Saratoga Race Course Schedule 2011 |
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Use this events calendar to plan your trip to the Saratoga Race Course! Schedule your Saratoga vacation on the week of the ever-popular Travers Festival or plan a daytrip to the track during the festive Hats Off To Saratoga Festival. No matter when you come, enjoy the thrill of cheering on your equine favorites as they race to the finish at the historic Saratoga Race Track!
The 2011 Saratoga Race Meeting begins on July 22nd, 2011 with an Opening Day Celebration and concludes on September 5th, 2011. Saratoga Race Course is full of excitement and special events all season long, so get in on the action! |
Saratoga Race Course Special Events
| July 17, 2011 |
Annual Open House |
Many activites such as equine demonstrations, non-wagering races, handicapping seminars, backstretch tours and family activities can be expected. FREE, 11:00 am - 4:00 pm |
| July 22, 2011 |
Opening Day |
The races begin at the Saratoga Race Course in late July each year. The gates open at 11:00 am and first race post time is 1:00 pm. |
| July 22 - 24, 2011 |
Hats Off to Saratoga Festival |
On Friday and Satuday take part in a downtown Broadway music festival and celebrate the opening of the racing season.
On July 24th, the annual Hat Contest will occur at Saratoga Race Track. Contestants have a chance to win hundreds of dollars in prizes in this year's contest! |
| Fri, July 29, 2011 |
College Day |
During the first Party At The Park event, college students will have a shot at winning a $1000 scholarship after each race of the day. Students may register to win beginning at noon at the Big Red Spring located in the backyard of the track. All students will receive free grandstand admission with a college ID. |
| Fri, July 29, 2011 |
Party At The Spa |
Saratoga fans can enjoy two “Party at the Spa,” presented by Coors Light events this summer. Party at the Spa features a first post of 2:30 pm with the last race starting before “full twilight” hits Saratoga. |
| Wed, August 3, 2011 |
Mid-Summer St. Patrick's Day |
Celebrate the luck o' the Irish at Saratoga Race Track! There will be performances by local bands, Irish stepdancers, among other Irish themed entertainment! |
| Fri, August 5, 2011 |
Rivalry Days |
It’s a celebration of one of the oldest, most famous rivalries in sports: Yankees vs. Red Sox. Don a jersey or cap of your favorite team and join us for a day of “fandom at the Spa.” |
| August 6-7, 2011 |
Fasig-Tipton Festival of Racing |
This two day festival at the Track will feature a jockey/trainer challenge, "Best Turned-Out Horse" contest, "Best Turned-Out 'Filly'" contest and more! |
| Sun, August 7, 2011 |
Galloping Grapes |
A New York wine event at the Track! Come and sample sone of New York's best wines. Galloping Grapes is held in the backyard and tickets costs $10 in advance and $15 day of. |
| Wed, August 10, 2011 |
Foxwoods Mardi Gras at the Spa |
The French Quarter will descend upon the Spa City as Mardi Gras comes to Saratoga Race Course. Celebrate the purple, green and gold spirit of Bourbon Street. |
| Fri, Aug 19, 2011 |
Fabulous Fillies Day |
All ladies at Saratoga Race Track can enjoy a day of fashion, style and glamour! Head to the backyard of the Track for the Lifestyle Expo and explore displays of fashion, health care, personal improvement and leisure benefitting the Breast Cancer Research Foundation. |
| Aug 20 - 28, 2011 |
Travers Stakes Festival |
A week long festival of equine-oriented events as well as many fun family events and community competitions.
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| Wed, Aug 24, 2011 |
Ice Cream Eating Contest |
Kids, teens and adults can participate! Register for the Ice Cream Eating Contest at 1 p.m. at the Jockey Silks Room and see how much ice cream you can handle! Winners receive gift certificates for Stewart's Ice Cream. |
| Thu, August 25, 2011 |
Travers Celebration |
Also nicknamed the Midsummer Derby, the Travers Stakes is the oldest major thoroughbred race in the nation, and the most highly anticipated event of the Saratoga meet. |
| Fri, August 26, 2011 |
Battle of the Brews |
A “pint” sized competition will bring big brewers to the backyard on the eve of the 142nd running of the Travers Stakes as Saratoga Race Course hosts the 13th annual “Battle of the Brews.” |
| Fri, August 26, 2011 |
Travers Eve Downtown Party |
The excitement of the 142nd running of the Travers Stakes takes over downtown Saratoga for a few furlongs from 7-10pm. Meet jockeys for autographs from 7:30-8:30, enjoy strolling entertainment including Reggie and much more! |
| Wed, August 31, 2011 |
Halloween in the Summer |
On Friday the 31st, Saratoga Race Track will celebrate Halloween! Kids can wear their costumes and trick-or-treat around the Race Track grounds. Prizes will be awarded to the best costume! |
| Thu, Sept 1, 2011 |
Salute To Veterans |
The Spa pays tribute to those who have served our country with a special pre-racing ceremony. All veterans and active military receive complimentary admission with military with ID |
| Sept 2, 2011 |
Party at the Spa |
Formerly known as Sunset Racing days, Sept 2nd is the second of two days during the 2011 racing season where the first first post time is at 2:30 pm. Gates open at 12 noon. |
| Sept 3 - 5, 2011 |
Final Stretch Weekend |
On Friday visit the track for sunset racing. A downtown music festival will take place on Satuday and Sunday. The Annual Family Fun Fest will take place on Sunday and Monday. |
| Sept 4 - 5, 2011 |
Family Fun Fest |
Carnival games, face painting, caricatures, spin art, inflatables, pony rides, rockwalls, and more entertainment will take over the backyard of the track! Activities will benefit the Ronald McDonald House Charities. |
| Sept 5, 2011 |
Closing Day - Labor Day BBQ |
The meet concludes with a traditonal Labor Day BBQ on Monday. |
2011 Saratoga Racing Calendar
PLEASE NOTE: Information up to date as of March 10, 2011. These dates are subject to change. More information will be posted as it becomes available.
July 2011
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Monday |
Tuesday |
Wednesday |
Thursday |
Friday |
Saturday |
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1
Open
Party at the Park, Post time 3:00 p.m.
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2
Open
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3
Open
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4
Open
Prioress (G1)
Independence Day |
5
Dark |
6
Dark
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7
Dark
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8
Open
Party at the Park, Post time 3:00 p.m. |
9
Open
Man o' War (G1)
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10
Dark
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11
Dark |
12
Dark |
13
Open |
14
Open |
15
Open
Party at the Park, Post time 3:00 p.m. |
16
Open
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17
Open
Belmont Park Closing Day
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18
Dark
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19
Dark
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20
Dark |
21
Dark |
22
Open
Saratoga Opening Day
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23
Open
Coaching Club American Oaks (G1)
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24
Open
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25
Open |
26
Dark |
27
Open |
28
Open
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29
Open
Party at the Spa, Post time 2:30 p.m.
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30
Open
Diana (G1) |
31
Open
Ruffian |
August 2011
September 2011
Check this page for a full schedule as more details are announced during the 2011 season.
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SARATOGA Racetrack Info
Opening Day: Fri, July 22, 2011
Travers Stakes Festival: Aug 20 - 28, 2011
Travers Stakes: Sat, Aug 27, 2011
Final Stretch Weekend: Sept 3 - 5, 2011
Closing Day: Mon, Sept 5, 2011
See the complete 2011 Racing Schedule
For information prior to the season: (718) 641-4700 or (516) 488-6000
For information during the 2011 Saratoga Season: (518) 584-6200
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