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Saratoga Race Course General Admission Tickets Now On Sale!

Exciting news for racing fans: single-day general admission tickets for the 2025 Saratoga Race Course summer meet are officially on sale! Now’s your chance to lock in your spot for one of the most anticipated summer traditions in Saratoga.

General admission includes access to the popular Rivers Casino Backyard (with hundreds of first-come, first-served picnic tables), and walk-around access to most areas of the track, including the Clubhouse, Grandstand, and trackside apron.

Guests are welcome to bring personal-sized coolers and lawn chairs, so you can kick back and enjoy the day your way.

This year’s season includes the July 4th Racing Festival (July 3–6) and the full 40-day summer meet from July 10 through September 1.

With so many thrilling race days on the horizon, now’s the time to grab your tickets and prepare for another unforgettable Saratoga summer. Tickets are available online—purchase yours today!

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Style Meets the Track: Shop Lifestyles of Saratoga Trackside This Season

Lifestyles of Saratoga is back at the Saratoga Race Course with their beloved seasonal pop-up — and it’s trackside perfection. Housed in a charming 1968 vintage camper just inside the Union Avenue gate, this stylish stop is open on all racing days and brings the best of Saratoga fashion straight to the heart of the action.

Discover an exclusive selection of race day favorites, from chic tees and hats to summer-ready apparel, accessories, and sunglasses. Curated with care, each piece is handpicked from Lifestyles’ three downtown shops, giving shoppers a one-of-a-kind experience tailored for the track.

More than just a shopping destination, this pop-up embodies Saratoga’s spirit of giving. Once again, 10% of proceeds from the season will be donated to the Backstretch Employee Service Team (BEST), helping support the dedicated individuals who keep the race course running smoothly.

So whether you're dressing for a day at the races or picking up a piece of Saratoga style, stop by the camper and shop with purpose. When you support local, you’re making a difference—and looking great doing it.

Explore New Interpretive Signage at Pitney Meadows Community Farm

Pitney Meadows Community Farm in Saratoga Springs has taken a major step forward in connecting visitors to the land with the launch of 19 new interpretive signs spread across its scenic 166-acre campus. This thoughtful initiative, developed in partnership with the Land Trust Alliance, is designed to enhance the visitor experience through education, accessibility, and cultural storytelling.

Each sign offers a window into the farm’s diverse ecosystem and rich heritage. From native plant and animal identification to regenerative farming practices and clear wayfinding, the signage creates an immersive, open-air learning experience for all ages. All signs are ADA-compliant, making them inclusive and easy to engage with.

What makes this project especially meaningful is its dedication to cultural heritage. Several signs honor the Abenaki and Mahican peoples — original caretakers of the land — and feature translations in both Abenaki and Mohawk. This historical context, provided with help from the Ndakinna Education Center and other community partners, encourages reflection and deeper connection.

Whether you're a regular visitor or exploring Pitney Meadows for the first time, this new signage invites you to slow down, learn something new, and appreciate the landscape from a fresh perspective. It's more than just information — it's a celebration of community, conservation, and culture.

Sunset Saturdays Launch at Saratoga Casino Hotel With Racing, Food Trucks, and Family Fun

Photo Credit: Jessica Hallett

Saratoga Casino Hotel and the Saratoga Harness Horseperson’s Association are introducing a brand-new summer series: Sunset Saturdays.

Held every Saturday from July 5 through August 23, the weekly events run from 6 to 9 p.m. and feature live harness racing, themed entertainment, food trucks, giveaways, and family-friendly activities. Admission and parking are free, and post time begins at 6:45 p.m.

Each Sunset Saturday will offer something unique, from lively theme nights to exciting prize drawings and limited-edition merchandise giveaways. Guests can enter to win items like a YETI Cooler, Solo Stove, or Electric Smoker during select evenings.

Food truck offerings throughout the season include Ty’s Taco-ria, Ted’s Fish Fry, Fired Up Pizza, Neighborhood Kitchen, and Winners Gourmet Ice Cream, which will be on-site every Saturday. Special giveaway nights include a T-shirt on July 5, a baseball cap on August 2, and a cooler bag on August 16.

Sunset Saturdays also tie into the track’s top summer racing events. The 16th Annual Joe Gerrity Jr. Memorial Pace, with a $250,000 purse, takes place on July 16. A Charity Match Race on July 26 will benefit the Franklin Community Center and Thoroughbred Retirement Foundation. New York Sire Stakes races will be featured on July 12, July 19, and August 9.

With live harness racing, festive themes, local eats, and community fun, Sunset Saturdays promise to be one of Saratoga’s most exciting new summer traditions.

Full Sunset Saturdays Schedule

• July 5: T-shirt Giveaway and Ty’s Taco-ria food truck

• July 12: Carnival Theme Night, NY Sire Stakes Races, Di Folco’s Roaming Occasions food truck

• July 19: Gerrity Night, NY Sire Stakes Races, Ted’s Fish Fry food truck

• July 26: Charity Match Race Night and Neighborhood Kitchen food truck

• August 2: Baseball Cap Giveaway and Fired Up Pizza

• August 9: Dog Days of Summer Theme Night, NY Sire Stakes Races, $2 hot dogs

• August 16: Cooler Bag Giveaway and Ty’s Taco-ria food truck

• August 23: BBQ, Brews and Country Tunes with DJ Kevin Richards and Miller’s Backyard BBQ