The New York Racing Association, Inc. (NYRA) will honor our nation’s active duty and veteran service members at Saratoga Race Course on Thursday, July 22. All of those who present their military ID or provide proof of service will receive free admission to the Grandstand. NYRA will also welcome local military members to the...
Opening Day at Saratoga Race Course 2021
John Imbriale wasn’t the only one who exclaimed “And they’re off at Saratoga!” when the horses broke from the starting gate in Race 1. Fans rejoiced at the opportunity to celebrate the Saratoga season after the track did not welcome fans into the venue last year due to the pandemic. Prior to the Union...
New York Thoroughbred Aftercare Day To Take Place July 21
Last week, The New York Racing Association, Inc. (NYRA), New York Thoroughbred Horsemen’s Association (NYTHA), and New York Thoroughbred Breeders (NYTB) announced that Saratoga Race Course will host the first New York Thoroughbred Aftercare Day on Wednesday, July 21. Named after the late NYTHA President, the featured race will be the Rick Violette Stakes;...
Saratoga Race Course Ready to Kick Off 2021 Summer Meet
Special Events, Giveaways & More Announced!
On July 8, the New York Racing Association, Inc. (NYRA) announced a plethora of details pertaining to the upcoming 2021 Saratoga racing season, which is set to kick off July 15 and run through September 6. Throughout the racing season, a number of special events and giveaway days will take place at the track....
Visit Downtown Saratoga on Opening Day of the Track for a “Celebrate Saratoga” Event
Enjoy the Festivities on Opening Day, July 15!
Welcome back to the track and Saratoga Springs! Opening Day at Saratoga Race Course is on Thursday, July 15, 2021, and to celebrate, the Saratoga Springs Downtown Business Association (DBA) will host a new special event in the downtown area. Prepare for a Day of Live Racing & Music The new event is called...
NYRA Announces That Saratoga Race Course Will Reopen at Full Capacity
It's Time to Plan Your Summer Visit
Last month, the New York Racing Association, Inc. (NYRA) announced that Saratoga Race Course would reopen to fans at near full capacity for the 2021 season. However, thanks to New York State hitting the 70% vaccination threshold and removing COVID-19 protocols for almost all activities and industries, Saratoga Race Course will now reopen at...
Season & Weekly Ticket Plans for Saratoga Race Course to Go on Sale Starting June 9
See the Latest Info About the Racetrack's Reopening
With Opening Day at Saratoga Race Course less than two months away, the New York Racing Association, Inc. (NYRA) has a major announcement to make. On Wednesday, June 9, season and weekly ticket plans for the 2021 meet at Saratoga will go on sale as the Race Course prepares to reopen at near full...
Limited Number of Spectators to Be Allowed at Saratoga Race Course This Summer
Check Out This Exciting Update From NY State
After much anticipation, it’s time for horse racing fans to rejoice! On Wednesday, April 14, New York State Governor Andrew Cuomo announced that a limited number of spectators will be allowed at horse and auto races starting Thursday, April 22. This includes both Saratoga Race Course and Belmont Park, and the New York Racing...
NYRA Announces the Start of Spring Training at Saratoga Race Course
Training for the Summer Meet Begins Soon
In preparation for the 2021 summer meet at Saratoga Race Course, spring training will kick off this month in Saratoga Springs, but not at the usual location. Due to ongoing renovations at the Oklahoma Training Track, the first few weeks of spring training will be held at Saratoga Race Course. Read the Latest About...
NYRA Announces 2021 Stakes Schedule for Saratoga Race Course’s Summer Meet
76 Stakes to Be Held Over 40 Days of Live Racing
Attention racing fans – the New York Racing Association, Inc. (NYRA) has just released even more details about the upcoming 2021 summer meet at Saratoga Race Course. The 40-day Saratoga season will feature 76 stakes worth $21.5 million in total purses, and below we’ve highlighted some important updates and noteworthy racing days. The Countdown...