Saratoga Highlights: Alabama Week
- WHEN: Wednesday, August 19 – Sunday, August 23
- TICKETS: NYRA.com
Alabama Week Specials
Fans enjoy 30 percent savings on premium reserved seats in the Michelob Ultra Stretch all week long; and Buy One, Get One Free reserved picnic tables in the Pick Six Vodka Picnic Paddock (excludes Saturday, August 22). Fans save 50 percent on the purchase of four or more tickets to the Paddock Suite on Sunday, August 23. Visit NYRA.com/Deals.
All tacos are 20 percent off at Taco Republic on the second floor of the Clubhouse.
Breakfast at Saratoga
Offered daily from 7 a.m. to 9:30 a.m., and presented by CDTA, fans can enjoy a buffet breakfast during morning training. Reservations are not required.
Saratoga Live
The award-winning show features daily coverage and in-depth analysis on the FOX Sports family of networks. For schedule, visit NYRA.com/SaratogaLive.
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 19
Admission Gates and Post Time
Admission gates open at 11 a.m. with first post at 1:10 p.m.
Pick 6 Carryover
Wednesday’s card will be bolstered by a Pick 6 carryover of $154,119 with the $1 Pick 6 getting underway in Race 3.
NYSSS Statue of Liberty
The racing week gets underway with the $150,000 Statue of Liberty division of the New York Stallion Stakes Series, an inner turf mile for eligible state-sired sophomore fillies.
Free Scoops from Stewart’s Shops
Stewart’s Shops will scoop free ice cream for fans beginning at 1 p.m. Complimentary scoops will be available across from the Paddock on a first-come, first-served basis, while supplies last. Stewart’s Shops is your one-stop shop for award-winning ice cream and NYRA Bets Gift Cards at more than 175 locations during the summer meet. The fourth race will be named in honor of Stewart’s Shops.
National Potato Day
In celebration of this national food holiday, fans can enjoy loaded CBR Tots at the Finish Line Grill featuring tater tots with crispy bacon, chicken and dill ranch dressing.
Community Outreach Booth
Saratoga PLAN (Preserving Land and Nature) protects farms, forests and waters of the Saratoga region and the southern Adirondack foothills.
THURSDAY, AUGUST 20
Admission Gates and Post Time
Admission gates open at 11 a.m. with first post at 1:10 p.m.
NYSSS Cab Calloway
Thursday’s $150,000 Cab Calloway division of the New York Stallion Stakes Series features a one-mile inner turf event for eligible state-sired sophomores.
Saratoga Breakfast and Thoroughbred Farm Tours
Presented by New York Thoroughbred Breeders, Inc. (NYTB) the lineup features Old Friends at Cabin Creek on Thursdays, Old Tavern Farm on Fridays and Sugar Plum Farm on Saturdays. The package includes breakfast, transportation, tour of a horse farm, and admission to Saratoga. Tickets may be purchased at NYRA.com.
Saratoga Low Roller Contest
Held exclusively on track each Thursday during the summer meet, fans can pre-register outside the Miller Time Fourstardave Sports Bar. There is a $40 buy-in, of which $30 will go to the player’s bankroll and $10 to the prize pool. The winner will receive a Saratoga Low Roller championship T-shirt in addition to the cash prize.
NYRA STAR Program
The Students of Thoroughbred Racing (NYRA STAR) program is offered Thursdays through Sundays and features tours of the Paddock and Winner’s Circle during Races 1 through 5, in addition to morning tours of the backstretch. NYRA STAR provides children ages 12 and under, and their families, with insider access into the world of thoroughbred racing. Membership is free of charge. Registration can be completed online at NYRA.com/STAR or in person at the NYRA STAR booth in the Family Zone.
Taste NY Pavilion
Fans 21 and older can enjoy New York craft beers, cider, wines and spirits at Taste NY every Thursday through Sunday, inside Gate A at the Top of the Stretch, featuring products exclusively from the Empire State.
Casamigos Margaritas
Fans 21 and older can enjoy complimentary Margarita samples from Casamigos at its pop-up bar outside of the Paddock from noon to 4 p.m., while supplies last.
Community Outreach Booth
The New York State Office of Addiction Services and Supports (OASAS) oversees approximately 1,700 prevention, treatment and recovery programs serving several hundred thousand individuals each year. OASAS staff will be on hand to discuss the ongoing work of the agency to expand services, help those impacted by problem gambling find support, and promote responsible wagering.
FRIDAY, AUGUST 21
Admission Gates and Post Time
Admission gates open at 11 a.m. with first post at 1:10 p.m.
Fleet Indian
New York-bred 3-year-year-old fillies compete in the $200,000 Fleet Indian.
