Friday, 18 August 2017 09:21

Week Five Events At Saratoga Race Course

Friday, August 18

Skidmore

Race is run on 5 ½ turf for $100,000.

Breakfast at Saratoga, presented by B95.5 FM Breakfast Club

Fans are invited to enjoy breakfast on The Porch of the clubhouse while the thoroughbreds train on the main track. Breakfast is held from 7 to 9:30 a.m. and is available on a first-come, first-served basis. The morning buffet is $18.50 for adults and $10.25 for kids. Mornings at Saratoga also welcome fans to go behind the scenes with a free, guided backstretch tram tour. Tram tours begin at 7:30 a.m. and depart from the clubhouse entrance approximately every 15 minutes through 9 a.m. Tours are available on a first-come, first-served basis and are 45 minutes in length. Breakfast and tours are available daily, except Travers Day, Saturday, August 26.

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.

Community Booth

National Racing Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame will be at the community booth today. Stop by to discuss the history and upcoming events at the Museum.

Saturday, August 19

Alabama Day

This day will honor the legacy of trainer Dominic Galluscio and will include autograph sessions with various Saratoga trainers from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. by the paddock mutuel bay. A $10 donation to The Lustgarten Foundation is recommended.

G1 Alabama

A race specifically for filies run on 1 ¼ dirt, grade 1, $600,000.

Lake Placid

Ran on 1 1/8 turf, grade 2, $300,000.

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

 The Lustgarten Foundation will be at the community booth today to raise awareness about pancreatic cancer. Their mission is to “advance scientific and medical research related to pancreatic cancer,” according to The Lustgarten Foundation website.

Sunday, August 20

Summer Colony

Ran on 1 1/8 dirt for $100,000.

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.

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.

Community Booth

Girls Inc. of Greater Capital Region will be at the community booth today to discuss their organization that is “committed to helping girls build skills and capabilities for a responsible, confident and self-sufficient adulthood,” according to their website.

Monday, August 21

Evan Shipman (NYB)

Ran on 1 1/8 dirt 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 Magic Show!

Community Booth

Today the Saratoga Network will be at the community booth to discuss their upcoming event calendar.

Tuesday, August 22

DARK DAY, NO RACES.

Wednesday, August 23

First Responder’s Appreciation Day

This day will honor the police officers, firefighters, EMTs and paramedics of the area at the Berkshire Bank Saratoga Pavilion featuring exhibits and activities throughout the day. All first responders receive free grandstand admission with ID.

John’s Call

Ran on 1 5/8 turf for $100,000.

Stewart’s Ice Cream Eating Contest

Contestants will duke it out in three different age groups consisting of kids, teens, and adults to see who can eat a pint of ice cream the quickest.

Moet and Chandon Wine Wednesdays

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

Community Booth

Today The Albany Police Athletic League will be at the community booth to discuss their organization that has united the youth of the Albany area with law enforcement since 1988. According to their mission statement, “Through these partnerships, we hope to develop strong leaders who think critically, work hard, and act compassionately.”

Thursday August 24

New York Turf Writers Cup

Ran on 2 3/8 turf, grade 1, for $150,000.

Riskaverse

Run on 1 mile of 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

Saratoga Automobile Museum will be at the community booth today to discuss their museum and education the public on the role of automobiles in the world.

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