Pennsylvania Horse Racing Association

09/17/2026

Tomorrow’s the day! 🏇 The Masters Stakes takes over Presque Isle Downs & Casino. Who’s heading out to watch the action?

09/17/2026

Local roots, Grade 1 dreams. 🐎 Parx-based horses, trainers, and owners are taking on the million-dollar stakes this weekend! Read the preview here:

Parx-based trainers, Pennsylvania owners, and Pennsylvania-bred horses get ready for Pennsylvania’s biggest day of racing on Saturday, September 19, 2026. The 1million dollar Grade 1 betPARX Pennsylvania Derby and the 1million dollar Grade 1 Cotillion Stakes highlight the card. Also on the card is...

09/16/2026

Get ready for a HUGE weekend of racing in Pennsylvania! ��

Join America’s Best Racing LIVE Wednesday, September 16 at 7 p.m. ET as Ashley Wood, Jessica Paquette, and Alexa Zepp preview two action-packed days of stakes racing across the Commonwealth.

First up: Presque Isle Downs on Friday, September 18, with five stakes worth a combined $725,000, headlined by the $300,000 G2 Presque Isle Downs Masters.

Then we turn our attention to Parx Racing on Saturday, September 19, where more than $3 Million in stakes purses are up for grabs! The massive card is headlined by the $1 Million G1 betPARX Pennsylvania Derby and $1 Million G1 Cotillion Stakes, along with the $400,000 G2 Gallant Bob Stakes and five more stakes races.

Get expert analysis, betting picks and everything you need to know before one of Pennsylvania’s biggest weekends of racing!

Presented by America's Best Racing and the Pennsylvania Horse Racing Association.

09/16/2026

Looking back at this lineup of past champions, one thing is certain: winning in PA takes serious talent.

Who is taking the crown this time around? Drop your picks for the PA Masters Stakes and PA Derby in the comments!

09/15/2026

The stage is set for Pennsylvania Derby Eve!

Parx Racing will host a massive 11-race card on Friday, September 18th with a special 12:05 PM post time! Be there for an incredible weekend!

https://pennhorseracing.com/stories/parx-racing-set-for-11-race-pennsylvania-derby-eve-card/

Bensalem, PA - September 13, 2026 - The Pennsylvania Thoroughbred Horsemen’s Association (PTHA) is pleased to announce a full afternoon of live racing at Parx Racing on Friday, September 18th, as the excitement builds for Pennsylvania Derby weekend.

09/15/2026

Get ready for a HUGE weekend of racing in Pennsylvania! 🏇🔥 Join A...

09/15/2026

That thrill in the home stretch hits different when the sun goes down!

From the thundering hooves to the electric energy trackside, there is no better place to spend an evening than live at the races.

Planning your next trip to the track? Visit pennhorseracing.com to view full racing schedules, download free Past Performances, and get race day ready!

09/14/2026

ONLY 96 HOURS AWAY!

The biggest weekend in Pennsylvania racing is right around the corner! 🏇🔥

Join us LIVE this Friday, September 18 at 10:30 AM for a special edition of Hot 2 Trot as we kick off PA Derby Weekend!

Host Ashley Wood is sitting down with Jessica Paquette and Matt Scull to break down all the stakes action, handicap the big cards, and bring you exclusive insights right from the grounds.

Set your reminders, drop your best bets in the comments, and don't miss a second of the preview! 🎙️✨

09/13/2026

This is one HOT week for horse racing! 🔥 Are you heading to any of these events?

🎡 Today - The Gratz Fair
🏇 Friday - Masters Stakes @ Presque Isle Downs & Casino
🧢 Saturday - PA Derby @ Parx Racing
🎠 Saturday & Sunday - Somerset/Meyersdale 2-Day Fair

09/12/2026

On National , we’re shouting out the incredible fans who line the track to cheer on our horses, jockeys, and drivers. Your energy at the wire is what makes race day so electric.

Who is the biggest cheerleader in your racing crew? Give them a tag in the comments!