Events
Saturday Morning Social
Sat, Jul 4, 2026: 9:00 am to 11:00 amWhere: National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame, 191 Union Avenue, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
About: The Museum will offer free admission and there will be complimentary coffee and doughnuts courtesy of Stewart’s Shops and water courtesy of Saratoga Spring Water. The morning will feature a handicapping seminar at 10 a.m. with Daily Racing Form, analyzing the day’s Saratoga Race Course card, including the co-featured Belmont Derby and Belmont Oaks. (Click here for more information)
Saturday Morning Social
Sat, Jul 11, 2026: 9:00 am to 11:00 amWhere: National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame, 191 Union Avenue, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
About: The Museum will offer free admission and there will be complimentary coffee and doughnuts courtesy of Stewart’s Shops and water courtesy of Saratoga Spring Water. The morning will feature a handicapping seminar at 10 a.m. with Daily Racing Form, analyzing the day’s Saratoga Race Course card, including the co-featured Bowling Green and Caress. Author Patricia McQueen will be on hand to sign copies of her book Secretariat’s Legacy: The Sons, Daughters and Descendents Who Keep His Legacy Alive (Click here for more information)
Saturday Morning Social
Sat, Jul 18, 2026: 9:00 am to 11:00 amWhere: National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame, 191 Union Avenue, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
About: The Museum will offer free admission and there will be complimentary coffee and doughnuts courtesy of Stewart’s Shops and water courtesy of Saratoga Spring Water. The morning will feature a handicapping seminar at 10 a.m. with Daily Racing Form, analyzing the day’s Saratoga Race Course card, including the featured Diana Stakes. Author Michael Batcheller will be on hand to sign copies of her book Forging the Triple Crown: The Early History of Horse Racing’s Signature Series, 1918-1948 (Click here for more information)
Curator's Tour: "Capturing Greatness: A Life's Passion"
Tue, Jul 21, 2026: 3:00 pm to 4:00 pmWhere: National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame, 191 Union Avenue, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
About: Join this behind-the-scenes look at the new exhibit “Capturing Greatness: A Life’s Passion” with iconic horse racing photographer and six-time Eclipse Award winner Barbara Livingston. This exhibit celebrates Livingston’s incredible photography career and her passion in preserving historic negative collections. (Click here for more information)
Equine Eyes Open House
Thu, Jul 23, 2026: 10:00 am to 12:00 pmWhere: National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame, Union Avenue, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
About: The Museum will debut a one-of-a-kind new exhibition, Equine Eyes, during an open house. Equine Eyes is an interactive, research-driven exhibit designed to simulate how horses perceive the world. The exhibit is rooted in extensive research by Dr. Alan Hook of Ulster University and aims to foster empathy, safety awareness, and interspecies connection. The exhibition is funded in part through the support of a grant from the Thoroughbred Education Research Foundation (Click here for more information)
Saturday Morning Social
Sat, Jul 25, 2026: 9:00 am to 11:00 am
Where: National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame, 191 Union Avenue, Saratoga Springs, NY, 12866
About: The Museum will offer free admission and there will be complimentary coffee and doughnuts courtesy of Stewart’s Shops and water courtesy of Saratoga Spring Water. The morning will feature a handicapping seminar at 10 a.m. with Daily Racing Form, analyzing the day’s Saratoga Race Course card, including the featured Coaching Club American Oaks. Authors Brien Bouyea and Michael Veitch will be on hand to sign copies of their book The Travers: Saratoga’s Midsummer Derby (Click here for more information)
Racing and Rosé Fashion Show with Miss Scarlett Boutique
Sat, Aug 1, 2026: 10:30 am to 12:30 pmWhere: National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame, 191 Union Avenue, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
About: Join us for a vibrant fashion show and brunch at the Museum, showcasing racing-inspired style curated by Jennifer Marcellus of Miss Scarlett Boutique, including her original designs. (Click here for more information)
Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony
Fri, Aug 7, 2026: 10:30 am to 12:00 pmWhere: Fasig-Tipton Sales Pavilion, 153 George Street, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
About: The National Museum of Racing inducts the 2026 Hall of Fame class. The ceremony is open to the public and free to attend. (Click here for more information)
50th Annual Museum Ball
Fri, Aug 7, 2026: 7:00 pm to 11:00 pmWhere: National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame, 191 Union Avenue, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
About: This year marks the 50th anniversary of the National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame’s Museum Ball. Mark your calendar for Friday, Aug. 7. The theme for this classic black-tie event is Black and White. In honor of the 50th anniversary we are excited to announce we will host an after party in the Hall of Fame! Celebrate the racing season and support the Museum and Hall of Fame at this signature Saratoga summer event. (Click here for more information)
Racing Partnership and Syndicate Meet and Greet, presented by Mazzone Hospitality
Sat, Aug 15, 2026: 9:00 am to 11:00 amWhere: 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)
Casino Night at the Museum
Mon, Aug 17, 2026: 6:00 pm to 9:30 pmWhere: National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame, 191 Union Avenue, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
About: Join us for a night of high stakes and heart! Casino Night at the National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame benefits both the Museum and the Permanently Disabled Jockeys Fund. Your bets will go a long way in supporting the legacy of horse racing and those who’ve given so much to the sport. (Click here for more information)
Curator's Tour: "A Discerning Eye — The Art of Sir Alfred Munnings"
Tue, Aug 18, 2026: 11:00 am to 12:00 pmWhere: 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)
Travers Eve Wine and Cheese, presented by Mazzone Hospitality
Fri, Aug 28, 2026: 6:00 pm to 7:30 pmWhere: 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)
"In the minds and hearts of the people" — The American Revolution and independence
Wed, Oct 7, 2026: 5:30 pm to 6:30 pmWhere: 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)