Wine Country Racing

at the sonoma county fair

Wine Country Horse Racing

Join us for Wine Country Horse Racing at the Sonoma County Fair! Bring the whole family and enjoy the excitement of horse racing. Watch the horses race, place your bets, and enjoy local wine. Whether you're a racing fan or new to the sport, it's a fun day for everyone. Don't miss these exciting events!

2024 Racing Schedule:

Week 1: August 2 - 4
Week 2: August 9 - 11
Week 3: August 16 - 18 - Back by popular demand!

Friday First Post Time - 2:15 p.m.
Saturday & Sunday First Post Time - 1:45 p.m.

NO RACING MONDAY thru THURSDAY

Advance Tickets available now!
2024 WINE COUNTRY RACING TICKETS
  • Grandstand Seat Advance - $3.00 ($5.00 day of the race)
  • Preferred Grandstand Seat in Advance - $5.00 ($7.00 day of the race)
  • Single Box Seat in Advance - $7.00 ($10.00 day of the race)
  • Finish Line Table Seat Advance - $10.00 ($15.00 day of the race)
  • Trackside Seating Advance - $15.00 ($17.00 day of the race)

Hat Day at the Races

SATURDAY, AUGUST 10 AT 12:30 PM 

Wine Country Hat Day at the Races features a grandstand full of people wearing big, bold and beautiful hats, all for a worthy cause. All proceeds benefit the Sonoma County Fair Scholarship Fund.

Tickets are $100 per person. Reserved tables for 8 are available for $720. Tickets include a seat at the races, entry to the hat competition, wine, lunch and a no-host bar.

Prices do not include Fair admission. Please Note: Event Ticket required in addition to Fair Admission. (ALL persons 2 and older require a ticket for these events in addition to Fair admission. Children 6 and under are admitted to the Fair free every day.)

Proud Sponsors of Wine Country Racing

RACING SEMINARS

HEAR WHAT THE PROS HAVE TO SAY

New to horse racing? An old hand at the track but you want to find out what the pros are thinking? Check out our free daily racing seminars! Join our impressive line-up of guest presenters who will share their tips, experience and insights - giving you the "inside track" for boosting your wins! For newbies and veterans.
 Come to Shade Park at 12:15 on Saturday & Sunday and 12:30 on Fridays to learn how you can win, place, and show at the track! This is your chance to learn more about racing and betting to increase your chance of winning!

Proud Sponsor of Racing Seminars