Sam Houston Race Park Grandstand

Sam Houston Race Park is Cashless starting 2026

Wagering will remain cash only.

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QH Festival

June 6th, 2026

Simulcast gates open early at 9:30am for belmont day | admission gates open at 11:30am

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June 6th, 2026 | Gates Open - 11:30AM 

Belmont Day | firsts quarter horse post 1:00PM | watch and wager!

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June 13, 2026

Sam Houston futurity & Derby

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SHRP

Sam Houston Race Park is Houston’s premier racing, dining and entertainment destination located 20 miles from downtown Houston.  Enjoy the thrill of live horse racing, exciting simulcasting action from around the world, family events, and concerts.

Upcoming events

Thoroughbred Meet

every friday during live racing

$4 Beer | College Night | Live Music

Gates Open at 5:00pm

Enjoy Big Beer Friday with $4 24oz beers and $2 wine from 6–9 PM, college students get free admission with a student ID or college shirt, and the night wraps up with live music!

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June 6th

2026 Belmont Stakes Day

Gates Open 11:30AM

Celebrate Belmont Stakes Day at Sam Houston Race Park with an exciting day of live racing and Triple Crown tradition. Quarter Horse racing begins at 1:00 PM, delivering thrilling on‑track action throughout the afternoon. Stay for the Belmont Stakes watch party and experience the final and legendary challenge of the Triple Crown alongside fellow racing fans in an energetic, unforgettable atmosphere. 

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Quarter Horse Meet

June 13th

Sam Houston Futurity & Derby

Gates Open 5:00PM

Experience the thrill of the Sam Houston Futurity and Derby, the exciting finale of the Quarter Horse meet at Sam Houston Race Park! Watch rising stars and proven contenders explode out of the gates in lightning-fast sprints to the finish. With nonstop adrenaline and championship energy, it’s the perfect way to send the season off in style.

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2025-LAWN MOWER RACE

June 13th

Shoppa's Lawn Mower Races & Whiskey Tasting

Gates Open 5:00PM

Get ready for an unforgettable night at Shoppa’s Lawn Mower Races & Whiskey Tasting at Sam Houston Race Park—a high‑energy celebration that brings together racing, spirits, and entertainment. Enjoy the wild fun of lawn mower races as competitors go head‑to‑head in a truly unique spectacle, then unwind with a curated whiskey tasting featuring bold, smooth flavors to sip and savor.
This special event also marks the final night of Quarter Horse racing, featuring BIG races you won’t want to miss as the season comes to an exciting close. Whether you’re here for the racing, the whiskey, or the one‑of‑a‑kind atmosphere, it’s the perfect way to end the meet in style.

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2026 Live RACING CALENDAR

Live Racing Returns January 2, 2026

Experience the Thrill of Live Horse Racing! Bring your friends and family to Sam Houston Race Park and make memories at the most exciting Horse track in Texas!

Thoroughbred Meet: Jan. 2 - April 4

Quarter Horse Meet: April 16 - Jun 13.

 
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Simulcast Watch & Wager! Gates Open Wednesday - Sunday At 10:30AM. 

Dining experiences

Winner's Circle Experience

Dine-In

Winner's Circle restaurant

Thoroughbred & Quarter Horse Meet

The Winner's Circle Experience is open for dinning every Friday, Saturday and Sunday during live race meet.  Sam Houston Race Park offers guests in the Winner's Circle a multi-tiered seating arrangement close to the action.  The restaurant has a fantastic view of the track and guests will be provided a server.  

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Jockey Club

Private Dining

Jockey Club

Member's only

Jockey Club is The Park’s private, member’s-only club with fantastic view of the park. It is the perfect dining, wagering, viewing, and elegant dining experience to accompany live racing events providing guests with a casual lunch or dinner buffet featuring tempting selections of seafood, gourmet pastas, and brunch menu items as well as rich entrees, carving stations, and gourmet dessert selections. 

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The Whole Scoop

Fast DinE-In

Concessions

Fast Dine-In

Grab a tasty meal at our concession stands! Enjoy pizza at Pizza! Pizza! Pizza!, hot dogs from RailDogs, or a spice bite at Tio's Longshot Cafe. For a sweet treat, visit The Whole Scoop, or stop by Paddock Concessions for your favorites. With six great options, we've got your hunger covered! Whether you're here for a snack or a full meal, there's something for every craving. Come explore all the flavors we have to offer!

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Park Hours

SIMULCAST HOURS: Jan - Dec

Mon-Tues: Closed | Wed: Gates Open 10:30am–10:00pm* | Thur: Gates Open 10:30am–11:00pm* | Fri-Sat: Gates Open 10:30am–11:30pm* | Sun: Gates Open 10:30am–10:00pm*


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