2026 Belmont Stakes: Find All Ticket Options & Pricing
Saratoga Race Course will host the 158th Belmont Stakes on Saturday, June 6, 2026. As the final year of the festival in Saratoga Springs, demand for seating is expected to be high across all five days of the event. Fans can choose from various seating tiers ranging from general admission to luxury climate-controlled suites.
General admission tickets to Saratoga's final Belmont Stakes Racing Festival remain available. To unlock the best value, purchase a 5-day admission plan – which includes Belmont Stakes Day!
2026 Belmont Stakes Tickets and Pricing
General admission (GA) pricing for the 2026 Belmont Stakes Racing Festival varies by day, and fans can save money by purchasing a full festival bundle.
2026 Belmont Stakes Racing Festival General Admission Cost by Day:
- Wednesday, June 3: $10 per person (Children 12 & under are free)
- Thursday, June 4: $10 per person (Children 12 & under are free)
- Friday, June 5: $30 per person (Children 12 & under are free)
- Saturday, June 6 (Belmont Stakes Day): Tickets start at $75 (Children ages 4 to 12 are $20)
- Sunday, June 7: $10 per person (Children 12 & under are free)
- Five-Day Admission Bundle: $120 (Save $15 compared to single-day tickets!)
What do GA tickets for Saratoga include?
GA tickets do not include a reserved seat or access to a reserved area, and GA guests are not guaranteed a direct view of the racetrack. However, there is ample communal seating and TV access throughout the facility. Standing room access to backyard picnic tables and the trackside apron is available to GA ticketholders on a first-come, first-served basis.
2026 Reserved Seating Categories
Reserved seat ticketholders have the flexibility to explore the grounds of Saratoga, including the paddock and backyard, and return to their assigned seats anytime to watch the races.
- Grandstand Reserved Seats: These seats are located in the historic grandstand and offer a dedicated spot for the entire day. Many sections in the grandstand are covered, providing protection from the sun and weather. Grandstand and Clubhouse reserved seat ticketholders have full flexibility to explore the grounds before returning to their seats to watch the races.
- Clubhouse Reserved Seats: Located closer to the finish line, clubhouse seats offer premium sightlines of the track. These seats provide access to clubhouse-scale amenities, including upscale food and beverage options and betting windows.
- Backyard Reserved Picnic Tables: These tables offer a guaranteed home base in the popular backyard area. Each table accommodates up to six guests and provides access to nearby televisions and the festive atmosphere of the picnic grounds.
- Festival Tent Picnic Tables: This option allows you to reserve a picnic table under an open-air covered tent in Saratoga's backyard. For Belmont Stakes Day, each guest gets a $25 food & beverage credit. Please note that no additional chairs are permitted in this area.
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2026 Premium Hospitality Venues & Unique Experiences
Saratoga offers several elite hospitality locations and fan-favorite experiences for the 2026 festival. These venues provide different levels of luxury, from climate-controlled suites to open-air trackside views.
- Toast the Turn presented by Guinness: A fan-favorite is back! This is a beer garden-style experience for guests 21+ located at the first turn along the rail. Each ticket includes two alcoholic beverages, with additional beverage stations and food trucks available in the garden. Fans will enjoy sponsor giveaways, lawn games, tented shade, wagering terminals, TVs, and dedicated restrooms.
- 1863 Club Luxury Suites: Located on the third floor of the 1863 Club, these private suites accommodate up to 30 guests. They feature air conditioning, trackside balcony views, a private buffet, and a suite-level bar.
- Spa Verandas: Situated trackside at the top of the final turn, these sections feature partially covered areas for up to 50 guests. They offer a private trackside apron and direct trackside views of the final turn.
- Paddock Suite: Known as the "treehouse," this expansive lounge is perched above the backyard and offers a private 360-degree balcony. This air-conditioned venue is available on Wednesday, Thursday, and Sunday only for up to 60 guests.
- The Rail at the 1863 Club: This spacious buffet restaurant is located on the ground floor of the 1863 Club. It features air conditioning and a private trackside apron with views of the finish line and the horse path.
- The Turf Terrace: Located on the third and fourth floors of the Clubhouse, this dining area offers tables in a covered space with direct finish line views and a prix fixe menu.
