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Pat McKenna
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Aug 27 2026
Belmont Park's Return to Racing is September 18
Celebrating the dawn of a new era in New York! Featuring superstars Forever Young & Sovereignty facing off in the $1M Jockey Club Gold Cup, and a performance by Multi-Platinum country music artist Dierks Bentley. Live coverage will air on FOX all weekend.
Opening Weekend Tickets
September 18-20, 2026
Return to Racing is an event celebrating the reopening of Belmont Park. Featuring live Thoroughbred racing, entertainment, hospitality, and an exclusive first look at the new venue!
Fri
September 18
1 Stakes Races
$1M Jockey Club Gold Cup (G1)
- Live Musical Performance by Dierks Bentley
- Food Trucks
Sat
September 19
1 Stakes Races
$175K Floral Park
- Live Music
- Entertainment
Sun
September 20
1 Stakes Races
$175K Forever Together
- Live Music
- Entertainment
Superstar Showdown: Forever Young Vs. Sovereignty
Forever Young (L), Sovereignty (R)
Grade 1, $1 million Jockey Club Gold Cup: Friday, September 18
The first day of racing at the new Belmont Park is set for an all-time showdown of superstars as Sovereignty and Forever Young face off for the first time.
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