Enjoy live races, simulcasts, food & drink options, and more at NYC's historic racetrack.
Following the conclusion of live racing on June 28, Aqueduct will remain open for simulcasting through Monday, September 7.
ℹ️ AQUEDUCT GUEST SERVICES
The address of Aqueduct Racetrack is:
Aqueduct Racetrack
110-00 Rockaway Boulevard
South Ozone Park, NY 11417
Yes, admission to Aqueduct Racetrack is free! All fans in attendance will be subject to a security screening.
Due to capacity constraints, closing weekend is ticketed. Read more here.
Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the facility via the NYRA-WIFI network.
Top hotel lodging options near Aqueduct Racetrack are as follows:
Sheraton JFK Airport Hotel
132-26 South Conduit Avenue
Jamaica, NY 11430
Phone: 718-322-7190
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Holiday Inn LaGuardia Airport Hotel
37-10 114 Street
Corona, NY 11368
Phone: 718-651-2100
Fax: 718-651-2222
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Courtyard New York JFK Airport
145-11 North Conduit Avenue
Jamaica, New York 11436 USA
Phone: 718-848-2121
Fax: 718-848-0888
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Courtyard By Marriott LaGuardia Hotel
90-10 Grand Central Parkway
East Elmhurst, NY 11369
Phone: 718-446-4800
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Radisson Hotel JFK Airport
135-30 140 St.
Jamaica, NY 11436
Phone: 718-322-2300
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Hilton JFK
144-02 135th Ave
Jamaica, NY 11436
Phone: 718-659-0200
Fax: 718-322-2533
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NYRA urges you please report ethics issues or concerns to NYRA’s Ethics Officer by email at [email protected] or via NYRA’s confidential ethics hotline at 1-800-605-1340.
A first aid facility is located on the ground floor of the building. In the event of an emergency, notify a NYRA Peace Officer or NYRA employee.
Aqueduct's Lost and Found is also located at the security booth by the main entrance on the ground floor.
The first floor (up the escalators from the entrance) at Aqueduct Racetrack offers plenty of seating and concessions, plus a bar and direct access to the apron to watch the races trackside.
The second floor of Aqueduct Racetrack features direct access to free grandstand seating, plus plenty more seating and televisions.
Also on the second floor of Aqueduct is Longshots, the simulcast center & sports bar that's open every race day, and offers food service on Saturdays & Sundays. Take half off admission by becoming a member of NYRA Bets!
The Guest Service Center is located on the 2nd floor of Aqueduct Racetrack in Longshots Bar.
At the Guest Service Center, you can:
- Borrow binoculars
- Check your coat and bag
Also on the 2nd floor, you can visit the NYRA Shop, featuring officially licensed Aqueduct, Belmont Park and Saratoga shirts, hats, collectibles and more.
The third floor at Aqueduct Racetrack features limited additional seating and televisions, plus the historic Equestris Restaurant, where you can watch the races with a premium buffet, drinks, and stunning, sweeping views of the track.
Order Winner's Circle photographs from Adam Coglianese, official NYRA track photographer. Composite photos include finish line, winner's circle and trophy presentation (if applicable). Call 718-659-2292 or visit bobcoglianesephotos.com for more information.
WAGERING RESOURCES
There are multiple ways to stay up-to-date on Aqueduct's scratches and changes. You can call toll-free: 1-866-697-2238, or visit our website.
Visit the newsstand on the 1st floor to purchase physical handicapping tools including the Daily Racing Form, tip sheets, and more.
ATMs are located on all floors of Aqueduct Racetrack.
The Bets Squad is your one-stop shop to learn how to bet! Learn the different types of bets, how to place a bet, how to read a program, how to use a self-service betting terminal, and how to sign up to bet from your phone on and off-track with NYRA Bets. NYRA Bets allows you to securely deposit electronically and play the races at Aqueduct and across the world online and from anywhere, any time.
Bets Squad booths are open daily and can be found on the 1st and 2nd floors.
RACETRACK POLICIES
Outside alcohol is prohibited at Aqueduct Racetrack.
Visit Silks Bar on the 1st floor or Longshots Simulcast Center & Sports Bar on the 2nd floor to purchase alcoholic beverages (21+ only).
Smoking is permitted in all outdoor areas at Aqueduct, except the box seat area. Smoking is not permitted anywhere inside the Aqueduct building. For everyone's convenience and comfort, we ask for your cooperation.
All bags are subject to search upon entry.
If racing is cancelled, for any reason, after five (5) races have been run there are no refunds or exchanges of any kind.
In the event of a cancellation of live racing, the Post Parade and Pocket Program of that day can be exchanged for the same publication within the next two (2) live racing days only. If live racing is cancelled after the fifth race of the day there will not be any exchanges of the Post Parade and Pocket Program.
For the most up-to-date information on live racing cancellations, follow @TheNYRA on X (Twitter) or check NYRA.com.
