For horse racing fans, one true indicator of summer is when Del Mar Thoroughbred Club opens its doors for its famed meet. The iconic San Diego-area track is an incredible place to visit whether you’re a lifelong fan of racing or if this will be your first trip to the track. If you fall into the latter category — or if you’re planning your first trip to Del Mar this summer — scroll down for everything you need to know about this year’s summer season.
Tag: Events / Travel
Saratoga Stories: A Dinner Party to Remember
The story of the sport of horse racing lies in its places: sprawling expanses of bluegrass nourishing generations, stunning mountain vistas watching over their battles, and timeless towns centered around these equine athletes. Summer brings America to one of those timeless towns, Saratoga Springs, N.Y., where the best that the sport has to offer congregate for new editions of long-running fixture races.
Where to Watch/Listen: Horse Racing Coverage July 9-13
This week marks a traditional high point in anticipation on the North American horse racing calendar, as Saratoga Race Course begins its summer meet Thursday, July 10. The lead-in vibe is a bit different this year, as historic upstate New York track held brief meets in early June and then again just last weekend for the July 4 Racing Festival normally run at Belmont Park.
What to Know Before You Go: 2025 Indiana Derby Day at Horseshoe Indianapolis
This Saturday, Horseshoe Indianapolis is the place to be for horse racing fans and gamblers in the tristate and beyond, as the track and casino in Shelbyville, In., about 30 miles southeast of Indianapolis presents a fantastic day of premier races topped by the 31st running of the Indiana Derby for 3-year-old Thoroughbreds.