Off the Track: Go Beyond the Grandstand in Saratoga County

A day at Saratoga Race Course is only half the story. The rest of Saratoga County, including horse farms, racing history, craft breweries, and lively towns is what turns a day trip to the track into a full racing season experience. Whether you've got a morning before first post or a whole extra day…

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Saratoga After Dark: Racing Days and Summer Nights

There is no energy quite like Saratoga County in the height of summer. By late June, the county is buzzing with anticipation of the summer meet at the Saratoga Race Course. But while the horses are undoubtedly one of the main events, the magic of a Saratoga summer extends far beyond the finish line…

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Who is Cherie DeVaux?

At this year’s Kentucky Derby Cherie DeVaux made horse racing history. As the trainer of Golden Tempo, she became the first woman to train a Kentucky Derby winner. For those in the community curious about the world of Thoroughbred racing, Cherie Devaux is a name worth knowing. With her years of…

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Top Contenders for the Final Belmont Stakes at Saratoga

Race will return downstate to the new Belmont Park in 2027 By Brien Bouyea of the National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame The three-year run of the Belmont Stakes at Saratoga Race Course won’t produce a Triple Crown, but this year’s final edition of the race at the Spa will nonetheless be an…

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30 Day Countdown to the Belmont Stakes!

The countdown is on. The Belmont Stakes Racing Festival kicks off in just a month, and on Saturday, June 6, Saratoga Race Course will once again host the final leg of the Triple Crown for the last time. Excitement is building across Saratoga County, as local businesses and organizations gear up to…

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Get Down with the Derby in Saratoga County

Celebrate the 152nd running of the Kentucky Derby in Saratoga. With watch parties and local events, you'll catch every second of the greatest two minutes in sports. Consider the Derby celebrations a precursor to the epic atmosphere of Saratoga during the Belmont Stakes. Saratoga Race Course is…

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A Local's Guide to Belmont Stakes in Saratoga

The 2026 Belmont Stakes Racing Festival in Saratoga is almost here for the last time! We know you've booked your hotel, made your reservations, and hopefully have your tickets, but what about those local secrets? We're here to help you have the best experience possible with info on hidden gems, tips…

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