OPENING DAY Wed., Nov. 1 Racing returns to Del Mar on Nov. 1 ENJOY COOL CONCERTS Saturday concerts 11/18 with Iration and 11/25 with The Offspring BEER FEST & WING FEAST Sat., Nov. 25 WING Feast /delmarraces @delmarracing @delmarracing @delmarracing NEWS OF THE DEL MAR THOROUGHBRED CLUB * NOV 2017 * VOL 4 NO 1 TURF TIMES DEL MAR GENERAL INFORMATION Post times, wagering and ticket information are not applicable during Breeders Cup, Nov. 3 & Nov. 4 RACING SEASON: Nov. 1 Nov. 26 including Breeders Cup FIRST RACE: 12:30 p.m. every day except Thanksgiving Day, Thurs., Nov. 23 at 11 a.m. No racing Thurs., Nov. 9 EARLY BIRD WAGERING: 9 a.m. 10 a.m. each racing day (on track only) ADMISSION: $6.00 $3.00 Diamond Club members Free for kids 17 & under (with parent or guardian) Free for active military (every day) RESERVED SEATS: $4.00 Thurs. and Fri. $8.00 Sat. $6.00 Sun. and Opening Day, Nov. 1 ADVANCE SEAT SALES/RESTAURANT RESERVATIONS: (858) 792-4242 TELEPHONE NUMBER: (858) 755-1141 GENERAL INFORMATION: (858) 793-5533 WEBSITE: delmarracing.com MOBILE APP: Del Mar Mobile App available on itunes and Google Play The Breeders Cup is Just the Beginning OPENING DAY - WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 1 This year, the Bing Crosby Season at Del Mar is taking a truly historic turn. For the first time ever, the Breeders Cup will be run where the turf meets the surf. And on Opening Day, Wednesday, November 1, you can be a part of the most exciting racing week of the year. Kick-off your Opening Day festivities by taking part in the Hollywood Fashion Contest for a chance to win over $3,500 in prizes. Categories include Most Glamorous, Best Dressed Couple or Debonair Man, and Best Celebrity Look-Alike or Famous Character. Everyone who enters will receive two free admission passes to be used during the Bing Crosby Racing Season. After the competition, get ready for a full day s worth of incredible racing and Hollywood glamour. Gates open at 11 a.m., first post at 12:30 p.m. THE BREEDERS CUP NOVEMBER 3 & 4 4 Breeders Cup races Friday featuring the Longines Distaff, 10 total races 9 Breeders Cup races Saturday featuring the Classic with Gun Runner and Arrogate, 12 total races POST TIMES: Fri. 11:25 a.m., Sat. 10:10 a.m. GATE TIMES: Fri. 9:00 a.m., Sat. 8:10 a.m. Very limited tickets still available, for ticket information, call 1-877-849-4287 You re invited to our Breeders Cup breakfast 10/29 11/2: dmtc.com/calendar/detail/bcbreakfast Parking is sold out transportation options include: park-n-ride, uber, taxi, train For options, visit breederscup.com/plan-your-visit/how-get-here/parking-transportation For complete info: www.breederscup.com WIN TICKETS! On Thursday, November 2 meet Breeders Cup jockeys and trainers. Plus you can enter for a chance to win one of three pairs of Trackside Chalet Lower Level ticket packages for the Breeders Cup World Championships valued at $2,300, each! Get details at dmtc.com/calendar/detail/sneakpeek
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 11 FOODIES, THIS IS THE EVENT YOU VE BEEN WAITING FOR! SUN, NOV 19 On Saturday, November 11, bring a healthy appetite to the track and treat yourself to an impressive selection of gourmet options at the Fall Food Truck Festival. You ll be amazed by the incredible cuisine, as the best chefs on wheels from across Southern California put their skills to the test. Entry to the Food Truck Festival is free with paid track admission and open to all ages. SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 18 Bring a new unwrapped toy to the Stretch Run admission gates and help put a smile on a child s face this Holiday season. In addition to doing some good, you ll be rewarded with free admission to the track. Del Mar is also welcoming all riders to join El Cajon Harley and other participating chapters in the Del Mar Ride along the coast. A $10 donation and a new unwrapped toy provides you with motorcycle parking and track admission, as well as exclusive access to the Red Star Café and trackside seating. For more information, visit elcajonhog.com or call (619) 444-1123. FEATURING FREE ADMISSION with college ID Live DJs in the Red Bull College Area overlooking the paddock at Red Star Café Cornhole, giant jenga and more games College football Discounted food & beverage specials Jockey photo opportunity Saturday, November 18 is the return of Reggae Fest at Del Mar, featuring the positive vibes of Iration. The concert is free for ages 18 and up with paid admission.
