The second week of the 2025 summer season at Saratoga Race Course begins today (July 16) in Saratoga Springs. Highlights of the week include Make-a-Wish Wednesday, an event that provides children and their families with the chance to experience world-class thoroughbred racing.
Fans can look forward to the second giveaway of the season on Sunday (July 20), when attendees will receive a Saratoga-themed Hawaiian shirt. The red-and-white floral shirt is free with paid admission, while supplies last. According to the New York Racing Association (NYRA), additional giveaways this season include a polar fleece blanket, a commemorative pennant, and a quarter-zip sweatshirt.
The Saratoga Race Course is renowned for its summer meet, which features a variety of events and promotions. The season opened on July 10 and will run through September 1, with races held five days a week from Wednesday to Sunday. For more details on the schedule and events, visit NYRA's official website.