Past Events

Xpressbet Saturday Morning Social at the Museum: Join Museum staff and special guest analysts for a casual discussion of the day’s racing action at Saratoga and other tracks throughout the country, sponsored by Xpressbet. Complimentary light refreshments will be served and Saratoga past performances will be provided. Cost: Free admission from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m.

Friday, July 27 — Racing Trivia Night: Bring your team for a truly unique racing-themed trivia contest. There will be prizes to be won and food and drink options. Time: 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Location: Hall of Fame. Cost: Free for Museum members; $10 non-members.

Children’s Program: “Get Ready for the Races and Design Your Own Silks:” As the Saratoga meet begins, learn fun facts about the role of jockeys, try on jockey silks then design your own. Recommended for children ages 3 through 8. Time: 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Cost: Free with paid admission.

Monday, July 23 — Racing Partnership & Syndicate Event: Learn all about how to get involved in thoroughbred ownership from some of the top racing partnerships in the game. There will be prizes and special presentations, as well as an opportunity to individually meet representatives from the partnerships. Time: 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Location: Hall of Fame. Cost: Free to attend.

Xpressbet Saturday Morning Social at the Museum: Join Museum staff and special guest analysts for a casual discussion of the day’s racing action at Saratoga and other tracks throughout the country, sponsored by Xpressbet. Complimentary light refreshments will be served and Saratoga past performances will be provided. Cost: Free admission from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m.

Photo Finish Tour with Dona Ann McAdams: Join the Museum on a special tour of Saratoga Race Course’s famed Oklahoma Training Track led by professional photographer Dona Ann McAdams. You will learn about lighting, composition and developing your own photographer’s eye. Please note that reservations are required for this tour. Time: 8 a.m. Cost: $25 Museum members, $35 non-members. Reservations: (518) 584-0400 ext. 118.

Recommended for ages 3-6, “Horse Explorers” is a hands-on series intended to creatively educate children about horses by developing age-appropriate skills in disciplines including art, literacy, science and math. The program will be staffed by the Museum’s professional educators.

“Horse Explorers” will take place Thursday mornings from 10:30 a.m. to 11:15 a.m. in the Museum’s Horseplay Gallery. Children are free to attend with a paid accompanying adult.

Recommended for ages 3-6, “Horse Explorers” is a hands-on series intended to creatively educate children about horses by developing age-appropriate skills in disciplines including art, literacy, science and math. The program will be staffed by the Museum’s professional educators.

“Horse Explorers” will take place Thursday mornings from 10:30 a.m. to 11:15 a.m. in the Museum’s Horseplay Gallery. Children are free to attend with a paid accompanying adult.

McMahon Farm Tour: Join the Museum for a tour of McMahon of Saratoga Thoroughbreds Farm, one of New York’s premier thoroughbred breeding farms, as part of our ongoing farm tour series. Along with a tour of the grounds and facilities and meeting the resident thoroughbreds, there will be a catered lunch at the Museum immediately after the farm tour. Time: 11 a.m. at McMahon of Saratoga Thoroughbreds Farm, 180 Fitch Road, Saratoga Springs. Cost: $25 for Museum members and $30 for non-members.

“Get Ready for the Track!” Family Fun Day: A special program geared toward families and children featuring a variety of racing-related educational activities for young visitors.