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Belmont Park reopens after $555 million renovation on September 17

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 17, 2026, 1:30 AM

Last updated Sep 17, 2026

Belmont Park reopens after $555 million renovation on September 17

Summary

Belmont Park in Elmont, N.Y., officially reopens on September 17 following a three-year renovation. The $555 million project replaces the original grandstand, enhancing the venue with modern amenities, including 31 suites and a large infield video screen. The first race is set for 1:30 p.m. with a total of nine races throughout the day. The Jockey Gold Cup, a key race for older horses, will take place at 4:14 p.m. Tickets for opening day are sold out, although availability remains for future dates.

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•Belmont Park's grandstand was replaced with a smaller, modern facility.
•The first race post-renovation starts at 1:30 p.m. on September 17.
•The Jockey Gold Cup is scheduled for 4:14 p.m. on the opening day.
•Ticket sales are sold out for Friday, with options for Saturday and Sunday.

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1:30 AMYahoo Sports — Belmont Park to reopen after 3-year revamp: what to know

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ELMONT, N.Y. (PIX11) — After a three-year hiatus, horse racing is making a return to Belmont Park. The thoroughbred racetrack will reopen its doors on Friday after a $555 million reconstruction project was completed. Gone is the old grandstand, first built in 1905 with a capacity of 100,000 people; in its place is a significantly […]
— Yahoo Sports

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