Horse Racing Ireland
The New York State Thoroughbred Breeding & Development Fund and New York Thoroughbred Breeders will welcome a delegation from Horse Racing Ireland. Members of the An Clar School of Irish Dance will perform on the apron, while Toss the Feathers will entertain fans from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at the Purdy’s Summer Music Stage. Guinness on draft will feature a specially designed logo to celebrate New York’s partnership with Horse Racing Ireland and will offer complimentary samples for fans 21 and older at the Guinness Gazebo bar.
Saratoga Runs on Dunkin’
Fans can visit the Dunkin’ kiosk outside the Paddock to win prizes and enjoy complimentary samples of Dunkin’ refreshers throughout the afternoon, while supplies last. The fourth race will be named to celebrate the partnership between Dunkin’ and Saratoga Race Course.
Sampling Trifecta
Fans will enjoy complimentary samples of the Saratoga Sunrise featuring Chopin Vodka at the Chopin Clubhouse Bar on the second level. Saratoga Springs-based Whitman Brewing Company’s craft beer will be available for tastings at the Whitman Brewing Company Portable Bar; and Guinness will be on tap with samples at its gazebo in the backyard. Noon to 4 p.m., while supplies last, for fans 21 and older.
Community Outreach Booth
Sunrays Equine is a horse rescue and therapeutic riding organization based in the Hudson Valley with a focus on accessible equine-assisted therapy and horsemanship.
SATURDAY, AUGUST 22
ALABAMA DAY
Admission Gates and Post Time
Admission gates open at 11 a.m. with first post at 12:35 p.m.
Alabama Presented by Keeneland Sales
The 146th running of the Grade 1, $600,000 Alabama presented by Keeneland Sales for sophomore fillies headlines Saratoga Saturday, supplemented by the Grade 2, $300,000 Ballston Spa presented by STIHL for older fillies and mares.
FOX Saratoga Saturday presented by Oceania Cruises
FOX Saratoga Saturday presented by Oceania Cruises will feature live coverage of the Grade 1, $600,000 Alabama presented by Keeneland Sales on FOX from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Lustgarten Day
Saratoga will honor the legacies of trainer Dominic Galluscio and farrier Ray Amato, Jr., with a day to benefit the Lustgarten Foundation, a nonprofit organization whose mission is to advance scientific and medical research related to pancreatic cancer. Numerous trainers will sign autographs from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Jockey Silks Porch to benefit the Lustgarten Foundation.
Saratoga Runs on Dunkin’
The Dunkin’ kiosk returns for a second consecutive day offering fans chances to win prizes and enjoy complimentary samples of Dunkin’ refreshers, while supplies last.
Horse Sense
Fans can meet a retired thoroughbred on Saturday and Sunday from noon to 2 p.m. at Horse Sense located inside Gate A.
Cointreau Spritz and ALB Vodka
Fans can enjoy complimentary samples of Cointreau Orange Spritz at the Cointreau Clubhouse Bar on the second level of the Clubhouse; and samples of ALB Vodka, courtesy of Albany Distilling Co., at the ALB Backyard Gazebo. Available from noon to 4 p.m., while supplies last, for fans 21 and older.
Community Outreach Booth
The Lustgarten Foundation advances research related to the diagnosis, treatment, cure and prevention of pancreatic cancer while raising public awareness and providing support for patients and their families.
SUNDAY, AUGUST 23
Admission Gates and Post Time
Admission gates open at 11 a.m. with first post at 1:10 p.m.
Albany
Week 8 concludes with the $200,000 Albany for New York-bred sophomores.
Saratoga Mini Lawn Jockey Statue Giveaway presented by NYRA Bets
The mini lawn jockey statue presented by NYRA bets is a six-inch resin collectable available at random in five different sets of silks, including an exclusive all-gold painted jockey. Each statue comes packaged in a commemorative display box free with paid admission, while supplies last. No lawn required!
Sunday Specials
Fans will enjoy $3 hot dogs and save 50% on domestic and premium beer, water and soda at the High Noon Clubhouse Grill, Finish Line Grill and Track Snacks. Additional specials may be available on select items at these locations.
Introduction to Handicapping
Offered every Sunday in the Paddock Suite, fans can learn betting strategies and tips from an expert handicapper. Tickets start at $95 and include admission, Post Parade program, and a table seat within the climate-controlled, shared suite overlooking the saddling area. Tickets can be purchased online by clicking here.
Saratoga Low Roller Contest
Held exclusively on-track every Sunday during the summer meet, fans can pre-register outside the Miller Time Fourstardave Sports Bar. There is a $40 buy-in, of which $30 will go to the player’s bankroll and $10 to the prize pool. The winner will receive a Saratoga Low Roller championship T-shirt in addition to the cash prize.
Community Outreach Booth
ACTT Naturally aims to transition thoroughbreds from racing to new productive careers using techniques of natural horsemanship.
All events and activities are subject to change at the discretion of NYRA.