- Mionetto Easy Goer: Situated on the second floor of the grandstand, this covered open-air buffet restaurant provides panoramic views overlooking the backyard. It includes a daily buffet and an open bar on Friday and Saturday.
- Trackside Porch: This hospitality space is on the trackside level of the Clubhouse, just a few feet from the outside rail. It offers a buffet and select drink packages with direct finish line views.
- The Michelob Ultra Stretch: Located at the far end of the grandstand at the top of the final turn, this exclusive area features boxes and tables in a covered space with direct track sightlines and personal wagering tablets.
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2026 Food and Beverage Policies
Policy changes for the 2026 festival reflect a more restricted environment compared to the standard summer meet. Entry into Saratoga Race Course is at the discretion of NYRA Security, which reserves the right to deny entry to any patron(s) whose items or behavior could distract from the experience of other guests.
Please note that these policies may be changed at any time without notice, and there is no storage available for items of any kind at Saratoga Race Course.
Restrictions for Thursday, June 4 through Saturday, June 6, 2026: The following items are strictly prohibited during this peak festival period:
- Outside Alcohol: No outside alcohol may be brought into the venue.
- Coolers: Not permitted, with the exception of one personal cooler per guest measuring a maximum of 12" x 18" (coolers for medical supplies are exempt). Food and non-alcoholic drinks within these permitted personal coolers are allowed.
- Backpacks and Handbags: Not permitted, with the exception of bags measuring a maximum of 16" x 16" x 8".
- Temporary Furniture: Pop-up tents and folding tables are not allowed.
- Transportation: Wagons or hand carts are not permitted.
Permitted Items on Wednesday, June 3 and Sunday, June 7, 2026: The venue environment is more relaxed on opening Wednesday and closing Sunday. The following items are permitted only on these two days:
- Outside alcohol
- Coolers (standard sizes beyond the 12" x 18" restriction)
- Temporary furniture (including folding chairs, pop-up tents, and folding tables)
- Wagons and hand carts
Always Prohibited Items: Regardless of the day, the following items are banned from Saratoga Race Course at all times:
- Glass containers
- Grills
- Umbrellas
- Weapons
- Confetti or fireworks
- Illegal drugs or substances
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs): Belmont Stakes Tickets
1. How much do General Admission tickets cost, and is there a multi-day discount?
General Admission (GA) pricing varies by day: $10 on Wednesday, Thursday, and Sunday; $30 on Friday; and $75 on Belmont Stakes Day (Saturday). To get the best value, you can purchase the 5-Day Admission Bundle for $120, which includes Saturday admission and saves you $15 compared to buying individual single-day tickets.
2. What does a General Admission ticket include, and will I have a seat?
GA tickets provide entry to the grounds and standing-room access to the trackside apron and backyard picnic tables on a first-come, first-served basis. They do not include a reserved seat, access to reserved areas, or a guaranteed direct view of the racetrack, though there is ample communal seating and television access throughout the facility.
3. Are children admitted for free to the 2026 Belmont Stakes Racing Festival?
Children ages 12 and under are admitted for free on Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday. However, on Belmont Stakes Day (Saturday, June 6), General Admission for children ages 4 to 12 costs $20.
4. What is the "Toast the Turn" experience?
"Toast the Turn presented by Guinness" is a fan-favorite, 21+ beer garden-style experience located right along the rail at the first turn. Each ticket includes two alcoholic beverages, access to food trucks, sponsor giveaways, lawn games, wagering terminals, televisions, restrooms, and tented shade.
5. Can I bring my own food, drinks, and coolers to the track?
It depends on the day. On opening Wednesday and closing Sunday, outside alcohol, standard-sized coolers, and folding chairs are permitted. However, during the peak festival days (Thursday through Saturday), outside alcohol is strictly prohibited, and you may only bring food and non-alcoholic drinks inside a single personal cooler measuring no larger than 12" x 18".
As Saratoga Race Course prepares to host this historic final leg of the Triple Crown in the Spa City, securing your tickets early is essential to ensuring your spot at the festival. Whether you choose the high-energy atmosphere of General Admission or the luxury of a premium trackside suite, the 2026 Belmont Stakes promises an unforgettable chapter in racing history.
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