General Information
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There are three different general phone numbers for the New York Racing Association that correspond to race meetings at the three different racetracks operated by The NYRA. Belmont Park (Sept. 5 to Oct. 26, 2008): 516-488-6000 Aqueduct (Oct. 29 to May 2009 ): 718-641-4700 Saratoga (July 23 to Sept. 1, 2008): 518-584-6200 Email Links: Admissions Customer Service Group Sales NYRA Photography Parking Press Office Security Simulcasting Technical Issues All Other |
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| BELMONT PARK | |
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Belmont Park is a 430-acre racetrack in Elmont, N.Y. There are two race meetings at Belmont Park in 2009: the 64-day Spring/Summer meeting will be from April 29 to July 26; and the 33-day Fall Championship meeting will be from Sept. 11 to Oct. 25. Belmont Park is the home of the 141st Running of the Belmont Stakes on Saturday June 6, 2009.
BELMONT PARK 2009 SPRING/SUMMER MEET BELMONT PARK 2009 FALL CHAMPIONSHIP MEET 33 days, September 11 – October 25 Dark Mondays and Tuesdays except: Open: Monday, October 12 Dark: Wednesday, October 14 Post time: 1 p.m. daily |
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Last Turn to Finish on Main Track: 1,097 feet Widener Turf Course: 1 5/16 Miles Inner Turf Course: 1 3/16 Miles Attendance Capacity: 85,000 - 90,000 Parking Capacity: 18,500 Cars Trackside Dining: 2,300 Total Seating Capacity: 32,941 |
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Parking Gates Open: 10:45 a.m. daily General Parking: $2 Preferred Parking: $4 Valet Parking: $6; No valet parking on Belmont Stakes Day Handicapped parking is available near the Clubhouse and Grandstand. Courtesy Shuttle Bus service is available from all general parking areas. Contact us about Parking |
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Grandstand Admission: $2; Grandstand admission on Twilight Racing Fridays is free until 1 p.m., when regular price applies. Clubhouse Admission: $5; Clubhouse admission on Twilight Racing Fridays is $3 until 1 p.m., when regular price applies. Children under 12 are free when accompanied with an adult. Contact Admissions |
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Elegant attire has long been a tradition at Belmont Park. Ladies and Gentlemen who honor this tradition are always appreciated. Box Seats Gentlemen: Suits or sports jackets (tie optional). Ladies: Dresses, skirts or slack outfits. Absolutely no shorts or jeans. Garden Terrace Dress Code Elegant attire has long been a tradition at Belmont Park. Ladies and Gentlemen who honor this tradition are always appreciated. Elegant attire is recommended: Gentlemen should wear suits or sports jackets. Ladies should wear dresses, skirts or pant suits. Business casual is acceptable attire: Gentlemen are required to wear collared shirts. Suits or sports jackets are optional. No shorts or abbreviated wear permitted. Management reserves the right to use its discretion to determine acceptable attire. Management reserves the right to use its discretion to determine acceptable attire. Clubhouse Proper attire at discretion of management. No abbreviated attire. Gentlemen may not wear tank tops. |
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Fans may bring coolers into the backyard of the grandstand at Belmont Park. Coolers will not be allowed in any other area at the track. Glass containers are not allowed anywhere in the park. As in the past, fans can bring in coolers containing cans or plastic bottles. All coolers will be subject to search by NYRA security. No coolers of any kind will be permitted in the buildings, including all seating areas, or on the apron of the track. Fans with coolers should enter the track at either the paddock or west end admission gates. Coolers will not be allowed through the clubhouse gate. NOTE: On Belmont Stakes Day, Saturday, June 6, 2009, no alcoholic beverages of any kind will be permitted to be brought into the facility. The restriction regarding alcohol has been enacted in the interest of patron safety and in an attempt to make sure that people drink responsibly. |
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Belmont Park In 30 replays races and shows results and payoffs for each New York raceday. Thoroughbred Weekly includes timely features and races of the week; it is broadcast on nonracedays during the month. Broadcast Schedule |
