Thursday, 24 August 2017 15:46

Week Six Events At Saratoga Race Course

Fan Appreciation Week

From Wednesday, August 30 through Monday, September 4, NYRA will thank it’s loyal fans with an exclusive series of special events, activities, and offers.

Friday, August 25

Albany (NYB)

Race is run on 1 1/8 dirt for $250,000.

Funny Cide

Ran on 6 ½ furlongs for $200,000.

West Point presented by Trustco Bank

Ran on 1 1/16 turf for $150,000.

Woodford Reserve Fridays at The Post

Racing fans are invited to continue their day at Saratoga with Woodford Reserve Fridays at The Post, the lively bar and entertainment sport located adjacent to the paddock. Each Friday of the meet will feature a DJ and dancing, cocktail samplings and trivia at The Post following the day’s final race

Taste NY: Craft Beer

Taste NY: Craft Beer event, which offers guests a selection of New York craft beers available for sampling each Friday in partnership with the New York Department of Agriculture and Markets. Fans will be able to sample five craft beers for $5 at the Berkshire Bank Saratoga Pavilion from noon to 5 p.m.

Paint and Sip Event

In the Hopeful Luxury Suite, come paint the historic Saratoga Grandstand. Tickets include a full day at the race course, admission to the Clubhouse and the Hopeful Suite, price includes two drink tickets and all of the art supplies needed. Paint instruction will begin at 2:00 p.m. on the roof deck. Space is limited, reserve a sport by calling NYRA Group Sales at 718-659-2287.

Community Booth

Saratoga County Economic Opportunity Council, Inc. (SCEOC) will be at the community booth today to discuss their non-profit organization that is “committed to being a leader in advocating for opportunities and developing solutions to promote healthy, thriving families and caring community partners,” according to their website.

Saturday, August 26

Travers Day

This day was named for the president of the old Saratoga Racing Association, William R. Travers and was first held in 1864. Travers horse, Kentucky, won the first Travers run.

Travers Race

Ran on 1 ¼ dirt, grade 1, for $1,250,000. 

Woodford Reserve Ballston Spa

Ran on 1 1/16 turf, grade 2, for $400,000.

Taste NY: Food and Artisans

Taste NY: Food and Artisans, a lively on-track market where guests can sample and shop food and crafts in the Berkshire Bank Saratoga Pavilion from 10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. The market will be held each Saturday and Sunday of the 2017 meet. The events will be complemented by handicapping tutorials and racing tips from the Bets Squad, as well as the opportunity to learn more about NYRA Bets and NYRA XP.

Ketel One Party at The Post

The fun will continue each Saturday of the season with the Ketel One Party at The Post. Saturday evenings at Saratoga will feature music from a DJ following the day’s final race, cocktail samplings and giveaways.

Taste NY: Craft Beer Tasting

For $5 enjoy five samples of New york craft beers while enjoying live music.

Community Booth

B.E.S.T. is a non-profit organization committed to meeting the health and social welfare needs of the several thousand barn area workers.

Sunday, August 27

Smart N Fancy

Ran on 5 ½ furlongs of turf for $100,000.

Taste NY: Food and Artisans: The Sunday edition of the market will welcome guests to the Berkshire Bank Saratoga Pavilion from 10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Moet and Chandon Mimosa Sundays   

Stop by The Post Bar every Sunday from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. to sample mimosas. Must be 21+ to enjoy.

Community Booth

The Center for Disability Services will be at the community booth today to discuss their mission, which is to, “enable and empower people, primarily those with disabilities, to lead healthy and enriched lives,” according to their website.

Monday, August 28

Better Talk Now

Ran on 1 mile of turf for $100,000.

Berkshire Bank Family Monday

Monday will be highlighted by the return of Berkshire Bank Family Mondays from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the Berkshire Bank Saratoga Pavilion. This week, don’t miss the Reptile Show!

Community Booth

The Troy Boys and Girls Club will be at the community booth today. Troy Boys and Girls Club “seeks to help all youth live full and satisfying lives,” according to their website.

Tuesday, August 29

DARK DAY, NO RACES.

Wednesday, August 30

Italian-American Day

The day-long celebration will consist of Italian culture and will feature traditional Italian music,dance, food, and games at the Berkshire Bank Pavilion from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

With Anticipation

Ran on 1 1/16 turf, grade 3, for $150,000.

Moet and Chandon Wine Wednesdays

Every Wednesday The Post Bar will host this event offering different wine samples to participants 21+.

Community Booth

Living Resources will be at the community booth today to discuss their organization which is to “provide growth opportunities in a safe and secure environment,” according to their press release.

Thursday, August 31

P.G. Johnson

This race is ran on  1 1/16 turf for $100,000.

Taco and Tequila Thursdays

On every Thursday of the season, come enjoy tacos and margaritas at The Post restaurant while listening to a live flamenco guitar performance. This event takes place after the day’s final race.

Taste NY: Wine,
Cider, and Spirits

Taste NY will be offering a variety of samples every Thursday from 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. for the wine, cider, and spirits lover. $5 for five samples, 21+ to participate.

Community Booth

Habitat for Humanity Norther Saratoga, Warren and Washington Counties will be at the community booth today. “This is a nonprofit Christian housing ministry. Through the help of volunteers and donations, Habitat works to provide affordable housin for those less fortunate,” according to their website. Stop by to see how you can volunteer!

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