Week 5 Stake Races
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Friday, August 12
Evan Shipman Handicap (NYB):
3&UP, 1 Mile - Dirt, Purse $125,000
John Morrissey Handicap (NYB):
3&UP, 6 Furlongs - Dirt, Purse $125,000
Johnstone Mile (NYB):
F&M 3&UP, 1 Mile - Dirt, Purse $125,000
Union Avenue Handicap (NYB):
F&M 3&UP, 6 Furlongs - Dirt, Purse $125,000
Saturday, August 13
GI Fourstardave Handicap (BC):
3&UP, 1 Mile - Turf, Purse $500,000
GII Saratoga Special:
2YO, 6 1/2 Furlongs - Dirt, Purse $200,000
Sunday, August 14
Mahony: 3YO, 5 1/2 Furlongs - Turf, Purse $150,000
Wednesday, August 17
GI Jonathan Sheppard: 4&UP, 2 3/8 - Turf, Purse $150,000
NYSSS Cab Calloway Division (R):
3YO, 1 Mile - Turf, Purse $150,000
Thursday, August 18
NYSSS Statue of Liberty Division (R):
F3YO, 1 Mile - Turf, Purse $150,000
*Mondays and Tuesdays = Dark Days. No racing.
Purdy’s Summer Concert Stage
Fans will enjoy free live music performances each afternoon of the season from popular local and regional bands at the Purdy’s Summer Concert Stage. This year’s summer music stage is sponsored by Purdy’s Discount Wine & Liquor in Saratoga Springs.
Friday, August 12: Nite Train
Saturday, August 13: Family Tree
Sunday, August 14: The Switch
Wednesday, August 17: Red Haired Strangers
Thursday, August 18: Garland Nelson Band
The Budweiser Clydesdales
Through Sunday, August 14
The world-renowned Budweiser Clydesdales will make their return to Saratoga Race Course for the first time in approximately 15 years! Special appearances will be planned for several days throughout their much-anticipated visit. The Clydesdales were first introduced to the American public by Anheuser-Busch on April 7, 1933 to commemorate the repeal of Prohibition. Presented by Anheuser-Busch and Saratoga Eagles Sales and Service.
Premium Giveaways
Friday, August 19
Long-Sleeve T-Shirt
Presented by
FOX Sports
Fans can showcase their enthusiasm for Saratoga Race Course with the second giveaway of the season: a long-sleeve T-shirt. Presented by FOX Sports, this baseball-style tee will be available in adult M and XL.
Friday, September 2
Mini Umbrella Presented by NYRA Bets
Let your Saratoga pride shield you from inclement weather with the third and final giveaway of the season: a mini umbrella presented by NYRA Bets. The umbrella is red and white and features the traditional red Saratoga logo and black NYRA Bets logo.
On giveaway days, all fans in attendance will receive a free giveaway redemption coupon with paid admission, while supplies last. Season ticket and season pass holders are not guaranteed a giveaway. Fans must present a coupon at designated locations on track to receive the giveaway.
Taste NY Pavilion
every Thursday - Sunday
New York-made food and adult beverages will be available for sample and purchase exclusively at the Taste NY Pavilion throughout the season. Race fans can visit the Taste NY Pavilion, located inside Gate A at the Top of the Stretch, to enjoy New York craft beer, cider, wine and spirits.
Berkshire Bank Family Sundays
Every Sunday
Berkshire Bank Family Sundays will feature a wide variety of free family-friendly activities, games, attractions and educational activities each Sunday inside the Berkshire Bank Family Zone, located near Gate A at the Top of the Stretch.
Saratoga Race Course gates open at 11 a.m. each day, including weekends, with the exception of Runhappy Travers Day, Saturday, August 27. Racing will not be held Mondays and Tuesdays, Admission can be purchased at all track entrances on live racing days, as well as on Ticketmaster.com.
