2026 Belmont Stakes: Fan Info & FAQ
Get verified info from frequently asked questions below about races, tickets, fan policies, and more! Note: Policies may differ from the traditional Saratoga summer meet.
2026 Belmont Stakes Info
The 2026 Belmont Stakes will be held at Saratoga Race Course to allow for the uninterrupted construction of a new and re-imagined Belmont Park. The Belmont Stakes will be contested at 1 1/4 miles rather than the traditional 1 1/2 miles due to the configuration of Saratoga’s main track.
The Belmont Stakes will return to Belmont Park in 2027.
Exact dates for the 2026 Belmont Stakes Racing Festival will be announced at a later time.
The Belmont Stakes will take place on Saturday, June 6, 2026 at the historic Saratoga Race Course. Exact post times will be announced at a later date.
Saratoga Fan Policies in 2026
Policies regarding backstretch tram tours and frontside walking tours will be announced at a later time.
Prohibited Items include, but are not limited to: air horns, weapons, confetti, fireworks, glass containers, and illegal drugs or substances.
The following items are also prohibited Thursday, Friday and Saturday:
- Coolers larger than 12" x 18"; limit one per guest
- Outside alcohol
- More than one folding chair per guest
- Pop-up tents, folding tables, or wagons
Banned items include, but are not limited to: air horns, weapons, confetti, fireworks, and illegal drugs or substances.
2026 Belmont Stakes Ticket Info
Tickets for the 2026 Belmont Stakes Racing Festival will go on sale in early 2026. Join the newsletter to be notified!
An official Post Parade program is included with every ticket purchased in a hospitality area.
Fans may sign up for The Inside Track Newsletter for special ticket alerts, updates about live racing and events, and offers from Belmont Stakes partners.
Please contact the NYRA Box Office at (844) NYRA-TIX if you are the account holder on file, so we can assist you. Please note that we cannot replace any tickets purchased from ticket outlets other than Ticketmaster or the NYRA Box Office.
No, General Admission tickets are standing-room only at Saratoga Race Course. For a guaranteed seat, you must purchase a reserved seat or a seat at a table in a hospitality area. However, there are plenty of benches around the racetrack to grab a seat briefly as needed.
No, Saratoga Season Passes are not valid for the Belmont Stakes Racing Festival.
Yes, there is ADA seating available throughout the facility. All Belmont Stakes seats are sold on a first-come, first-served basis. ADA seating is sold via Ticketmaster.com or through the NYRA Box Office. Call (844) NYRA-TIX for assistance.
The date and time of any stakes race or other track event is subject to change based on, among other things, force majeure events (including, without limitation, acts of God and other unforeseen circumstances or causes beyond reasonable control). No refunds will be permitted based on such scheduling changes.
In the event that racing is cancelled at any time prior to park opening, or is taking place at a NYRA racetrack without permitted patronage to the general public, and NYRA does not intend to reschedule such racing events, NYRA will issue ticket credits or refunds solely for all tickets/pre-paid parking purchased directly through the NYRA Box Office, or a NYRA Sales Representative, for the specific event days that are affected by such situation. In such cases, tickets purchased via third-party vendors are not eligible for a refund from NYRA and customers must directly contact the third-party vendors for assistance.
What to Wear to Saratoga
The Belmont Stakes is a rare opportunity to pull out all the stops fashion-wise. Lean into your personal style and have fun with it!
A day at the races is a uniquely interactive experience, so be prepared to spend time on your feet.
For style tips and inspiration, visit our What To Wear page.
| Backyard, Apron, Grandstand, Clubhouse | Club Terrace, The Porch, Easy Goer, The Stretch |
| Shirts and shoes required. |
Neat casual attire. No tank tops, short shorts, cut-offs, or abbreviated wear. |
| Turf Terrace | 1863 Club | Box Seats |
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Ladies: Dresses, skirts or pantsuit. Gentlemen: Collared shirts required. Suits or sports jackets are optional. Vests, polo shirts, sweaters, dress jeans, dress shorts, and slacks are appropriate. |
Ladies: Dresses, skirts or pantsuit. Gentlemen: Collared shirts required. Suits or sports jackets are optional. No jeans, shorts, rompers, or abbreviated wear permitted. |
Ladies: Dresses, skirts or pantsuit. Gentlemen: Suit or sport jacket required (tie optional). No jeans, shorts, rompers, or abbreviated wear permitted. |
Purchases at the Track
The 2026 Belmont Stakes Racing Festival will not be accepting cash for the majority of purchases, including food and beverage service, admissions, and parking. Credit cards, debit cards, mobile wallets and other mobile pay options, like Apple Pay, will be accepted for non-wagering purchases.
If you want to bet the races, you may still want to carry cash, depending on your preferred method of wagering! Learn more about your options by visiting our How To Bet page.
Belmont Stakes Gate Entry Times
Official gate open times for the 2026 Belmont Stakes Racing Festival at Saratoga Race Course will be announced at a later date.
Early morning access policies will be announced at a later date.
Backyard picnic tables at Saratoga will be available for ticketholders free of charge on a first come, first served basis for the 2026 Belmont Stakes.
No, once gates open, there is no re-entry to Saratoga Race Course on Belmont Stakes Day.
Parking at Saratoga
No, parking must be purchased separately from your ticket to Saratoga Race Course. Learn more here.
Parking will be sold on a first-come, first-served basis. To ensure a spot, purchase parking reservations online before event day.
Day-of parking is payable by credit card only.
Parking gates open one hour before admission gates each day.
No, tailgating is not permitted in the parking lots.
NYRA provides bus shuttle service from the free general parking area to Gate 3 or Gate A.
Official 2025 Grounds Map for the Belmont Stakes at Saratoga
Scroll to see the interior map, featuring many of the food & beverage options around the track. Map & vendors subject to change for the 2026 Belmont Stakes Racing Festival.
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