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March 8 - April 18 | Donate a new/gently used children's book for free general admission!

Turn The Page Book Drive benefitting books between kids

March 21st | Gates Open at 11:30AM / Post Time 1:00PM

2026 Texas Champions Day

Astronaut Run 2025

March 20, 2026 | Gates Open at 5:00PM / Post Time 6:30PM

Annual Astronaut Run

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Sam Houston Race Park Grandstand

Sam Houston Race Park is going cashless starting January 1, 2026

Wagering will remain cash only.

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TACOS AND TEQUILA FESTIVAL

Saturday, April 11, 2026

Tacos & Tequila Festival

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Gates Open at 11:30AM on Sundays

Sunday Fundays All Of March

Quarter Horse News

April 16th / Gates Open at 5PM - Post Time 6:30PM

2026 Quarter Horse Season Opener

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 | Prime Fridays | Live Music

Gates Open at 5:00pm

Enjoy Big Beer Friday with $4 24oz beers and $2 wine from 6–9 PM, indulge in a Prime Rib premium buffet in the Winner’s Circle Restaurant for $47.50 (including tax, gratuity, general admission, and a live racing program), college students get free admission with a student ID or college shirt, and the night wraps up with live music from Lost Shaker of Salt in the Pavilion Centre.

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Thoroughbred Meet — Every sunday during live racing

BRUNCH SUNDAYS

Gates Open at 11:30Am

Don’t miss Brunch Sundays at the Winner's Circle Restaurant and the excitement of live racing including three premier racing events and various promotions, special events, and food and beverage offerings all season long!

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Sunday Funday — Every Sunday During March

Sunday Fundays in March

Gates Open At 11:30AM

Enjoy live racing excitement paired with family‑friendly fun every Sunday in March! Bring the whole crew for a day packed with a petting zoo, inflatables, arts & crafts, and face painting. Relax at the picnic tables and make the most of a perfect Sunday outing. Join us for unforgettable Sunday Fundays all month long!

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Horse Racing — March 21, 2026

2026 Texas Champions Day

gates open at 11:30am

Texas Champions Day at Sam Houston Race Park brings the excitement of homegrown talent to center stage as the finest Texas-bred Thoroughbreds battle it out in a full slate of high-stakes races. Fans can expect fast-paced action, fierce rivalries, and top-level performances as these elite runners compete for championship glory in one of the marquee events of the Texas racing calendar.

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2026 Horsepower and Brews

Gates Open At 11:30AM

Horse Power and Brews at Sam Houston Race Park brings together the thrill of live racing and the excitement of a full-scale car show—all during Texas Champions Day. Explore an impressive lineup of vehicles from every era, make, and model, each competing for top awards and bragging rights. Enjoy great brews, eye‑catching rides, and spectacular Thoroughbred racing in one action‑packed day you won’t want to miss!

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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 Experience

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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