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December 18 - June 12

2027 Tickets on sale now

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November 6th-7th

rodeo at the racetrack

Rodeo At The Racetrack Tickets

September 18th

New belmont park opens | jockey club gold cup

Simulcast At Sam Houston Race Park

TV on the paddock level

September 19th

9am open for simulcast | pennsylvania derby

Simulcast At Sam Houston Race Park

Thoroughbred Meet

December Racing is Back!

Thoroughbred racing returns on december 18th

SHRP December Opening Press Release

Sam Houston Race Park Grandstand

Sam Houston Race Park is Cashless starting 2026

Wagering will remain cash only.

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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

Belmont Park — Sep 18th - Dec 6th

Belmont Park Race Meet

Simulcast at Sam Houston Race Park

Celebrate the opening of the New Belmont Park racing season by simulcasting at Sam Houston Race Park. From September 18 to December 6, watch every race live, place your wagers, and be part of the action as one of racing's most anticipated new venues takes center stage. Don't miss a moment of the excitement!

Simulcast At Sam Houston Race Park

PENN Play — September

September PENN Play Events

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ALL SEPTEMBER

- Wednesdays: Sign up to win 3x tier points if you earn the most tier points at SHRP on Wednesdays. We will multiply your earned points by 3, with a cap of 2,000 points!

-Thursdays: Free dog program for PENN PLAY Members

SEPTEMBER 2nd-26th

- Every Wednesday-Sunday: Bring in a $25 NON-WINNING ticket to be entered into a drawing for a chance to win a Blackstone Grill!

SEPTEMBER 18th

- Greyhound Contest: Play for a chance to win a $200 Cash Voucher. Join us on Saturday, September 18 and fill out your entry form by 4PM for your chance to win. See a PENN PLAY Associate for more information.

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water fest — October 2nd-3rd

WAT3R FEST 2026 HOUSTON: Houston's Biggest Asian Electronic Music Festival

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WAT3R FEST 2026 HOUSTON will be at Sam Houston Race Park for two unforgettable days of music, culture, and energy. As Houston’s biggest Asian electronic music festival, WAT3R FEST brings together world-class DJs, immersive stage production, vibrant food vendors, and a diverse community of music lovers for an electrifying festival experience. Join fans as we celebrate the sounds, creativity, and spirit of Asian electronic music on October 2–3, 2026.

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donut dash — October 17th

SHIPLEY DONUT DASH

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The Shipley Donut Dash on Saturday, October 17 at Sam Houston Race Park is layered with jelly, topped with icing, and finished with sweet success. Featuring three race distances for all ages and abilities, it welcomes competitive runners, casual joggers, walkers, and families alike. Donut fuel awaits on the course, and every finisher is rewarded with a signature Shipley Donuts and Coffee at the finish line.

SHIPLEY DONUT DASH

October 24th

Unite Walk — Lone Star Bleeding Disorders Foundation

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By participating in the Unite Walk, you are supporting families with bleeding disorders in many ways. Funds raised support educational programs to help them manage their bleeding disorder, advocacy efforts to improve access to care, and national research initiatives. Your donation truly makes a difference!

UNITE WALK

rodeo SHRP — November 6th-7th

Rodeo At The Racetrack Benefiting Camp Hope

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For the first time ever, Rodeo at the Racetrack Benefiting Camp Hope comes to Sam Houston Race Park November 6–7! Experience two action-packed days of professional rodeo competition, live entertainment, Western vendors, great food, and family-friendly fun. This exciting inaugural event brings the spirit of the rodeo to Houston while supporting Camp Hope, an organization dedicated to helping veterans and their families heal and thrive. Don't miss your chance to be part of this unforgettable first-year tradition.

Rodeo At The Racetrack Tickets

move with madd — November 14th

2026 Move with MADD Southeast Texas Walk and 5K - Campaign

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The 2026 Move With MADD Southeast Texas is Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD)'s signature fundraising event to help us raise awareness and funds to end impaired driving for good.

NEW THIS YEAR: WE ARE ADDING A 5K! This race is being chip timed with live results! All participants wil receive an individual results page complete with your results, pace breakdown, finishier certificate and a 20 second video of you crossing the start/finish line. We hope you will join the movement to ensure safer roads in our community. Register and donate TODAY to help save more lives!

MOVE WITH MADD

2026-2027 Live RACING CALENDAR

Live Racing Returns December 18, 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: December 18, 2026 - April 3, 2027

Quarter Horse Meet: April 15, 2027 - June 12, 2027

Download Racing Schedule | SHRP 2027 Live Racing Calendar

HOUSTON'S BEST BET!

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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