The New York Racing Association, Inc. (NYRA) and the City of Saratoga Springs have announced plans to pay tribute to the legacy of Marylou Whitney, who passed away on Friday, July 19 at her home in Saratoga at the age of 93. Whitney, known as the “Queen of Saratoga,” left her mark on the...
It’s almost August, which means the Travers Stakes is just around the corner. The Saratoga Race Course will celebrate its 150th Runhappy Travers with fun events in Downtown leading up to an exciting day of racing on Saturday, August 24. On Friday, July 26, NYRA officials, Mayor Meg Kelly, local business leaders, and six-time...
Help support permanently disabled jockeys, attend an autograph signing, and place your bets on Preakness winner War of Will at the Grade 2 Jim Dandy this weekend at the Track. Attend the track this Saturday, July 27, as the Saratoga Race Course honors Permanently Disabled Jockeys’ Fund (PDJF) Awareness Day. Meet some of Saratoga’s...
Whether you or a member of your family have served in the military, or you just want to honor those who have, head out to the Saratoga Race Course on Wednesday, July 24 for their annual Military Appreciation Day. The afternoon includes a full slate of events to pay tribute to those who have...
Editor’s Note: Due to the excessive heat, Saratoga Raceway track officials and representatives of the New York State Gaming Commission have moved post time from 7:05pm to 8:05pm for the Saturday, July 20 card that features the $260,000 Joe Gerrity Memorial Pace. This article has been updated accordingly. On Saturday, July 20, the Saratoga...
If you’ve been following the weather reports you know this weekend is shaping up to be a scorcher. NYRA is acting accordingly when it comes to the track this Saturday. NYRA, in working with the New York Thoroughbred Horsemen’s Association (NYTHA) and under the recommendation of the New York State Gaming Association (NYSGC) has...
If you’re in Saratoga Springs this weekend, stop by the The National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame to explore its collection and check out its latest exhibit. On Saturday, July 20, the museum unveils its new exhibition, Women in Racing. The multimedia exhibit highlights female jockeys, trainers, owners, breeders, executives, and members...
Although the Saratoga Race Course opened its season the earliest it has since the late 1800s, Opening Weekend was a success. The 105,690 visitors (down from 109,395 in 2018) took part in a myriad of events, including the first stakes of the season, the opening of a new venue, and fun activities. Learn more...
NYRA has announced Baseball Hall of Fame inductee and famous Yankees closer Mariano Rivera will be at the Saratoga Race Course tomorrow, July 12th! Here’s what you need to know. The third race of the day will be named “The Mariano Rivera Hall of Fame” as a tribute to the retired New York Yankees...
It’s finally time for Opening Weekend at Saratoga Race Course, and from July 11-14, the New York Racing Association, Inc. (NYRA) has an action-packed and fun-filled lineup of races and events planned. Here’s what you can expect during your trip to the racetrack this weekend! Place Your Bets for the Races During Opening Weekend,...