DEL MAR – Del Mar racetrack kicks off another summer of racing and trackside traditions on Friday, July 18. Del Mar’s 86th summer racing season runs through Sunday, Sept. 7. Check out the seaside oval’s lineup of events for its first two weeks.
Opening Day
Returning to its traditional Friday debut, this iconic event on July 18 stands out as one of Southern California’s most celebrated summer gatherings. Guests can show off their style in the fan-favorite Opening Day Hat Contest and keep the festivities going at The Party presented by Pacifico — a lively trackside celebration featuring world-class DJs, craft beer and cocktail bars, photo booths, and more.
Beer Fest
The Del Mar Beer Festival will take place on Saturday, July 19, from 1 to 5 p.m. This 21-plus ticketed event will have samples from more than 50 local and regional beers, ciders, and seltzers while trackside. General admission tickets include track entry, a racing program and tipsheet, and five beer tasters. Tickets start at $40.
Taste of the Turf Club
Every Sunday starting July 20, Del Mar celebrates the 10th anniversary of Taste of the Turf Club with a refreshed menu curated by chef Bryn McArthur of Amaya at Fairmont Grand Del Mar. This brunch includes steak frites and smoked salmon bagels, Sunday spritz and surfside screwdrivers, a reserved Turf Club table, and general parking. Tickets are $150 per person, and tables seat four. Dress code applies.
Savory Sundays
Every Sunday starting July 20, Del Mar will hold Savory Sundays, bringing a rotating lineup of local restaurants popping up in the track’s Plaza de Mexico. From BBQ and pizza to coastal California cuisine, each week spotlights a different San Diego favorite. With shaded seating and TVs in the Plaza de Mexico, fans will be able to watch racing while sampling the food. The first two restaurants taking over the Plaza de Mexico are Brandt Beef (July 20) and Pizza Port (July 27).
Free & Easy Thursdays
Every Thursday starting July 24, Diamond Club members can enjoy free admission, seats, and 50 percent off Michelob Ultra, soda, and Brandt Beef hot dogs.
Turf Club Fridays
Every Friday starting July 25, guests can visit the Turf Club for happy hour, which features premium cocktails, chef-curated bites, and trackside views. Tickets are $125 per person and include Turf Club admission, a reserved table seat, two appetizers, two drink tickets, and chips and guacamole for the table. Dress code applies.
First post daily is 2 p.m. until Aug. 30, when first post moves to 1:30 p.m. First post on Fridays is at 4 p.m. (exceptions on Aug. 15, Aug. 22, Aug. 29, and Sept. 5, when the first post shifts to 3 p.m.). For more information, call 858-755-1141 or visit dmtc.com. Del Mar is also on Instagram at @delmarracing.
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