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 25 Come out and play at a free concert featuring rock legends, The Offspring. Concert is ages 18 and up. Pre-paid tickets, complimentary tickets and season passes will not be accepted for admission after the last race. A FEST, A FEAST & A CONCERT On Saturday, November 25, get a taste of the good life during Beer Fest at Del Mar. We ll have over 100 local and international beers to choose from, plus hard to find craft beers, seasonal ales, cider, wine and craft cocktails guaranteed to please even the pickiest palate. Saturday is also Wing Feast, featuring 15 flavors of hot wings for only $1 a wing. And to top it all off, that night features a FREE concert from rock legends, The Offspring. Entry is free with track admission. WING Feast
BING CROSBY SEASON HIGHLIGHTS Wednesday, November 1 Sunday, November 26 Wed., Nov. 1 Thur., Nov. 2 Fri., Nov. 3 Sat., Nov. 4 Sun., Nov. 5 Sat., Nov. 11 Sun., Nov. 12 Thur., Nov. 16 Sat., Nov. 18 Sun., Nov. 19 Thur., Nov. 23 Fri., Nov. 24 Sat., Nov. 25 Sun., Nov. 26 OPENING DAY HOLLYWOOD FASHION CONTEST $75,000 LET IT RIDE STAKES BREEDERS CUP SWEEPSTAKES & SNEAK PEEK $75,000 LURE STAKES All Seniors Free BREEDERS CUP WORLD CHAMPIONSHIPS $200,000 DAMASCUS STAKES $200,000 GOLDEN STATE JUVENILE FILLIES STAKES $150,000 SENATOR KEN MADDY STAKES (GR III) $200,000 THE MARATHON STAKES (GR II) BREEDERS CUP WORLD CHAMPIONSHIPS $200,000 GOLDIKOVA STAKES (GR II) $200,000 GOLDEN STATE JUVENILE STAKES $200,000 QATAR JUVENILE TURF SPRINT $75,000 FAST PARADE STAKES FALL FOOD TRUCK FESTIVAL VETERAN S DAY Daybreak at Del Mar 8 a.m. 10 a.m. $100,000 BOB HOPE STAKES (GR III) $100,000 BETTY GRABLE STAKES All Seniors Free REGGAE FEST WITH IRATION COLLEGE DAY AT THE RACES Daybreak at Del Mar 8 a.m. 10 a.m. $100,000 DESI ARNAZ STAKES TOYS FOR TOTS DRIVE $100,000 CARY GRANT STAKES THANKSGIVING 11 a.m. Post Time FAMILY MILE FUN RUN 8 a.m. All Seniors Free $100,000 RED CARPET STAKES (GR III) $200,000 HOLLYWOOD TURF CUP (GR II) THE OFFSPRING BEER FEST & WING FEAST Daybreak at Del Mar 8 a.m. 10 a.m. $100,000 JIMMY DURANTE STAKES (GR III) $300,000 HOLLYWOOD DERBY (GR I) $100,000 NATIVE DIVER STAKES (GR III) CLOSING DAY SAN DIEGO FOOD BANK DAY $100,000 CECIL B. DEMILLE STAKES (GR III $200,000 SEABISCUIT HANDICAP (GR II) $300,000 MATRIARCH STAKES (GR I) Del Mar Thoroughbred Club P.O. Box 700, Del Mar, CA 92014-0700 (858) 755-1141 delmarracing.com FALL TURF CLUB SPECIAL HAVE YOU EVER WANTED TO SIT IN BING S LEGENDARY TURF CLUB? $120 includes 4 Turf Club Admissions 4 Programs 1 Turf Club Table Call Ticket Office (858) 792-4242 or go to DMTC.com. Limited availability, dress code applies LEARN TO BET & WIN! NEWCOMERS SEMINAR If you re new to