The New York Racing Association is thrilled to welcome fans back to Saratoga Race Course for the 2021 summer meet. There are plenty of events lined up for this year’s Runhappy Opening Weekend which runs from July 15 through July 18. Opening Day Presented by Runhappy: Thursday, July 15 Saratoga Race Course will welcome...
Travers Day is Fast Approaching: Here’s Everything You Need to Know
The 150th Travers Day is Full of Fun Events and Graded Stakes
Heading to the Saratoga Race Course for the 150th running of the Grade 1, $1.25 million Runhappy Travers? Read on to plan your day, check out the lineup of events, and see who’s competing in the Travers Stakes. Know Before You Go If you want to purchase your Travers Day tickets ahead of time,...
Unleash Your Fashionable & Creative Side at the 2019 Hat Contest
Participate in This Saratoga Race Course Tradition
During the Opening Weekend festivities at Saratoga Race Course, it will once again be time for you to show off your best head topper at the annual Hat Contest. This event is a Saratoga tradition, and it will be held on Sunday, July 14, at the historic racetrack. Dress to Impress at the Race...
National Museum of Racing Announces 16 Inductees to Hall of Fame
Members Inducted to Hall of Fame on August 2nd
Each year the National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame chooses worthwhile contributors to the race course industry to induct into the Hall of Fame. Check out the impressive list below, and then plan to attend the induction ceremony on August 2nd, where legendary racecaller Tom Durkin will serve as master of ceremonies....
Travers Day Reserved Table Lottery Happening Now
Enter Lottery for Reserved Seating at Fourstardave Sports Bar & Miller Lite Picnic Paddock
The reserved table lottery for Fourstardave Sports Bar and Miller Lite Picnic Paddock for Travers Day at the track are happening now through April 12th. Here’s how you can enter, and the other way to secure seats if you’re not chosen from the lottery. Reserved Table Lottery Half of the reserved table seating at...
Grandstand & Clubhouse 2019 Season Ticket Plans on Sale Soon
Find Out When You Can Get Your Tickets!
NYRA has announced when the general public can purchase full-season ticket plans for the 2019 meet at the Saratoga Race Course! Read on to get the details on the tickets and season highlights to look forward to. Get Your Tickets & Enjoy the Perks Full season ticket plans for the 2019 meet go on...
Catch Viewings of the Breeders’ Cup at the National Museum of Racing & Hall of Fame
Join the National Museum of Racing as they host live showings of all Breeders’ Cup races on Friday, November 2 and Saturday, November 3. The special screening events feature free admission, as well as a selection of food and drinks available for purchase. About the Viewing The Breeders’ Cup races are coming soon, and...
Kids Learn About Horses with the National Museum of Racing’s “Horse Explorers” Series
On Thursdays through the end of the year, your little ones will have fun learning about horses at the National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame. The Horse Explorers Children’s Series is an educational and creative program designed for ages 3 to 6. Read on to learn how your family can participate! About...
Take a Tour of ReRun Farm with the National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame
This October, go behind-the-scenes at the largest thoroughbred adoption program in New York: ReRun Farm! Read on to find out how you can participate in the final farm tour of 2018, hosted by the National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame. About the Tour Founded in Kentucky in 1996, ReRun’s thoroughbred rehoming program is...
NYRA Hosts Ceremonial Groundbreaking for New 1863 Club
On September 4, NYRA hosted a groundbreaking ceremony for its highly anticipated addition: the 1863 Club! The building, which will replace the current At the Rail Pavilion, as well as the seasonal tents and trailers at the end of the Clubhouse, will feature fantastic new amenities and guest services while nodding to Saratoga’s past....