EAST RUTHERFORD,
NJ – Meadowlands
Racetrack’s Championship Meet runs through
Hambletonian Day, Saturday, August 3rd. Live racing
takes place every Friday and Saturday night with a 7:15pm post time. The
Championship Meet features over $8.5 million in stakes races as well as
event-filled weekends.
Every live race night fans can enter Horseplay. Pick
up a free horse at the promotions table and throw the horse into the car for a
chance to win $100 and an entry into the Friday, August 2nd drawing
for a brand new 2019 Toyota CHR.
Saturday, June 1st
features the 3rd annual 30 & Under Handicapping Contest and
Scholarship Night. The free handicapping contest is exclusively for fans
between the ages of 18 and 30. The contest offers a $5,000 total prize pool,
with prize payouts to the top five finishers. All contest participants
will also be treated to free hot dogs, hamburgers and other grill items plus
soft drinks and water on Victory Terrace, the popular rooftop area at the
Meadowlands. The Meadowlands will also be giving away ten $1,000 college
scholarships on Saturday. Anyone currently enrolled at a college or
university full-time may enter the drawing. These promotions are
sponsored by Jeff Gural’s Allerage Farm. Details can be found at http://playmeadowlands.com/event_detail.aspx?id=13121
The
4th Annual Battle for the Best Burger is slated for Saturday,
June 8th. The contest offers a $1,500 grand prize with $1,000 for 2nd
place and $500 for third. This free event runs from 12 noon - 10 pm. Fans are
encouraged to come out and taste some of the best local burgers from area food
trucks and restaurants including Magic Mike’s Smoked Meats, Empanada Guy,
Spanky’s Gourmet Grub, Clifton Burger Haus, Little Bite of Paradise, Jersey
Roll, 2 Guys Food Truck, The Mozzarella God, Carnival Concessions, Tropical
Juice Bar and the Outslider. Plus enjoy tasty treats from House of
Cupcakes and Clyde’s Homemade Italian Ice & Ice Cream. A full list of
vendors can be found at http://playmeadowlands.com/event_detail.aspx?id=13715
Country
comes to the Meadowlands Racetrack on Saturday, June 15th for Country
Fest with Thompson Square. This country powerhouse duo will play all their
romantically #1 hits including “Are You Gonna Kiss Me Or Not” and “If I Didn’t
Have You.” Doors for the show open at 2:30 p.m. with the Jason Wicks Band
getting the party started at 4 p.m. The headliner, Thompson Square will
electrify the crowd beginning at 6 p.m. The party continues with live
racing at 7:15 p.m. and Lauren Davidson on the stage. Tickets are just $20 in
advance or $30 at the door and can be purchased at PlayMeadowlands.com/thompsonsquare.
Saturday,
June 22nd is the return of the popular Wiener Dog Derby.
Fans watch daschunds dash down the track’s stretch in between live harness
racing. Daschunds can register at http://playmeadowlands.com/event_detail.aspx?id=17168
On
Saturday June 29th, the vino will flow at Meadowlands Racing and
Entertainment for the Summer Wine Festival. Doors open for VIP
Admission ($75) at 4:30 pm with General Admission ($35) at 5:30 pm and wine is
poured until 9:30pm. Fest-goers will experience an evening of great wines from
around the world, live-harness racing, music and food. Tickets are available at
PlayMeadowlands.com/winefest.
For
a complete list of nightly events, promotions and updated racing calendar
please visit PlayMeadowlands.com. Dining
reservations for the Pink buffet or Victory Sports Bar located in the FanDuel
Sportsbook can be made by calling 201-The-BigM (201-843-2446) or by visiting Playmeadowlands.com/dining.
Reminder,
guests must be 18+ to wager; 21+ to gamble on sports. Gambling problem?
Call 1-800-Gambler.
