Week 6 Stake Races
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Friday, August 19
Skidmore: 2YO, 5 1/2 Furlongs - Turf, Purse $150,000
Summer Colony (R):
F&M 4&UP, 1 1/8 - Dirt, Purse $135,000
Saturday, August 20
GI Alabama: F3YO, 1 1/4 - Dirt, Purse $600,000
GII Lake Placid: F3YO, 1 1/16 - Turf, Purse $200,000
Smart N Fancy:
F&M 4&UP, 5 1/2 Furlongs - Turf, Purse $150,000
Sunday, August 21
Bolton Landing:
F2YO, 5 1/2 Furlongs - Turf, Purse $150,000
Wednesday, August 24
John’s Call (R): 4&UP, 1 5/8 - Turf, Purse $135,000
Thursday, August 25
Riskaverse (R): F3YO, 1 Mile - Turf, Purse $135,000
*Mondays and Tuesdays = Dark Days. No racing.
Purdy’s Summer Concert Stage
Fans will enjoy free live music performances each afternoon of the season from popular local and regional bands at the Purdy’s Summer Concert Stage. This year’s summer music stage is sponsored by Purdy’s Discount Wine & Liquor in Saratoga Springs.
Friday, August 19: The Rodeo Barons
Saturday, August 20: Alex Torres & His Latin Orchestra
Sunday, August 21: The Bluz House Rockers
Wednesday, August 24: Doc Scanlon
Thursday, August 25: Deena Chappel Trio
Premium Giveaway
Friday, August 19
Long-Sleeve T-Shirt Presented by FOX Sports
Fans can showcase their enthusiasm for Saratoga Race Course with the second giveaway of the season: a long-sleeve T-shirt. Presented by FOX Sports, this baseball-style tee will be available in adult M and XL.
Ukrainian Independence Day
Wednesday, August 24
A series of special events and fundraising opportunities will take place at Saratoga Race Course to commemorate Ukraine Independence Day, which marks Ukraine’s declaration of independence from the former Soviet Union.
Military Appreciation Day
Thursday, August 25
Saratoga Race Course will pay tribute to active military members and veterans in appreciation of their sacrifice and service to our nation. The West Point Parachute Team, Color Guard and Band will perform. All veterans and active-duty military will be honored with a special ceremony in the Winner’s Circle and receive free grandstand admission with military ID.
Taste NY Pavilion
Every Thursday - Sunday
New York-made food and adult beverages will be available for sample and purchase exclusively at the Taste NY Pavilion throughout the season. Race fans can visit the Taste NY Pavilion, located inside Gate A at the Top of the Stretch, to enjoy New York craft beer, cider, wine and spirits.
Berkshire Bank Family Sundays
Every Sunday
Berkshire Bank Family Sundays will feature a wide variety of free family-friendly activities, games, attractions and educational activities each Sunday inside the Berkshire Bank Family Zone, located near Gate A at the Top of the Stretch.
Saratoga Race Course gates open at 11 a.m. each day, including weekends, with the exception of Runhappy Travers Day, Saturday, August 27. Racing will not be held Mondays and Tuesdays, Admission can be purchased at all track entrances on live racing days, as well as on Ticketmaster.com.
