Each year, The National Museum of Racing in Saratoga Springs recognizes racehorses, trainers, and jockeys who voters believe are worthy of induction into the Hall of Fame. In a recent press release, the museum announced the 11 finalists chosen by its Hall of Fame Nominating Committee for the 2020 ballot. Voting Is Underway for...
NYRA has announced that group hospitality reservations are now open for the 2020 season at the Saratoga Race Course. Keep reading for the details, and see which hospitality fixture is being removed this year. Make Your Reservations at the 1863 Club Group hospitality reservation options at the track include the first-floor banquet space, second-floor...
For more than a decade, the Paddock Tent has been a permanent fixture at Saratoga Race Course, offering fans a comfortable group hospitality area. However, prior to the 2020 racing season, the New York Racing Association, Inc. (NYRA) will remove the tent in favor of providing racetrack visitors with additional green space. Enjoy a...
Mark your calendars! NYRA has announced the dates for Saratoga Race Course‘s 2020 season. The schedule will follow in the footsteps of the 2019 season and feature two dark days. Read on to learn all the details that have been released so far! The 2020 Saratoga racing season will begin on Thursday, July 16...
Whether you’re looking for the perfect gift for the racing fan in your life or are just hoping to snatch up your Saratoga Race Course 2020 Season Pass early, mark your calendars for Cyber Monday, December 2! For the first time ever, NYRA will be offering season passes in time for holiday gift giving....
This summer, Saratoga Race Course’s summer season began earlier than it has since the nineteenth century thanks to a new structure that featured two dark days instead of one. Although it’s too early to say for sure yet, it looks as if the 2020 racing season may follow a similar schedule. The 2019 summer...
Do you remember back in 2017 when April the Giraffe became an Internet sensation? Animal Adventure Park in Harpursville, NY, live streamed the days leading up to her giving birth, and people from all over tuned in to watch the majestic animal. Here in Saratoga Springs, the National Museum of Racing & Hall of...
The Saratoga Race Course 2019 summer meet has come to a close, and it turned out to be a season of new records, historic moments, and an altered calendar. Wondering how the season shaped up? Read on for a summary of the numbers and a look back at some other notable announcements. The Numbers...
Marylou Whitney, known by many as the “Queen of Saratoga,” passed away on July 19th but her legacy lives on in the Capital Region. Governor Andrew M. Cuomo recently announced the construction of a new pavilion at the Saratoga Race Course in honor of this special woman and her many contributions to the local...
Sad that track season is almost over at the Saratoga Race Course? There’s still plenty to be excited about during Week 8, also known as Fan Appreciation Week. Check out all of the fun events happening below. Shop the Premium Giveaway Sale Missed out on a premium giveaway or wish you had more than...