{"id":324,"date":"2017-08-15T13:11:45","date_gmt":"2017-08-15T17:11:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.saratogaracetrack.com\/the-fast-track\/?p=324"},"modified":"2017-10-31T12:49:31","modified_gmt":"2017-10-31T16:49:31","slug":"expect-week-5-track","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.saratogaracetrack.com\/the-fast-track\/2017\/08\/expect-week-5-track\/","title":{"rendered":"What To Expect During Week 5 At The Track"},"content":{"rendered":"

That’s right, folks: we’re already more than halfway through racing season! So what events and activities can you expect for your next visit to Saratoga Race Course? Here’s your Week 5 lineup.<\/p>\n

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Entertainment<\/h2>\n

Wednesday, August 16 is Adirondack Day<\/strong>! Come to the Berkshire Bank Saratoga Pavilion from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. for fun and educational Adirondack-themed activities like log stamping, weaving and balsam bag-making. Animal-lovers can meet and learn about the region’s native species with a showcase from the Adirondack Wildlife Refuge. To top it all off, enjoy Adirondack craft beverages and fresh food while listening to music by Jason Irwin!<\/p>\n

If you need a racing refresher, tune in to\u00a0At The Post Live: Serling on Saratoga!<\/em>\u00a0The live broadcast airs every Thursday on ESPN Radio 104.5 \u201cThe Team\u201d from 8 to 9 p.m.<\/p>\n

Don\u2019t forget to download the free\u00a0NYRA XP<\/strong>\u00a0app! Plan your day at the Track by purchasing tickets, finding events, and betting through NYRA Bets. In addition, the app’s Express Pickup feature now allows you to order food, beverages and merchandise!\u00a0Learn more about NYRA XP \u00bb<\/a><\/p>\n

Saturday is Lustgarten Foundation Day<\/strong>. Saratoga is honoring the legacy of trainer Dominic Galluscio with this benefit day for The Lustgarden Foundation. Support this non-profit in their mission to advance pancreatic cancer research. Trainers will hold a $10 donation autograph session from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. near the paddock mutuel bay.<\/p>\n

On Monday, August 21, kids can meet and pet a real retired racehorse at the Berkshire Bank Saratoga Pavilion!\u00a0Berkshire Bank Family Mondays<\/strong>\u00a0are held from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., featuring fun games and activities for the whole family. Donations are accepted to benefit a local school or PTA every week, with this Monday’s proceeds going towards Chango Elementay School of Ballston Lake.<\/p>\n

Food & Drinks<\/h2>\n

Attention early birds: head over to the porch of the clubhouse from 7 to 9:30 a.m. for breakfast at the Track<\/strong>! This morning buffet is presented by B95.5 FM Breakfast Club, and will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. The price for adults is $18.50, and $10.25 for the little ones. And don\u2019t forget to follow up your meal with a tram tour through the backstretch! Tours begin at 7:30 and depart from the clubhouse entrance every 15 minutes through 9 a.m.<\/p>\n

Taste NY: Cider, Wine & Spirits<\/strong>\u00a0is held every Thursday at the Berkshire Bank Saratoga Pavilion from noon to 5 p.m.<\/p>\n

Also on Thursdays,\u00a0Tequila & Tacos<\/strong>\u00a0are being offered after the final race! Come to The Post and enjoy delicious specials while listening to live flamenco guitar performances.<\/p>\n

Taste NY continues on Fridays and Saturdays with\u00a0Craft Beer<\/strong>, and on weekends with\u00a0Food and Artisans<\/strong>!<\/p>\n

Woodford Reserve Fridays<\/strong>\u00a0and\u00a0Ketel One Party\u00a0<\/strong>at The Post, on Fridays and Saturdays respectively, are your destination after the final race. Enjoy drinks, live music, trivia, and giveaways!<\/p>\n

Other Highlights<\/h2>\n