The Saratogian

HORSE RACING: 85th season at Saratoga Harness steps off Feb. 1

Saratoga Casino Hotel announced the return of live harness racing for its 85th season, beginning Sunday, Feb. 1. The 2026 schedule at the Spa Oval will include 150 racing ...

Horses will race again at the Big Fresno Fair – with a few minor changes

The Big Fresno Fair has announced that harness racing will return to the city in December 2026, making Fresno California's ...
Troy Record

Saratoga Casino Hotel and Saratoga Harness Horseperson’s Association present Sunset Saturdays

SARATOGA SPRINGS, N.Y. — Saratoga Casino Hotel and Saratoga Harness Horseperson’s Association announced Sunset Saturdays – weekly summer events featuring live harness racing, food trucks, and ...
GV Wire

Big Fresno Fair Announces Return of Harness Racing After Century-Long Absence

Fresno is set to welcome harness racing back after a century, becoming California's premier venue for this exciting sport.

Horse racing to return to Fresno. The races will look quite different than before

“This represents a significant step forward for horse racing in Fresno,” said Christina Estrada, CEO, The Big Fresno Fair.

Local leaders comment on harness racing returning to the Big Fresno Fair

Horse racing is heading back to the Fresno Fairgrounds, but this time with a different kind of trot. The Big Fresno Fair said ...
The Business Journal

Big Fresno Fair to become California’s only harness track as operator restructures

In a significant development for Central Valley sports and entertainment, the Big Fresno Fair has announced that harness racing will return to Fresno for the first time in more than 100 years through ...