Horse Racing Alberta governs, directs, regulates and promotes harness and flat horse racing in Alber
Horse Racing Alberta will lead and enable a healthy, vibrant, and progressive racing industry to function in the province of Alberta with high integrity and self regulated responsibility. In accordance with the Racing Corporation Act, the mandated objects of the HRA are as follows;
- To govern, direct, control, regulate, manage, and promote horse racing in any or all of its forms.
- To protect the
07/14/2026
Kent Verlik, CEO of Horse Racing Alberta, and Kandice Machado, CEO of Alberta Gaming, Liquor and Cannabis (AGLC), connect at the Alberta IGaming Corporation AIGC
Market Launch Event.
While Horse Racing Alberta is not yet part of the iGaming platform, ongoing discussions with AiGC represent exciting opportunities to expand Alberta’s online gaming and racing landscape.
07/13/2026
It's another action-packed week at the track across Alberta! 🏇
With major stakes races at Century Mile and exciting Standardbred stakes at Century Downs, plus racing at Evergreen Park and The Track On 2, there's no shortage of thrills this week.
📍 Century Mile Racetrack and Casino (Edmonton)
📅 Monday, Friday & Saturday
Monday, July 13
🏆 $50,000 RK Red Smith Handicap
🏆 $75,000 Century Mile Handicap
Friday, July 17
🐎 Thoroughbred & Quarter Horse Racing
Saturday, July 18
🏆 $50,000 Sonoma Stakes
🏆 $50,000 Count Latham Handicap
🏆 $35,000 AQHRA Sales Stakes Futurity
🏆 $20,000 All Canadian Derby
📍 Century Downs Racetrack and Casino (Balzac)
🐴 Standardbred Racing
📅 Wednesday, Friday & Saturday
Saturday, July 18
🏆 $50,000 AB Diamond Final
🏆 $50,000 Marksman Final
📍 Evergreen Park (Grande Prairie)
🐎 Thoroughbred Racing
📅 Saturday & Sunday
📍 The Track on 2 - Casino, Horse Racing & Event Centre (Lacombe)
🐴 Standardbred Racing
📅 Sunday
Where will you be cheering from this week? 👇 Let us know where we'll see you at the track!
07/13/2026
Kelly Hoerdt and Phil Giesbrecht All Set For The Upcoming Driving Championship 👇👇👇
Giesbrecht, Hoerdt Represent West At The Nationals Back-to-back Western Regional Driving Champion Phil Giesbrecht and veteran reinsman Kelly Hoerdt will represent the Western Region at the 2026 National Driving Championship (NDC) later this month at Clinton Raceway.
07/13/2026
Added Race Day Today At Century Mile 👇👇👇👇
SURPRISE!
Following this weekends cancellation, we have moved our Saturday, July 11 card to TONIGHT!
Live racing begins at 6:45pm and will feature the rescheduled RK Red Smith Handicap and the $75,000 Century Mile Handicap.
Due to the short notice, menu service will be available in place of a buffet.
See you soon!
Please Be Advised the Racing Today at Century Mile is Cancelled. The Horse Racing Women’s Association Event Is Still On.
07/10/2026
Last chance to get your tickets! 🏇✨
Join us TOMORROW at Century Mile Racetrack and Casino for the Horse Racing Women’s Association x Century Mile Day at the Races — an afternoon celebrating the incredible women shaping the future of our sport.
Whether you’re already part of the industry or looking to learn more about the world of horse racing, this is your chance to connect with the community and experience the excitement firsthand.
🎟️ Don’t miss out; grab your tickets before they’re gone! https://horseracingwomen.com/calendar/day-at-the-races-at-century-mile-july-11/
07/09/2026
Meet Alexa Zepp, Strategic Partnerships, Sponsorships & Emerging Media Manager at America's Best Racing. 🐎
Alexa is presenting at Saturday’s Horse Racing Women’s Association Day At The Races event at Century Mile Racetrack and Casino, helping you understand the data behind handicapping and how to use that data to make your picks.
Limited tickets remain — secure your spot to learn from Alexa and hear from more incredible women in the industry on Saturday, July 11th at Century Mile.
🎟️ https://horseracingwomen.com/events/
The stakes are high this Saturday at Century Mile. 🏇
Get ready for an action-packed day of racing featuring the $50,000 RK Red Smith Handicap and the $75,000 Century Mile Handicap showcasing the speed, talent, and heart of Alberta thoroughbred racing.
Feel the energy, cheer on your favourites, and experience the thrill of live racing. 🏆
📍 Century Mile Racetrack and Casino
📅 Saturday, July 11
Post Time: 4:45 p.m.
We’ll see you at the races.
07/08/2026
Red Smith and Century Mile Handicap this Weekend .
The Red Smith Handicap and the Century Mile Handicap Promo (video, 2026) Current-Year Thoroughbred Rulings in Alberta
07/07/2026
The countdown is on… another exciting week of racing is here! 🔥
From the RK Red Smith Handicap at Century Mile to full cards of Thoroughbred, Quarter Horse, and Standardbred action across the province, there’s plenty to look forward to at the track.
📍 Century Mile (Edmonton)
🏇 Friday Thoroughbred & Quarter Horse Racing
🏆 Saturday Thoroughbred & Quarter Horse Racing featuring the $50,000 RK Red Smith Handicap and $75,000 Century Mile Handicap
📍 Century Downs Racetrack & Casino (Balzac)
🏇 Wednesday, Friday & Saturday Standardbred Racing
📍 Evergreen Park (Grande Prairie)
🏇 Saturday & Sunday Thoroughbred Racing
Grab your friends, pick your favourites, and experience the excitement of live racing in Alberta. 🙌