racing, we re here to help. One hour before first post every day in the Plaza de Mexico, we ll give you all the information you need to know. Learn how to read a program, place a bet and manage your money. Between the expert racing picks and tips and your beginner s luck, you ll be rocking the races like Mr. Crosby himself. Weekend Handicapping SEMINARS Every Saturday and Sunday, top handicappers and members of the media analyze all the day s races. The seminars are held at the Seaside Terrace area on the west end of the Grandstand. Times: Saturdays and Sundays 11:30 a.m. Although every effort is made to ensure the accuracy of the information contained herein, the Del Mar Thoroughbred Club accepts no liability to anyone for errors.
SET THE SCENE ON SOCIAL Follow us on Twitter, Instagram and Snapchat @delmarracing and like us on Facebook.com/ DelMarRaces to stay up to date on insider tips, exclusive content and a chance to score VIP access. Capture your Del Mar moment by tagging it with #BingSeason and #DelMarScene. GET HALF-PRICE ADMISSION EVERY DAY JOIN THE DIAMOND CLUB SIGN UP ON DMTC.COM AND THROUGH THE MOBILE APP The Diamond Club is a race fan s best friend. As a member, you ll receive half-price admission every time you come to the Del Mar races. You ll also enjoy member-only giveaways, special offers and many other cool benefits. Join the fun and sign up today for FREE at Diamond Club booths throughout the track or through Del Mar Mobile, available on itunes and Google Play. DEL MAR ADMISSION Regular Price $ 6.00 Diamond Club Member Price $ 3.00 EVERY THURSDAY IS SENIORS DAY FREE ADMISSION AND SEAT Every Thursday, except Nov. 9, all Seniors 62 and over are treated like Hollywood hotshots. Valid ID holders receive FREE Stretch Run admission, a FREE program and a FREE seat when presented at the designated Stretch Run Admission Gates. EVERY SUNDAY IN NOVEMBER IS A FREE & FUN SUNDAY Offer good for Diamond Club members only. Sign up for FREE at special Diamond Club booths throughout the track or through Del Mar Mobile app, available on itunes and Google Play. FREE Admission FREE Seat FREE Program HALF-PRICE Signature Cocktails FOOD & BEER SPECIALS SATURDAYS ONLY (ALL $11) 17 Hands 2 Tacos & Beer (Coors Light draft) Paddock Tavern 2 sliders & 12 oz off the tap (any draft) Jockey Box Crisp Onion Petals or Sidewinder Fries & 12 oz off the tap (any draft) Pizza / Beer Cheese Pizza and domestic draft (Coors Light); available at walk-up locations (no restaurants) that sell pizza $30 for $20 BUY A $30 FOOD & BEVERAGE VOUCHER FOR ONLY $20. GOOD ANY DAY FOR ALL DIAMOND CLUB MEMBERS STARTING WITH YOUR SECOND VISIT THIS FALL. (EXCLUDES 11/3 & 11/4) *Must scan Diamond Club card at admission gates.
