Events

Where: National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame, 191 Union Avenue, Saratoga Springs, NY, 12866
About: Join us for an insightful seminar exploring the impact and legacy of Black equestrians in American thoroughbred racing. From colonial-era trailblazers to Gilded Age legends and today’s torchbearers, this lecture traces the remarkable history of Black equestrians and their vital contributions to America’s oldest sport. (Click here for more information)

Where: Bus departs at 8 a.m. from the National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame, 191 Union Avenue, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
About: Witness the 2026 running of the Wood Memorial and additional stakes action at Aqueduct Racetrack. This is the final edition of the Wood at Aqueduct before it moves to the new Belmont Park in 2027 (Click here for tickets and more information)

Where: National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame, 191 Union Avenue, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
About: Join us for an immersive two-hour guided experience through the Museum, led by a Museum educator and a certified ASL interpreter! Discover the legends and stories of American racing as you explore our galleries. The tour will be followed by a special showing of our signature film, What It Takes: Journey to the Hall of Fame, and a 15-minute Q&A with the Museum educator. (Click here for more information) 

Where: 191 Union Avenue, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
About: Join us for our 10th annual Derby Party fundraiser at the National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame, featuring delicious samplings of local brews, wines and spirits, and signature bites from local restaurants. While exploring the Museum and its exhibits, guests will enjoy entertainment before a live airing of the 2026 Kentucky Derby in the Official Thoroughbred Racing Hall of Fame. The National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame offers an authentic experience with a unique twist for the racing and food enthusiast. (Click here for more information)

Where: National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame, 191 Union Avenue, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
About: Celebrate the 151st Preakness Stakes at the Museum in the Hall of Fame! There will be a food truck with food for purchase and a cash bar with beer and wine. There will be a handicapping seminar. Try your hand at Preakness trivia between each race for the chance to win a prize! (Click here for more information)

Where: National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame, 191 Union Avenue, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
About: Learn how to get involved in thoroughbred ownership at any level by speaking with some of the top partnerships and syndicates in the sport! (Click here for more information) 

Where: National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame, 191 Union Avenue, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
About: Join us for a tour of the new exhibit "A Discerning Eye — The Art of Sir Alfred Munnings" to get a behind-the-scenes look at the curation of this exhibition including research and exhibit design. This tour takes place in the Museum’s von Stade Gallery. Space is limited, so get your tickets today! Tickets are free for Museum members (registration still required) and admission is included in the non-Museum member ticket price. This tour involves standing for approximately one hour. (Click here for more information)

Where: National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame, 191 Union Avenue, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
About: Get ready to kick off Travers Stakes weekend in Saratoga Springs with this wine and cheese event on Travers Stakes Eve! Enjoy refreshments in the Museum’s Cornelius Vanderbilt Whitney Courtyard with fellow Museum members and racing enthusiasts. (Click here for more information) 

Where: National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame, 191 Union Avenue, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
About: Each July 4, Americans gather to celebrate the birthday of the United States. But how did a group of colonies who previously had little interaction, and even less in common, come together to successfully separate from the most powerful empire in the world? Garrett Cloer, Program Manager for Interpretation and Visitor Experience at Saratoga National Historical Park, joins us to discuss the creation of the United States. (Click here for more information)