Grandstand Seating
Reserved seats for premier race days start at $50 – $25 of which you get right back as a food & beverage credit! Plus, discounts are available for large groups.
2026 Single-Day Tickets
For fans seeking a classic race day atmosphere! Grandstand Seating includes open-air reserved seats on select race days during the fall meet. Each ticket includes a $25 food & beverage credit for the nearby Homestretch Market. Offered September 19-20; September 26; October 3, 24, and 31, 2026.
2026 Single-Day Tickets
Please note: During the 2026 fall meet, single-day Grandstand Seating tickets are offered September 20, September 26; and October 3, 24, and 31. Each ticket includes a $25 food & beverage credit to the nearby Homestretch Market. September 19 is sold out.
All other race days during the 2026 fall meet, Grandstand Seating will be freely accessible to general admission guests.
2027 Grandstand Seating Mini-Plans
Grandstand Seating Plans include reserved seats for 20 pre-assigned race days per year, plus a daily $25 food & beverage credit for the nearby Homestretch Market. Each plan includes pre-sale access for the 2027 Belmont Stakes Racing Festival!
2027 Grandstand Seating Mini-Plans
2027 mini-plan dates are pre-assigned; dates subject to 2027 racing calendar approval. If you cannot attend any of your pre-selected race days, you will have the opportunity to list tickets for re-sale.
Frequently Asked Questions
Grandstand seating mini-plans are available to purchase now!
With grandstand seating at the new Belmont Park, guests get reserved seats directly above the apron.
Also included in each single-day ticket and mini-plan is a $25 daily credit for food & drinks at Homestretch Market, which is just steps away from the seating section.
Mini-plan dates are pre-assigned; dates subject to 2027 racing calendar approval. If you cannot attend any of your pre-selected race days, you will have the opportunity to list tickets for re-sale.
With grandstand seating mini-plans, you will receive priority access to purchase tickets for the 2027 Belmont Stakes Racing Festival, but base plans do not include the Belmont Stakes.
During the 2026 fall meet, grandstand seating is available on select race days* for $50 + taxes & fees.
20-day mini-plans for the 2027 season start at under $50 per seat per day.
Each ticket includes a daily $25 food & beverage credit for the nearby Homestretch Market!
If mini-plan purchasers cannot attend a pre-selected race day, they will have the opportunity to list those tickets for re-sale.
*September 19-20; September 26; October 3, 24, and 31, 2026.
Yes: single-day tickets are available for the 2026 fall meet.
Belmont Park celebrates the traditions of horse racing, including the time-honored custom of dressing for the races. Guests are invited to embrace the occasion and express their personal style in a manner that reflects the elegance and spirit of the sport. NYRA has established dress code guidelines for each area of the venue to ensure that all guests enjoy an experience appropriate to the setting.
General Admission – Ground Floor
Belmont Park's General Admission areas welcome guests in casual to smart casual attire. While no formal dress code is enforced, neat and appropriate attire is expected and encouraged.
SUGGESTED ATTIRE:
- Casual to smart casual attire
- Sundresses, skirts, and dressy separates
- Chinos, shorts, and collared shirts
- Clean, neat footwear
- Hats, fascinators, and creative race day headwear of all kinds
NOT PERMITTED:
- Clothing with offensive, indecent, or inappropriate language or imagery
- Clothing displaying political statements or imagery. NYRA reserves the right to determine what constitutes a political statement in this context and will consult with legal counsel regarding specific enforcement guidelines
- Shirts and shoes are required at all times
Premium Areas & Dining
Belmont Park's Dining & Premium areas on the second floor offer an elevated race day experience. A polished yet relaxed dress code is recommended for all guests in these areas, reflecting the sophistication of the setting while remaining accessible and comfortable.
Recommended for Women:
- Dresses, skirts, or elegant separates
- Pantsuits and dress trousers
- Blouses, polo shirts, and smart tops
- Dressy flats, heels, wedges, or clean smart footwear
- Hats and fascinators strongly encouraged
Recommended for Men:
- Collared shirts including polo shirts, button-downs, and dress shirts
- Dress trousers, slacks, dress jeans, or khaki shorts
- Blazers, sport coats, and vests are optional but encouraged
- Closed-toe shoes required. Dress shoes, loafers, clean smart sneakers acceptable
Not Permitted in Dining & Premium Areas
- Graphic tees
- Cargo shorts
- Frayed, torn, or distressed denim
- Athletic wear of any kind including tracksuits, sports shorts, and athletic footwear
- Flip-flops and open-toed shoes for men
- Clothing with offensive, indecent, or inappropriate language or imagery
- Clothing displaying political statements or imagery
NYRA reserves the right to deny entry to or remove any guest whose attire does not meet the standards outlined in this policy or is otherwise deemed inappropriate at NYRA's sole discretion. NYRA staff will address dress code concerns as early in the guest journey as possible, including at entry gates, to ensure a smooth and enjoyable experience for all.