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 23 THANKSGIVING DAY EVENTS TURF CLUB SPECIAL This Thanksgiving, experience a day of live racing, libations and fine dining from the exclusive Turf Club at Del Mar. Tables are limited, but the $100 per person dining package includes Turf Club admission, a table for the day, a three-course brunch or dinner and bottomless Mimosas, Del Marys or champagne. Special Early Post Time is at 11 a.m. Purchase tickets through the Ticket Office (858) 792-4242. FAMILY MILE FUN RUN STARTS AT 8 A.M. Kick-off Thanksgiving with Del Mar s Family Fun Run. Trot a mile on-track with Del Mar jockey participants. Your day will be jam-packed with fun surprises and plenty of kid-friendly activities before and after the race. Every runner is encouraged to come in costume and be a part of our costume contest! After the run, the Helen Woodward Animal Center will host an adorable Puppy Race, and the next day, all of the racers will be available for adoption. Proceeds from the Fun Run will benefit the Helen Woodward Animal Center and their equestrian therapy program for children and adults with special needs. Sign up at DelMarFunRun.com. EVERY SUNDAY Every Sunday this fall, experience our exclusive Turf Club Champagne Lunch featuring a special menu prepared by Chef Brian Malarkey. This is truly an experience that can t be missed as one of San Diego s most celebrated chefs brings his talents trackside every Sunday. For only $100, you ll gain admission and a table in the private Turf Club where Malarkey s custom menu will include a choice of appetizer, entree, and dessert. Top it off with bottomless mimosas, Chandon, or bloody marys all included in the $100 price. (Turf Club dress code applies.)
GET THE LATEST AT CALRACING.COM Check out calracing.com and get free California race replays by horse, track or date with both head-on and pan views. Also check for entries, results, condition books and workouts for tracks across the state. Plus, see workouts and stakes races. With just one click you ll have access to the latest in Thoroughbred racing throughout California. PLAN YOUR HOLIDAY GROUP EVENT NOW! This fall, enjoy thrilling Thoroughbred racing with great food and drink, while hosting that special birthday, corporate outing, elegant reception or early holiday party. Plan a spectacular trackside event right now! Choose from outdoor restaurants, the famed Turf Club or book a private party room. Choose from a Turf Club luxury suite, a skyroom or a celebrity suite overlooking the exciting Stretch Run as the horses race to the finish! Call Group Sales now, at (858) 792-4234, and let us design the perfect package for an unforgettable experience your guests will remember for a lifetime. FREE admission to morning workouts and delicious breakfast served. Every Saturday from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m., enjoy breakfast behind-the-scenes. Come watch as the magnificent Thoroughbreds go through their early morning workouts. All while feasting in the Clubhouse Terrace Restaurant. ALL ABOARD THE PONY EXPRESS! $11 round trip COASTER & Admission ($17 value) Arrive in style with the $11 round trip COASTER & Admission, a $17 value. Throughout San Diego, the Pony Express is absolutely the way to get to the track. Just take your nearest train to Solana Beach Station, then hop on a free shuttle to the track. You save on parking, avoid traffic and reach the Grandstand faster than a speeding Thoroughbred. Bing once coined the words, Take a train, take a plane, take a car. And if you re headed down from LA or Orange County, you can t beat taking the Pacific SurfLiner. Enjoy the ride to Solana Beach and take the free shuttle to where the turf meets the surf. On board, you can relax, admire ocean views and enjoy a drink or a snack The $11 Pony Express includes round trip on the COASTER, BREEZE or SPRINTER plus admission. Same-day purchases at NCTD ticket vending machines and customer service centers or purchase online at GoNCTD. com/races. Valid every day of the Bing Crosby Season, November 1 through 26 except November 3 & 4. RIDE THE PACIFIC SURFLINER in the Cafe Car. With complimentary Wi-Fi, you can keep in touch and on top of the latest racing news. Be a winner and get on board and leave traffic in the dust. Be sure to make your reservations as soon as possible for Thanksgiving weekend travel, November 23-26, at amtrak.com.