One of the highlights of the summer meet at Saratoga Race Course is happening during Week 3 – the running of the $1.2 Million Whitney Stakes on Saturday! Make your plans today for tons of fun events, special activities, and plenty of racing from August 1-6.
Wednesday, August 1
Saratoga Stakes Race: Shine Again
Place your bets for the Shine Again!
First Responders Appreciation Day Presented By Brookview Village
In recognition of First Responders Appreciation Day, Saratoga Race Course will present special exhibits and activities at the Coca-Cola Saratoga Pavilion throughout the day. Plus, all first responders will receive free Grandstand admission with proper ID.
Thursday, August 2
Saratoga Stakes Race: Birdstone
Place your bets for the Birdstone!
On Thursday, racetrack guests are invited to sample Aperol Spritz cocktails at The Post Bar from 3:30pm-5:30pm.
Taste NY: Cider, Wine & Spirits
At Thursday’s Taste NY, guests will have the chance to sample an awesome selection of cider, wine, and spirits from NY State craft beverage producers. The tasting will be offered from 12:00pm-5:00pm and accompanied by live music.
Friday, August 3
Saratoga Stakes Race: National Museum of Racing Hall of Fame
Place your bets for the GII National Museum of Racing Hall of Fame!
Want to sample a great selection of craft beers that are produced right here in New York State? If so, then stop by the Coca-Cola Saratoga Pavilion from 12:00pm-5:00pm for Taste NY: Craft Beer. Guests will be able to enjoy five samples for $5.
Woodford Reserve Bourbon Fridays at The Post
After the day’s final race, Race Course guests are invited to enjoy bourbon cocktails and play trivia at The Post Bar. This event will be sponsored by Woodford Reserve, and it will run from 6:00pm-8:00pm.
Saturday, August 4
The $1.2 Million Whitney Stakes
The highlight of today’s racing schedule is the $1.2 Million Whitney Stakes! This is one of North America’s premier races for older horses on the dirt, and past winners have included Discovery, War Admiral, and Kelso.
Saratoga Stakes Races: Whitney, Longines Test, Waya, Lure, De La Rose
Place your bets for the GI Whitney, the GI Longines Test, the GIII Waya, the Lure, and the De La Rose!
Shop for women’s and men’s apparel and accessories during Saratoga Race Course’s Fashion Saturdays series. Held at the Coca-Cola Saratoga Pavilion, this event will feature a variety of local retailers from 10:30am-5:00pm.
Woodford Reserve and Jeff Brisbin at The Jim Dandy Bar
On Saturday from 2:00pm-4:00pm, head to The Jim Dandy Bar if you’d like to sample the Woodford Reserve Saratoga Personal Selection. There will also be live music with Jeff Brisbin.
Ketel One Saturdays at The Post
Sample the new Ketel One Botanicals at The Post Bar from 3:00pm-5:00pm.
Sunday, August 5
Saratoga Stakes Races: Troy & Alydar
Place your bets for the GIII Troy and the Alydar!
Jockey Legends Day Presented By Fasig-Tipton
The annual Jockey Legends Day will feature autograph signings and special appearances by some of the Race Course’s most accomplished riders.
Visit the Coca-Cola Saratoga Pavilion for Taste NY: Food & Artisans, which will feature numerous food and artisan vendors displaying their products. This lively market will be open from 10:30am-5:00pm.
The Low Roller Challenge will take place on Sundays and Mondays at Saratoga Race Course. This is a chance for aspiring handicappers to experience the excitement of tournament play for $40. Registration will begin at 11:00am near the Fourstardave Sports Bar.
Monday, August 6
Saratoga Stakes Race: NYSS Cab Calloway Division
Place your bets for the NYSS Cab Calloway Division!
Race Course Giveaway Day – Saratoga Umbrella
This Monday is another Race Course Giveaway Day! Guests with paid admission to the track will receive a voucher that can be exchanged for a Saratoga invertible umbrella.
Bring the kids over to the Coca-Cola Saratoga Pavilion on Monday for family-friendly activities, games, attractions, and more. The Berkshire Bank Family Mondays event series will be held from 11:00am-4:00pm.
The Low Roller Challenge will take place on Sundays and Mondays at Saratoga Race Course. This is a chance for aspiring handicappers to experience the excitement of tournament play for $40. Registration will begin at 11:00am near the Fourstardave Sports Bar.
