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About Santa Anita Park

Arcadia, CA

Santa Anita Park stands as an iconic venue in the world of Thoroughbred horse racing, captivating audiences with its thrilling races, picturesque surroundings, and rich history.

Located in Arcadia, Calif., Santa Anita Park dates back to 1934, making it one of the oldest and most historic racetracks in the United States. Its pristine facilities, stunning backdrop of the San Gabriel Mountains, and world-class racing consistently attract top horses, jockeys, and trainers. The track’s iconic beauty and historic charm have also made it a favorite setting for filmmakers seeking to capture the essence of both sport and drama.

Santa Anita Park hosts several prestigious racing events that draw huge crowds. The Santa Anita Derby, held annually in the spring, serves as a key prep race for the Kentucky Derby and has a legacy of showcasing future racing champions. Other notable events include the Santa Anita Handicap (also known as the Big ‘Cap), the Santa Anita Oaks, and the Breeders' Cup World Championships, which Santa Anita Park has hosted numerous times.

FAQs

  • Santa Anita races from December to June and then returns for brief fall meet during September and October. 

  • The long list includes some of racing’s most famous – Seabiscuit, Affirmed, Zenyatta, California Chrome, American Pharoah, and Beholder.

  • Some of the most popular include “Seabiscuit” (2003), “The Story of Seabiscuit” (1949), and the HBO series “Luck” (2011-12).

  • DRF Bets offers daily wagering and race viewing for Santa Anita Park. 

  • Post time is typically 12:30 p.m. Pacific, but may be earlier on major race days.

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About Santa Anita Park

Arcadia, CA

Santa Anita Park stands as an iconic venue in the world of Thoroughbred horse racing, captivating audiences with its thrilling races, picturesque surroundings, and rich history.

Located in Arcadia, Calif., Santa Anita Park dates back to 1934, making it one of the oldest and most historic racetracks in the United States. Its pristine facilities, stunning backdrop of the San Gabriel Mountains, and world-class racing consistently attract top horses, jockeys, and trainers. The track’s iconic beauty and historic charm have also made it a favorite setting for filmmakers seeking to capture the essence of both sport and drama.

Santa Anita Park hosts several prestigious racing events that draw huge crowds. The Santa Anita Derby, held annually in the spring, serves as a key prep race for the Kentucky Derby and has a legacy of showcasing future racing champions. Other notable events include the Santa Anita Handicap (also known as the Big ‘Cap), the Santa Anita Oaks, and the Breeders' Cup World Championships, which Santa Anita Park has hosted numerous times.

FAQs

  • Santa Anita races from December to June and then returns for brief fall meet during September and October. 

  • The long list includes some of racing’s most famous – Seabiscuit, Affirmed, Zenyatta, California Chrome, American Pharoah, and Beholder.

  • Some of the most popular include “Seabiscuit” (2003), “The Story of Seabiscuit” (1949), and the HBO series “Luck” (2011-12).

  • DRF Bets offers daily wagering and race viewing for Santa Anita Park. 

  • Post time is typically 12:30 p.m. Pacific, but may be earlier on major race days.

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News & Notes

Track superintendent Ron Moore dead at 80
Ron Moore, a former track superintendent at Santa Anita, died on Friday of complications of a recent stroke.
Steve Andersen
El Potente may end layoff with Eddie Read Stakes
El Potente may end layoff with Eddie Read Stakes
Steve Andersen
Betting handle, field size down slightly at Santa Anita spring meet
Betting handle, field size down slightly at Santa Anita spring meet
Steve Andersen
Rispoli begins comeback from injury
Rispoli begins comeback from injury
Steve Andersen
Mizumi, with Summertime Oaks triumph, will hit the road
Mizumi, with Summertime Oaks triumph, will hit the road
Steve Andersen
Kennyten, who did the unexpected, will start next in Best Pal Stakes
Kennyten, who did the unexpected, will start next in Best Pal Stakes
Steve Andersen
Hernandez has three mounts for Ward during Royal Ascot meet
Hernandez has three mounts for Ward during Royal Ascot meet
Steve Andersen
Santa Anita cancels final four races on Thursday card due to power failures
Santa Anita cancels final four races on Thursday card due to power failures
Steve Andersen
Impressive maiden winner He Is No Lie shipping to Kentucky for stakes
Impressive maiden winner He Is No Lie shipping to Kentucky for stakes
Brad Free

