Named one of the world's greatest sporting venues, tradition comes alive at the Spa every summer in Saratoga Springs, NY.
2025 Saratoga Schedule
Select each week listed below to see what's happening around Saratoga Race course throughout summer 2025.
The July 4th Racing Festival is a bonus week of racing added to Saratoga's schedule this year! Celebrate Independence Day in Saratoga Springs with four exciting race days ahead of the summer meet kickoff.
The July 4th Racing Festival runs from July 3-6, 2025.
The 2025 Saratoga summer meet will open on Thursday, July 10. The summer meet features 40 days of racing, concluding on Labor Day weekend. By purchasing your 2025 Saratoga Season Pass, you'll get admission to all 40 days of the summer season, including Opening Weekend, Whitney Day, and Travers Day!
Week 2 is the first summer meet's first week with five days of racing. More info about Week 2 at Saratoga Race Course is coming soon!
The Jim Dandy is a crucial prep race, but also a party in its own right! Fans get a thrilling preview of horses to watch a few weeks later in the Travers. In 2024, Fierceness successfully completed the Jim Dandy-Travers double.
The Jim Dandy is run on the final Saturday in July annually. In 2025, Jim Dandy Day falls on July 26.
Whitney Day is a staple of summer racing at Saratoga! The $1 million Whitney attracts top older horses and has been won by many of thoroughbred racing's biggest stars.
Each year, Saratoga is bathed in pink in honor of Marylou Whitney, one of racing's finest ambassadors. Don your best outfit and join the Best in Pink fashion photo contest!
Whitney Day is on the first Saturday in August annually. In 2025, Whitney Day falls on August 2nd.
More info about Week 5 at Saratoga Race Course is coming soon!
More info about 2025 Week 6 at Saratoga Race Course is coming soon!
Travers Day is the centerpiece of the summer season! The Travers is Saratoga's most famous race, and attracts many of the same elite horses that contested the Triple Crown.
Join the most passionate fans in racing on Travers Day. Saratoga goes all out, with extravagant outfits & hats on display. Book tickets well in advance, or bring a tablecloth and line up early to claim a coveted picnic table!
The Travers is run on the fourth Saturday in August annually. In 2025, Travers Day falls on August 23rd.
The 2025 Saratoga summer meet runs through Labor Day weekend. The meet ends with Saratoga's 40th day of summer racing on Labor Day, which this year falls on Monday, September 1.
Things To Do at the Track
Learn about the many experiences and things to do at Saratoga Race Course this summer.
Breakfast at Saratoga welcomes guests to enjoy a morning buffet on the Clubhouse Porch while thoroughbreds train on the main track!
Breakfast is held every live racing day from 7:00 to 9:30am, excluding Travers Day and Labor Day. Breakfast is available on a first-come, first-served basis; reservations are not accepted.
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Family Sundays feature free family-friendly games and educational activities from 11:00am-4:00pm in the Family Zone, a smoke and alcohol-free interactive play area for children. Visit each Sunday for a different theme!
Get the most out of your visit to the Spa with a guided tour! Saratoga offers a number of tours & experiences; click here to view all options.
Please note that some tours & experiences require advance booking, while others do not accept reservations.
Every Friday through Sunday of the Saratoga meet, fans of all ages can meet and pet a retired thoroughbred at Berkshire Bank Horse Sense.
Located in the backyard near Fourstardave Sports Bar.
Live teller windows and self-service terminals are located throughout the racetrack. Self-service touch screen terminals are easy for even a novice bettor to use. Insert your voucher, winning mutuel ticket, or swipe your NYRA Cash Card or NYRA Bets Account Card to enjoy the convenience and privacy of do-it-yourself wagering at the track. Always double check your tickets before leaving the window or self-service terminal.
The Purdy's Summer Music Stage features live music performed by local acts across all 40 days of the summer meet!
Located at the gazebo in the backyard near Dunkin'.
No visit to Saratoga Race Course is complete without sipping the track's very own natural spring water!
Located in the backyard behind the paddock, the Big Red Spring is named in honor of two legendary horses who bore the nickname "Big Red" – Man o' War and Secretariat.
Complimentary cups are available from the nearby Guest Services booth.
The Community Booth at Saratoga Race Course is a unique opportunity for local charities to showcase their mission and engage with thousands of racing fans on a select day during the summer meet. Since its inception, hundreds of organizations have successfully utilized the booth to raise awareness and accept donations.
The Community Booth is located in the backyard next to the Jockey Silks Porch. Be sure to stop by!
General admission tickets to Saratoga Race Course grant access to the grounds, including the backyard, where festivites are happening daily!
Guest Services
The Guest Services office is in the Admin Building (in backyard), and kiosks are located around the track.
Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the facility via the NYRA-WIFI network.
Coolers are permitted at Saratoga Race Course. Coolers are allowed in the backyard, building and apron, and must be kept off tables, off seats and out of aisles.
Coolers may contain food and alcoholic beverages in plastic containers or cans; no glass permitted.
All coolers are subject to search by NYRA security at any time.
Lost & Found is located in the Security office, at the far end of the Grandstand on the mezzanine level.
Physical Address of Saratoga Race Course: 267 Union Ave, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
There are First Aid facilities located on the ground floor of the Grandstand beside the Fourstardave Sports Bar, and in the backyard near Gate B.
In the event of an emergency, notify a NYRA Peace Officer or other NYRA employee.
Accessible seating is available for purchase in the Clubhouse and Grandstand of Saratoga Race Course. To order tickets by phone, please call us at (800) 814-7846 or (518) 584-6200 x3568.
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.
Find Saratoga's Interactive Seating Map here for a more detailed look at hospitality options.
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