2025 Saratoga Race Course Season Passes FAQ

What does a season admission pass provide?

A Saratoga season pass provides admission to the July 4th racing festival and all 40 days of the 2025 summer meet at
Saratoga Race Course.

The July 4th racing festival is a four-day event, July 3-6 ,and the traditional summer meet runs from July 10th through Labor Day.

The season pass is valid for admission to both the Clubhouse and Grandstand.

What is the July 4th racing festival?

The July 4th festival is a four-day event that typically is held at Belmont Park but has been relocated to Saratoga during construction of a new racing venue downstate. The festival will feature 10 stakes races, including seven graded stakes such as the Suburban, the Schuylerville and the Sanford.

The festival will serve as a prelude to the traditional 40-day summer meet at Saratoga.

When is the 2025 Saratoga Race Course season?

Opening day for the traditional Saratoga summer meet is Thursday, July 10th. The season runs through Labor Day, Monday, September 1st.

What is the cost of a season pass?

The price is the same as last year: $90 at participating Stewart’s Shops, a savings of $5 off the price of a
season pass available through NYRA.com or the Saratoga Race Course Box Office. Season passes at Stewart’s Shops are available for purchase by cash only.

Since the price did not change from last year, you can make the argument that a Saratoga season pass includes free admission to the July 4th racing festival since the price is the same for 44 days of racing as it was for 40 days last summer.

Why is the price of a season pass less expensive at Stewart’s Shops than through NYRA directly?

Stewart’s Shops receives preferred pricing for our customers as a result of our longstanding partnership with the New York Racing Association.

How much is daily admission price at Saratoga Race Course?

General admission is $7 per day when purchased in advance or $10 at the gate on the day of the event. General admission is extra on Whitney and Travers days.

What does general admission include?

General admission tickets at Saratoga provide access to the Rivers Casino backyard and the hundreds of free picnic tables that are available daily as well as walk-around access to the clubhouse, grandstand and trackside apron.

Can I pay by credit card for a season pass?

Season passes at participating Stewart’s Shops are available for purchase by cash only.

Is Stewart’s Shops the only place I can buy a season pass?

No. Saratoga season passes are also available for purchase online at NYRA.com/Saratoga or
in person at the Saratoga Race Course Box Office when the Box Office opens for the season in
July.

However, fans can save $5 at Stewart’s Shops where you can purchase a season pass for $90
through Opening Weekend, July 10th-13th. 

Are any racing days excluded from the season pass?

Season passes are valid for all 44 racing days at Saratoga this summer, including the July 4th racing festival, opening day, Whitney Day, the Alabama and the DraftKings Travers Day.

Does a season pass include a reserved seat at Saratoga Race Course?

No. A season pass includes admission to Saratoga Race Course but does not include a reserved seat. Reserved seats may be purchased separately
through Ticketmaster.com.

Any special combo deals for purchasing a season pass and NYRA Bets Gift Card?

There are no combo deals this year.

How much are NYRA Bets Gift Cards?

A NYRA Bets Gift Card is $50 and comes pre-loaded with $50 in funds for betting online with
NYRA Bets. In other words, there are no markup fees.

How long will 2025 Saratoga season passes be available at Stewart’s?

Season passes will be available at participating Stewart’s Shops through Sunday, July 13.

Do I receive my season pass today if I purchase one here?

No. You will receive a voucher which is redeemable for a Season Pass at
NYRA.com/seasonpass. Vouchers are not valid for admission to the track.

Are season passes digital again this year?

Both digital and printed season passes are available for purchase this year. You can select your
preference when redeeming your pass. Passes may be redeemed at NYRA.com/seasonpass.

Are season admission passes transferable?

No. Season passes will not admit anyone other than the named and identified holder of the
season pass.

What if I lose my voucher?

All vouchers are the responsibility of the purchaser and are non-replaceable if lost or stolen.

Can I return my season pass if I change my mind?

No. All sales are final. There are no refunds or exchanges on vouchers purchased.

What if I have questions or concerns about my Saratoga season admission pass? Is
there a phone number I can call?

Questions can be answered by phone at 1-844-NYRA-TIX.