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Physical Address: Belmont Park 2150 Hempstead Turnpike Elmont NY 11003 Mailing Address: New York Racing Association PO Box 90 Jamaica NY 11417 |
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The Long Island Convention and Visitors Bureau can be an invaluable resource. Call them at (631) 951-3900 or (877) FUNONLI. Or go online to licvb.com. Garden City Hotel 45 Seventh Street Garden City, N.Y. (516) 747-3000 Amenities: Pool, spa, salon, restaurants, lounge, 24-hour room service and night club. Floral Park Motel 30 Jericho Turnpike Floral Park, N.Y. (516) 775-7777 Amenities: Continental Breakfast, free newspaper and parking. Inn at Great Neck 30 Cutter Mill Road Great Neck, N.Y. (516) 773-2000 Amenities: All rooms have minibars, television with VCR, CD players, 24-hour room service and two blocks from Long Island Railroad train to Manhattan. Marriott Hotel 101 James Doolittle Ave. Uniondale, N.Y. (516) 794-3800 Amenities: Pool, spa, restaurant and lounge. Roslyn Claremont Hotel 1221 Old Northern Blvd. Roslyn, N.Y. (516) 625-2700 Amenities: European style luxury accommodations, fitness club, restaurant and lounge. La Quinta Inn & Suites 821 Stewart Ave. Garden City, N.Y. (516) 705-9000 Amenities: 24-hour business center, fitness center and whirlpool and complimentary continental breakfast. Holiday Inn of Westbury 369 Old Country Road Carle Place, NY 11514 (516) 997-5000 Amenities: Complimentary Continental Breakfast, free newspaper and parking, pool, restaurant, lounge, business center, fitness center, walking distance to train station. |
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Enjoy a leisurely trackside breakfast while watching the horses breeze through their morning workouts as Mary Ryan announces the action on the track. Then take a free 20-minute guided tram tour through the barn area (weather permitting). Participate in a Starting Gate demonstration. Finally a Paddock Show will teach you about a typical day in the life of a Thoroughbred. Offered weekends up through October 1st, from 7 to 9:30 a.m. Low-cost breakfast fare is available. Weekday accommodations are available for groups.
Time: 7 to 9:30 a.m. Tram Tour: First tram is at 9 a.m. . Belmont Park is cleared at the conclusion of the Breakfast at Belmont Program. Patrons who wish to attend the afternoon's races are charged admission upon re-entering when the gates open at 11 a.m. |
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| CASHING MUTUEL TICKETS BY MAIL | |
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Winning pari-mutuel tickets from all races conducted in 2008 at Aqueduct, Belmont, Saratoga or any simulcast track NYRA offers wagering on must be cashed on or before March 31, 2009. They can be cashed on any race day at Belmont through October 26, and at Aqueduct from October 29, 2008 through March 31, 2009. You cannot cash winning NYRA mutuel tickets at any OTB. Winning NYRA mutuel tickets may also be sent by certified or registered mail to the following address and must be received by NYRA no later than March 31, 2009. New York Racing Association Aqueduct Racetrack It is advised that you keep copies for your records. For winnings that exceed 300-1 odds - more than $600 - the Internal Revenue Service requires that a W2-G Tax Form is completed. This form requires two proofs of identity: 1, Copy of Drivers License or State issued photo ID; and 2, Copy of Social Security Card or a card that establishes your identity and includes your social security number. All winnings subject to reporting and/or withholding as described in IRS form W2G will be administered in accordance with applicable IRS code. |
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| Effective January 1, 2009, pari-mutuel tickets not cashed within 10 days of purchase that have a value of $300 or more must be redeemed at IRS-designated mutuel windows. The patron needs to provide a name, home address, date of birth and social security number. This requirement is part of a new rule that was opposed by The New York Racing Association, but still implemented by the New York State Racing & Wagering Board. Please note that unless the payout on the ticket is 300-1 or higher and in excess of $600, the patron’s information will not be reported to the IRS. The same requirements apply for tickets cashed by mail that meet these parameters. |
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