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Are you ready to have a blast during Week 2 at Saratoga Race Course? From live horse racing to Taste NY, drink specials, and more, there will be plenty of fun events to keep you entertained all week long!<\/p>\n

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Wednesday, July 25<\/h2>\n

Saratoga Stakes Race: Honorable Miss Handicap<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

Place your bets for the\u00a0GII Honorable Miss Handicap!<\/p>\n

Celebrate Military Appreciation Day Presented By JDOG<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

On Military Appreciation Day, all U.S. military service members and veterans with valid military I.D. or proof of service will receive free grandstand admission. In addition, members of the USO Show Troupe and the Racing City Chorus will perform in the Coca-Cola Saratoga Pavilion during the day.<\/p>\n

Thursday, July 26<\/h2>\n

Saratoga Stakes Races: A.P. Smithwick Memorial & John Morrissey<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

Place your bets for the\u00a0A.P. Smithwick Memorial (Steeplechase) and the John Morrissey (NYB)!<\/p>\n

Aperol Thursdays at The Post<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

On Thursday, racetrack guests are invited to sample Aperol Spritz cocktails at The Post Bar from 3:30pm-5:30pm.<\/p>\n

Taste NY: Cider, Wine & Spirits<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

At Thursday’s Taste NY, guests will have the chance to sample an awesome selection of cider, wine, and spirits from NY State craft beverage producers. The tasting will be offered from 12:00pm-5:00pm and accompanied by live music.<\/p>\n

Friday, July 27<\/h2>\n

Saratoga Stakes Race: Curlin<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

Place your bets for the Curlin!<\/p>\n

Taste NY: Craft Beer<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

Want to sample a great selection of craft beers that are produced right here in New York State? If so, then stop by the Coca-Cola Saratoga Pavilion from 12:00pm-5:00pm for Taste NY: Craft Beer. Guests will be able to enjoy five samples for $5.<\/p>\n

Woodford Reserve Bourbon Fridays at The Post<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

After the day’s final race, Race Course guests are invited to enjoy bourbon cocktails and play trivia at The Post Bar. This event will be sponsored by Woodford Reserve, and it will run from 6:00pm-8:00pm.<\/p>\n

Saturday, July 28<\/h2>\n

Saratoga Stakes Races: Jim Dandy, Alfred G. Vanderbilt, Bowling Green, Amsterdam<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

Place your bets for the GII Jim Dandy, the GI Alfred G. Vanderbilt Handicap, the GII Bowling Green, and the GIII Amsterdam!<\/p>\n

Permanently Disabled Jockeys’ Fund Awareness Day<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

In recognition of Permanently Disabled Jockeys’ Fund Awareness Day, Saratoga Race Course will feature autograph signings and special photo opportunities.<\/p>\n

Fashion Saturdays<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

Shop for women’s and men’s apparel and accessories during Saratoga Race Course’s Fashion Saturdays series. Held at the Coca-Cola Saratoga Pavilion, this event will feature a variety of local retailers from 10:30am-5:00pm.<\/p>\n

Woodford Reserve and Jeff Brisbin at The Jim Dandy Bar<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

On Saturday from 2:00pm-4:00pm, head to The Jim Dandy Bar if you’d like to sample the Woodford Reserve Saratoga Personal Selection. There will also be live music with Jeff Brisbin.<\/p>\n

Ketel One Saturdays at The Post<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

Sample the new Ketel One Botanicals at The Post Bar from 3:00pm-5:00pm.<\/p>\n

Sunday, July 29<\/h2>\n

Saratoga Stakes Race: Shuvee Handicap<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

Place your bets for the GIII Shuvee Handicap!<\/p>\n

Taste NY: Food & Artisans<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

Visit the Coca-Cola Saratoga Pavilion for Taste NY: Food & Artisans, which will feature numerous food and artisan vendors displaying their products. This lively market will be open from 10:30am-5:00pm.<\/p>\n

Low Roller Challenge<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

The Low Roller Challenge will take place on Sundays and Mondays at Saratoga Race Course. This is a chance for aspiring handicappers to experience the excitement of tournament play for $40. Registration will begin at 11:00am near the Fourstardave Sports Bar.<\/p>\n

Monday, July 30<\/h2>\n

Saratoga Stakes Race: Coronation Cup<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

Place your bets for the Coronation Cup!<\/p>\n

Berkshire Bank Family Mondays<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

Bring the kids over to the Coca-Cola Saratoga Pavilion on Monday for family-friendly activities, games, attractions, and more. The Berkshire Bank Family Mondays event series will be held from 11:00am-4:00pm.<\/p>\n

Low Roller Challenge<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

The Low Roller Challenge will take place on Sundays and Mondays at Saratoga Race Course. This is a chance for aspiring handicappers to experience the excitement of tournament play for $40. Registration will begin at 11:00am near the Fourstardave Sports Bar.<\/p>\n

See the full events calendar on SaratogaRaceTrack.com >><\/a><\/h3>\n

Learn about this year’s Giveaway Days >><\/a><\/h3>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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