News & Notes: Week 2 Events at Saratoga Race Course

Week 2 Stake Races 

*Mondays and Tuesdays = Dark Days. No racing. 

Saratoga Live presents daily coverage of the summer meet at Saratoga Race Course on FOX Sports. For the complete Saratoga Live broadcast schedule, and additional programming information, visit NYRA.com/SaratogaLive.

Friday, JulY 19 

Curlin (R): 3YO, 1 1/8 – Dirt, Purse $135,000

Saturday, JulY 20

GIII Lake George:
F3YO, 1 Mile – Turf, Purse $175,000

GI Coaching Club American Oaks:
F3YO, 1 1/8 – Dirt, Purse $500,000

Sunday, JulY 21

GII Shuvee: F&M 4&UP, 1 1/8 – Dirt, Purse $200,000

Wednesday, JulY 24

GII Honorable Miss Handicap:
F&M 3&UP, 6 Furlongs – Dirt, Purse $200,000

Thursday, JulY 25

GIII Caress Presented by Albany Med:
4&UP, F&M 5 1/2 Furlongs – Turf, Purse $200,000

Premium Giveaways

Friday, July 19

Tumbler 

The first giveaway of the season is a 40-ounce, white drink tumbler adorned with the traditional red Saratoga logo. It features high-quality construction for maximum cold retention, a screw-on cap for easy filling and cleaning and a reusable straw for smooth sipping on a hot summer day. The Saratoga Tumbler will be available on the second Friday of the summer meet. Fans with paid admission on each giveaway day will receive a coupon for the giveaway, while supplies last. Season ticket and season pass holders are not guaranteed a giveaway. Fans must present their coupon at the giveaway station on track (near the Big Red Spring) to receive the complimentary item.

Community Outreach Booth

As part of NYRA’s season-long commitment to spreading awareness of local non-profits, NYRA will again host one organization each day in the Community Outreach Booth, located adjacent to the Jockey Silks Room, inside Gate B. 

Friday, July 19: Saratoga Automobile Museum

Saturday, July 20: RISE Housing & Support Services

Sunday, July 21: Christie’s Heartoberfest

Purdy’s Summer Concert Stage

The Purdy’s Summer Concert Stage will host live musical performances each afternoon of the season from popular local and regional bands. This year’s summer music stage is presented by Purdy’s Discount Wine & Liquor in Saratoga Springs.

Friday, July 19: Mark and Jill Blues

Saturday, July 20: Diva and the Dirty Boys

Sunday, July 21: Big Fez & the Surfmatics

Wednesday, July 24: Bluebillies

Thursday, July 25: The Red Haired Strangers

HANDICAPPING SEMINAR AND MEET-AND-GREET
Every Sunday beginning July 23

Enjoy your Sunday at the races in the Spa’s newest hospitality venue, the climate-controlled Paddock Suite, learning betting strategies and tips from expert handicappers. Guests will also be treated to a meet-and-greet with Saratoga Race Course’s new track announcer Frank Mirahmadi, along with a rotating cast of on-track talent, personalities and VIPs. Tickets can be purchased through Fevo.

TASTE NY PAVILION:
Every Thursday-Sunday
beginning July 11

New York-made food and beverages will be available for sample and purchase at the Taste NY Pavilion, located inside Gate A at the Top of the Stretch, where fans can enjoy New York craft beers, wines, spirits, cheese and chocolate (must be 21 and over to sample and purchase alcoholic beverages). Featured products hail from Montauk to the Finger Lakes and the Hudson Valley to the Adirondacks as a showcase of the state’s robust food and beverage industry.

SARATOGA BREAKFAST AND BREEDING FARM TOUR:
Every Wednesday-Saturday and select Sundays, beginning July 12

The popular Saratoga Breakfast and Breeding Farm tours, which were first introduced in 2022, will be expanded this summer to meet growing demand. The program will be offered Wednesday through Saturday (excludes July 13, Aug. 24), plus select Sundays, beginning Friday, July 12 through Saturday, August 31. This yearwill feature newcomer Sugar Plum Farm to supplement incumbents Song Hill Thoroughbreds and Old Tavern Farm.
Fans will enjoy a buffet breakfast during morning training at Saratoga Race Course before boarding a CDTA trolley to that day’s breeding farm before returning to the Spa for the afternoon’s races.
Tickets must be reserved in advance at NYRA.com. Each tour accommodates up to 52 guests. Admission to Saratoga Race Course is included in the package.

BERKSHIRE BANK HORSE SENSE
Every Friday-Sunday
beginning July 12Fans of all ages can pet a retired thoroughbred every Friday through Sunday from noon to 2 p.m. at Berkshire Bank Horse Sense. The educational exhibit also includes fun facts about the life and career of a thoroughbred. The family-friendly attraction is located inside Gate A and is presented by Berkshire Bank.

SUNDAY BRUNCH AT THE RAIL OF THE 1863 CLUB
Every Sunday beginning July 14Fans are invited to enjoy a brunch buffet while experiencing The Rail at the 1863 Club, the first-floor banquet space at the 1863 Club. Tickets start at $105 and include admission, a table seat for the day, brunch buffet, soft drinks, Post Parade program book, tax and gratuity. Reservations are available by calling the NYRA Box Office at 844-NYRA-TIX or online at Ticketmaster.com

HANDICAPPING SEMINAR AND MEET-AND-GREET
Every Sunday beginning July 14Enjoy your Sunday at the races in the Paddock Suite, learning betting strategies and tips from expert handicappers. Tickets start at $75 and include admission, Post Parade program book and a table seat for the day within the climate-controlled, shared suite overlooking the historic saddling area. Fans will also be treated to a meet-and-greet with Saratoga Race Course’s track announcer Frank Mirahmadi. Tickets can be purchased online through Fevo.

FAMILY SUNDAYS AT THE FAMILY FUN ZONE
Every Sunday beginning July 14Family Sundays will feature a wide variety of free family-friendly activities, games, attractions and educational activities each Sunday inside the Family Zone, located near Gate A at the Top of the Stretch. Each week will feature a different theme, including Beach Day, Christmas in July, Day at the Zoo, Summer Olympics, Carnival, the Wild, Wild West and NYRA mascot Gallop’s Birthday on August 18.

First Responders Day presented by albany med
Thursday, July 25

First Responders Day will pay tribute to all first responders with free admission (proper ID required). The afternoon will honor local first responders and will feature the New York Police Department Ceremonial Unit and performances from the New York State Troopers Pipes and Drums. The day will also include a recruitment event for those interested in learning about first responder career opportunities.