 700, will be available on a first come, first serve basis per usual during the four-day Belmont Stakes Racing Festival, June 4 - 8, 2025.
Coolers & Outside Food Policy
Guests may bring their own coolers into the track during the 2025 Belmont Stakes Racing Festival. However, please note the following:
- Outside alcohol (no glass containers) is only permitted on Wednesday, June 4 and Sunday, June 8.
- Outside food and non-alcoholic beverages are allowed every day, including Thursday, Friday, and Saturday when alcohol is not permitted.
- Coolers must not exceed 12" x 18", and are limited to one per guest.
See our FAQ for a full list of permitted and banned items >>
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Reserved Picnic Tables
Reserved seats for the 2025 Belmont Stakes Racing Festival at Saratoga Race Course are on sale now!
Located in the heart of the backyard, Festival Tent tables offer a covered, open-air setting with TVs to catch all the live racing action. For Belmont Stakes Day on Saturday, each Festival Tent reservation includes a Picnic Bundle Box with an assortment of sandwiches, salad, chips, and water bottles—enough to serve six guests.
Two-Day Festival Tent Packages (Friday and Saturday) start at $1,800 per table.
Grab Trackside Lunch To-Go from Cardona’s Market
New this summer: Cardona’s “Track Packs” make race day lunch easy, delicious, and local. Whether you’re a Saratoga regular or visiting for the Belmont Stakes, swing by Cardona’s Saratoga Market and pick up a to-go meal that’s perfect for enjoying at the picnic tables!
Each Track Pack includes:
- A made-to-order sandwich
- A bag of Saratoga Chips
- A bottle of Saratoga Water
- A homemade cookie
Need to keep your food hot or cold until post time? Cardona’s also offers their brand-new dual-temperature coolers.
To order a TRACK PACK or COOLER BUNDLE FOR 4, click here!
Feeding a group? Cardona’s full catering menu includes larger Track Pack orders (BELMONT BUNDLES). See the options here >>
Make Plans for the Belmont Stakes Racing Festival
Looking forward to the Belmont Stakes Racing Festival on June 4 - 8, 2025? Finalize your picnic plans today and get ready for an exciting afternoon at the track!
See the Belmont Stakes Race Schedule >>
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