Fair Hill Turf Showcase | Maryland Jockey Club

Laurel Park @ Fair Hill Cancelled Sunday, May 24.
Steeplechase Racing on Monday at Fair Hill will take place.

Due to heavy, sustained precipitation, Sunday’s flat meet at Fair Hill, part of the two-day “Fair Hill Turf Showcase” over Memorial Day weekend, has been canceled.

After several days of rain in the region, racing officials and horsemen scrutinized the turf course on Saturday morning and, out of an abundance of caution, decided to abandon the event. Tickets purchased for Sunday will be refunded.

Steeplechase Racing on Monday Racing at Fair Hill will take place. The first post time on Monday is 1 pm ET. The public gates open at 10:30 am.

Live racing will resume on Memorial Day Monday with a nine-race card featuring steeplechase and timber racing, as well as a 2-mile flat race restricted to horses that have competed over jumps.

If you have any questions regarding refunds, please email promotions@marylandracing.com.

POLICIES, FAQS & EXPECTED BEHAVIOR

FIRST RACE 1:00 PM | GATES OPEN 10:30 AM

Tailgating Access & Vehicles

A valid Tailgating Parking Ticket is required for vehicle entry
No additional vehicles may enter the tailgating area to drop off/pick-up people or items - all other tailgating guest vehicles must be parked in General Admission parking.

Tickets & Entry

Tailgating packages includes admission for a total of five (5) individuals - (1) driver + (4) guests
Additional General Admission tickets can be purchased in advance or on-site
All guests must have a valid ticket for entry to the tailgating area (as well as the rest of the venue).

Arrival & Departure

Move-in window: 10:30AM - 12PM
Vehicles must be in place no later than 12PM, no exceptions
No tailgating vehicles will be permitted to do any major break-down of their tailgate set-up or leave their tailgate spot in their vehicle until the race day has concluded and all horses have left the track. All vehicles must remain parked for the duration of the race day after the 12PM cut-off. There are no exceptions to this unless for emergency scenarios as deemed and at the discretion of the Event Organizers and Health & Safety Officials.

What You Can Bring

Food and beverage (no glass bottles or containers) - all coolers will be subject to check upon arrival
Games and activities that can be contained within your tailgate space
Quiet electric generators
Personal umbrellas

What You Cannot Bring

Personal tents, pop-up coverings
Glass containers
Grills or any type of open flames
Drones, noisemakers, or loud music
Games and activities that extend beyond your designated space
NO DOGS ALLOWED

Safety Guidelines

No spectators are permitted on the track for any reason
Follow all posted signage
Cross the horse paths only at designated crossing points and at the signal of Event Safety Officials
Follow all instructions from Event Organizers and Health & Safety Officials

Children & Pets

Children are welcome with supervision (General Admission is free for children 14 and under when attending with a paid adult)
NO DOGS ALLOWED

On-Site Amenities

Portable restrooms will be available throughout the venue, including the tailgating area
Tailgate volunteers will provide tailgaters with bags for trash waste
Event staff and volunteers will be available to assist throughout the day
Remote wagering will be available near the tailgating area