News & Notes

Track superintendent Ron Moore dead at 80
Ron Moore, a former track superintendent at Santa Anita, died on Friday of complications of a recent stroke.
Steve Andersen
El Potente may end layoff with Eddie Read Stakes
El Potente may end layoff with Eddie Read Stakes
Steve Andersen
Betting handle, field size down slightly at Santa Anita spring meet
Betting handle, field size down slightly at Santa Anita spring meet
Steve Andersen
Rispoli begins comeback from injury
Rispoli begins comeback from injury
Steve Andersen
Mizumi, with Summertime Oaks triumph, will hit the road
Mizumi, with Summertime Oaks triumph, will hit the road
Steve Andersen
Kennyten, who did the unexpected, will start next in Best Pal Stakes
Kennyten, who did the unexpected, will start next in Best Pal Stakes
Steve Andersen
Hernandez has three mounts for Ward during Royal Ascot meet
Hernandez has three mounts for Ward during Royal Ascot meet
Steve Andersen
Santa Anita cancels final four races on Thursday card due to power failures
Santa Anita cancels final four races on Thursday card due to power failures
Steve Andersen
Impressive maiden winner He Is No Lie shipping to Kentucky for stakes
Impressive maiden winner He Is No Lie shipping to Kentucky for stakes
Brad Free

Race Recaps

Secured Freedom gets first stakes win in the Affirmed
Secured Freedom gets first stakes win in the Affirmed
Secured Freedom, unsuccessful in three graded stakes at Santa Anita and Churchill Downs earlier this year, rallied from fourth in the final half-mile to win his first stakes in the $101,000 Affirmed Stakes for 3-year-olds at Santa Anita on Monday.
Steve AndersenJun 15, 2026
Brad Free's Santa Anita Horses to Watch for the week of June 11-14, 2026
Brad Free
Gold Phoenix romps in San Juan Capistrano Stakes
Gold Phoenix romps in San Juan Capistrano Stakes
Steve AndersenJun 14, 2026
Freedom's Not Free catches Sumter at wire in Daytona Stakes
Freedom's Not Free catches Sumter at wire in Daytona Stakes
Steve AndersenJun 13, 2026
Mizumi notches first stakes with Summertime Oaks
Mizumi notches first stakes with Summertime Oaks
Steve AndersenJun 13, 2026
Magnificat gets first stakes win in Desert Stormer
Magnificat gets first stakes win in Desert Stormer
Steve AndersenJun 11, 2026
Brad Free's Santa Anita Horses to Watch for the week of June 5-7, 2026
Brad Free's Santa Anita Horses to Watch for the week of June 5-7, 2026
Brad Free
Darya noses stablemate Inbox to take Honeymoon Stakes
Darya noses stablemate Inbox to take Honeymoon Stakes
Brad FreeJun 06, 2026

Race Recaps

Secured Freedom gets first stakes win in the Affirmed
Secured Freedom gets first stakes win in the Affirmed
Secured Freedom, unsuccessful in three graded stakes at Santa Anita and Churchill Downs earlier this year, rallied from fourth in the final half-mile to win his first stakes in the $101,000 Affirmed Stakes for 3-year-olds at Santa Anita on Monday.
Steve AndersenJun 15, 2026
Brad Free's Santa Anita Horses to Watch for the week of June 11-14, 2026
Brad Free
Gold Phoenix romps in San Juan Capistrano Stakes
Gold Phoenix romps in San Juan Capistrano Stakes
Steve AndersenJun 14, 2026
Freedom's Not Free catches Sumter at wire in Daytona Stakes
Freedom's Not Free catches Sumter at wire in Daytona Stakes
Steve AndersenJun 13, 2026
Mizumi notches first stakes with Summertime Oaks
Mizumi notches first stakes with Summertime Oaks
Steve AndersenJun 13, 2026
Magnificat gets first stakes win in Desert Stormer
Magnificat gets first stakes win in Desert Stormer
Steve AndersenJun 11, 2026
Brad Free's Santa Anita Horses to Watch for the week of June 5-7, 2026
Brad Free's Santa Anita Horses to Watch for the week of June 5-7, 2026
Brad Free
Darya noses stablemate Inbox to take Honeymoon Stakes
Darya noses stablemate Inbox to take Honeymoon Stakes
Brad FreeJun 06, 2026