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...
Saratoga Legend, Sam “The Bugler” Grossman, Retires from NYRA
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...
Bronze Sculpture of Julie Krone Gifted to the National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame
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...
Photo Finish Juried Exhibit Needs Your Submissions!
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...
The Year of the Filly? Wonder Gadot Promises Exciting Race this Travers Day
On August 25, Wonder Gadot will be the first filly to run the Travers since 1979. What’s more, she could become the first one to win the big race in over a century! But to steal victory this weekend, she’ll have to outrun the best of the best. Learn more about this year’s highly...
Racetrack to Host Food and Essential Goods Drive
Every day of the summer racing meet, the Community Outreach Booth at Saratoga Race Course helps non-profits raise awareness and hold fundraisers. On Friday, August 24, the New York Racing Association (NYRA) and Saratoga Race Course will host the Saratoga County Economic Opportunity Council’s annual food and essential goods drive at the booth. Want...
Save on Travers Admission Tickets by Purchasing in Advance
It’s almost that time again! On Saturday, August 25, Travers Day is coming back to Saratoga Race Course. While reserved seats are sold out, admission tickets are still available — and with a special deal when you purchase in advance. Read on to find out how you can save before the big day! About Travers Day...
Why Are Tickets to Saratoga Race Course Sometimes So Confusing?
It’s really one of the easiest things to do in life: Go to the horse-racing track. And when it comes to Saratoga Race Course, home of NYRA’s summer meet, it’s one of the best things to do. It’s like a big, open-air, sensory-overload festival where you can wander around, people-watch, drink, eat, pretend you...
39th Annual Polo by Twilight Event to Benefit Palamountain Scholarship Fund on Tuesday, July 24th
You can see the fascinating sport of polo firsthand at the annual Polo by Twilight, happening on Tuesday, July 24th. But, you’ll want to attend for reasons other than the action of the match – this event serves as an important fundraiser for a really spectacular cause. Why You Should Support the Palamountain Scholarship...
Saratoga 2018 Opening Boosted by New Venues & Betting Options
New attractions will amplify perennial-favorite events when racing returns to Saratoga during Opening Weekend, which kicks off on Friday, July 20 and runs through Monday, July 23. Big Races! Since thoroughbred horse racing is the centerpiece of this festive, 40-day meet, NYRA is making sure Opening Weekend starts off like gangbusters. No less than...