Opening Day

When: Friday, July 18, 2025 @ Gates Open 11:30 AM
Type: Event
This Event has SOLD OUT
 

There's race day... and then there's Opening Day. Don your fascinators, grab your best suit and join us for Opening Day at Del Mar on Friday, July 18th. This day is not only about big bets and fast horses, but celebrating the season in style.

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Del Mar Banner
Friday, July 18
 Parking Open 10:00 AM
 Gates Open 11:30 AM
 First Race 2:00 PM
 Hats Contest Entries Close 3:00 PM
 Hats Contest Winners Announced After 6th Race
 Caesars Sportsbook Oceanside Stakes Race 8 | 5:30 PM Post
 Last Race Race 10 | 6:30 PM Post

 

 

Hats Contest

Friday, July 18, 2025
Presented by

Create a hat worthy of Opening Day fame!

Official After Pony Party

Friday, July 18, 2025
Presented by

Keep the party going at the Official Opening Day After Pony Party hosted by Rancho Valencia Resort.

Official Opening Day Pre-Party

Friday, July 18, 2025
Presented by

Party before first post at the official pre-party of Opening Day hosted by Rare Society.

The Party

Friday, July 18, 2025
Presented by Pacifico

Thrill seekers wanted for a day of style, sun, live music and racing action.

Celebrity Grill

Friday, July 18, 2025

Do Opening Day in style at a Private Party overlooking the paddock.

Champions' Terrace

Friday, July 18, 2025

Parlay all day in the Champions' Terrace this Opening Day overlooking the Paddock at Del Mar.

The Grand

Friday, July 18, 2025
Presented by

Enter the Turf Club's inner circle on Opening Day.

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