The porch decorating contest began on Wednesday, July 31 and will continue until Monday, August 5 as the contest will ensure homes near the track look their best for the upcoming Floral Fete, Whitney Stakes and the overall 150th anniversary weekend of the race course.
Prizes will be given in the following categories: Most Elegant, Most Track Inspired, Most Historically Accurate, and Wildcard. The winner of each category will receive the opportunity of naming a race during the New York Racing Association’s 2013 Saratoga Race Course season. In addition to naming the race and your race name being displayed in the Post Parade Program, you will present the trophy for your race; your race will be broadcast to millions on NYRA TV; and a NYRA will present you with a photo of your race presentation in a crystal picture frame.
Race naming will occur between Friday, August 7 and September 2. Prize is not transferable or available for substitute. Prize must be redeemed during the 2013 meet. Winners will be notified by the Saratoga Springs Preservation Foundation regarding their win. The date winners select is subject to NYRA final approval.
Decorated porches will be located within the following boundaries of Circular Street, Lake Avenue, East Avenue, and Lincoln Avenue.
For more information, visit www.saratogapreservation.org.
