Harness Racing Returns to Freehold Raceway
Freehold Raceway Reopens for Live Racing
Freehold, New Jersey's Freehold Raceway will reopen for live harness racing on Saturday, July 15, 2023. The track had been closed since 2015 due to financial difficulties.
The reopening of Freehold Raceway is a major boost for the New Jersey harness racing industry. The track is one of the state's oldest and most popular, and its return will help to revitalize the sport in New Jersey.
Freehold Raceway History
Freehold Raceway was founded in 1947 and quickly became one of the premier harness racing tracks in the United States. The track hosted some of the sport's biggest races, including the Hambletonian Stakes and the Meadowlands Pace.
However, Freehold Raceway began to struggle financially in the early 2000s. The track closed in 2015 after failing to reach an agreement with its creditors.
Freehold Raceway Reopening
In 2023, a group of investors led by Standardbred Owners Association of New Jersey purchased Freehold Raceway. The group has pledged to invest $20 million in the track and make it one of the premier harness racing destinations in the country.
The reopening of Freehold Raceway is a major development for the New Jersey harness racing industry. The track is expected to generate millions of dollars in revenue and create hundreds of jobs.
Harness Racing at Freehold Raceway
Freehold Raceway will offer live harness racing five days a week, from Wednesday through Sunday. The track will feature a variety of races, including stakes races and overnight races.
Freehold Raceway also offers a variety of dining and entertainment options. The track has a restaurant, a bar, and a grandstand that can accommodate up to 5,000 people.
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