The countdown to Opening Day at Saratoga Race Course is underway, and many of us can’t wait to visit the historic racetrack this summer. If you’d like to get a preview of the thoroughbreds who will compete at Saratoga during the 2019 meet, then check out the Oklahoma Training Track this spring and watch...
The Kentucky Derby is almost upon us once again! If you haven’t made your plans yet for May 4th, read on to see where the best parties are happening in and near Saratoga Springs. And then grab your most stylish hat and get ready to enjoy the festivities! Get the Details on Derby Excitement...
The 2019 meet at Saratoga Race Course will feature eight action-packed weeks of thoroughbred horse racing, one more week than last year’s season. If you’re planning an extended vacation to the Spa City this summer, then consider purchasing a weekly reserved seat ticket plan at the Track. Enjoy a Week at the Races Weekly...
Track season is getting closer and closer! NYRA recently announced when the season admission passes for the 2019 meet go on sale, which provide admission to all 40 days of thoroughbred racing. Season passes go on sale on Tuesday, April 2nd, at 10am. A Grandstand season pass is $50; a Clubhouse season pass is...
Have you heard the news? The New York Racing Association, Inc. (NYRA) has officially announced that the 2019 summer meet at historic Saratoga Race Course will be one week longer but still feature 40 days of racing. However, despite this change, racing fans can look forward to 76 exciting stakes from Opening Day on...
Editor’s Note 02/07/19: We have received confirmation that the Saratoga Meet will begin Thursday, July 11th, and run through Labor Day, Monday, September 2nd. It will feature 40 days of live racing. The Belmont Park spring/summer meet is to run 48 days beginning Friday, April 26th, through Sunday, July 7th. Based on previous scheduling,...
This Saturday, September 15, the National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame invites families to a Hunt for History and Horses scavenger hunt. Fun-filled events are planned throughout the day, including crafts and track tours, as well as free admission for your trip to the Museum. Read on to learn how you can...
If you’ve been to the track over the past 25 years, you’ve heard Sam Grossman’s bugle announcing the “Call to the Post.” The unmistakable melody is about as iconic to Saratoga summers as the bugler himself. But after an incredible career ending with a final “Call to the Post” on September 3, Grossman retired...
Last month, the National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame received a special gift! A bronze sculpture of Hall of Fame jockey Julie Krone, the first woman ever elected to the Hall of Fame, was presented to the Museum at a private unveiling ceremony. Now on display, the statue is the latest addition...
Attention, photographers: the National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame needs your help for next year’s Photo Finish exhibition. Now through October 15, the Museum will be accepting submissions from amateur and professional photographers. Read on to find out how you can participate! What to Submit The juried Photo Finish exhibition will open...