Saratoga Race Course: Thoroughbred Race Track In Saratoga Springs, NY
Saratoga Race Course is one of the defining hotspots in Saratoga Springs NY, and draws visitors from all over the world for a day at the races each summer. Check out key details about this iconic attraction before planning your visit!
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2025 Saratoga Race Course Summer Meet
The 2025 summer meet at Saratoga Race Course kicks off with Opening Day on Thursday, July 10, 2025, and concludes on Closing Day, Monday, September 1, 2025 (Labor Day).
After Opening Weekend, live racing takes place five days a week throughout the season, with the track dark on Mondays and Tuesdays, except during Closing Week.
2025 Summer Schedule & Post Times
- Opening Day: Thursday, July 10, 2025
- Whitney Day: Saturday, August 2, 2025
- Travers Day: Saturday, August 23, 2025
- Closing Day: Monday, September 1, 2025
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2025 Belmont Stakes Racing Festival
The Belmont Stakes holds a storied place in American horse racing as the final leg of the Triple Crown. In 2025, Saratoga Race Course will once again host this prestigious event in June, bringing an extra dose of excitement to the Spa City.
- The 2025 Belmont Stakes will take place on Saturday, June 7, 2025.
- The five-day Belmont Stakes Racing Festival runs from Wednesday, June 4, through Sunday, June 8, 2025.
2025 July 4th Racing Festival
Before the traditional 40-day summer meet, Saratoga Race Course will host the July 4th Racing Festival, an event typically held at Belmont Park.
- The festival runs from Thursday, July 3, to Sunday, July 6, 2025.
- Fans can enjoy four days of thrilling racing action over the holiday weekend.
Coming in 2025? Dress code, tickets and parking are just a few of the FAQs of racetrack visitors. Find more information using the quick links at the top of this page.
If you're planning to be in the backyard picnic area for the day, make you're prepared with all the essentials, including comfortable chairs, tablecloths, coolers, and more.
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For more Saratoga Race Course information, visit SaratogaRaceTrack.com or the NYRA website.
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