Belmont Stakes

ACTIVITIES & ENTERTAINMENT

At the 2025 Belmont Stakes, the food promises to be just as fun as the race itself. Many people also like to express their fashion sense at the race, including dressing in the style of times gone by. The full slate of events will be released at a later date.

ON-SITE AMENITIES

The track's general layout map shows you where to find first-aid stations, restrooms, security, merchandising outlets, automated teller machines, and guest services staff locations. You can also find the family zone and assorted permanent locations for food and drink. The map shows you where to find security personnel if necessary.

LOCATION

Saratoga Race Course is at 267 Union Avenue, Saratoga Springs, New York, 12866. Saratoga Springs is in Adirondack Park, a unique park in the United States that covers more than 6 million acres. In fact, the Adirondack Northway was once voted the "Most Scenic Highway in the United States." There's plenty to explore in both Saratoga Springs itself and in the surrounding area.

LINEUP

Aside from the race itself on June 7, 2025, there are several other racing events that are part of the Belmont Racing Festival.

RVING AT THE EVENT

At the Saratoga Race Course, there are no RV accommodations, but there are good options nearby. The Saratoga Escape Lodges and RV Park combines luxury RV campsites and glamping cabins in one property. The RV campground has electric and water hookups but no sewer. There is a two-night minimum stay at the RV campground on weekends. The cabins sleep either two, four, or six people. The amenities include an aqua playground, a lake with swimming and paddleboats, pony rides, full restrooms, hot showers, an on-site convenience store, and more.

Whispering Pines Campsites and RV Park is another local option. All 112 campsites have full hookups and include cable television and landline telephone service. If you fish, then you can chase trout in the state-stocked trout stream. There are multiple full restrooms, hot showers, a pool, and on-site laundry facilities.

The closest RV dump station to the Saratoga Race Course is at Moreau Lake State Park, which is 15 miles away up the Adirondack Northway.

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WHERE TO STAY

Just in case you'd prefer not to camp in Saratoga Springs, you can choose to stay at The Inn at Saratoga. The inn has quite a rich history, and the staff will be able to tell you all about it. The property combines bucolic charm, Victorian elegance, and modern amenities to provide you with a wonderful and captivating experience.

At the Springwater Bed and Breakfast, you can relax in luxury right next to the Saratoga Race Course. There is a restaurant and bar associated with the bed and breakfast, too, making this an outstanding place to relax and enjoy a good meal or a satisfying pint.

HOW TO GET THERE

From New York City: Take the Major Deegan Expressway north toward the Bronx. Once you reach the Bronx, the Major Deegan will become the New York State Thruway. Follow that north to Albany. There will be signs for Route 87 north of Albany, which then becomes the Adirondack Northway. Take the Northway north to Exit 14, which will take you to Saratoga Springs.

From Springfield, Massachusetts: Take Route 90, which is also called the Massachusetts Turnpike, west until you reach the interchange with Route 87 near Albany. Follow the signs for the Adirondack Northway, which is Route 87 going north. Follow that to Exit 14. That will lead you to Saratoga Springs.

From all points west: Follow the New York State Thruway east. West of Albany, the New York State Thruway is Route 90. When you get to the connection with Route 87, follow the signs for the Adirondack Northway. Go north on that to Exit 14, Saratoga Springs. Exit, and follow the signs.

PARKING

There are three classes of parking at the Saratoga Race Course: free general, preferred, and Silver Trackside. This map gives details of where you can find the different lots. A couple of the lots have a shuttle that brings you to the track's entrance gates. Check the website for updated parking information and prices as the event approaches.

TICKETS & PRICING

Tickets go on sale on February 13, 2025. General admission costs $75, but note that this price provides admission into the standing-only areas and doesn't include a seat.

WRAP UP

The Belmont Stakes has thrilled audiences since the first race in 1867. The five-day festival that surrounds the race steeps you in horse racing history and culture. You can cheer on your favorite from either the standing-only grandstand to a luxury table in the VIP section as you wish. You can read all of the latest comments about the upcoming race at the Belmont Stakes Facebook page. May your horse win!

Please note, this is not the official source of the event information. While we try to be as comprehensive as possible, some details may have changed since the time this article was written. Please confirm the final details with the official event page.

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