The Meadowlands Racetrack is bringing back the popular monthly handicapping contests in 2026. The top two finishers in each contest qualify for the invite-only $10,000 tournament in December. The first contest of the year is set for Saturday, January 10. The $1,000 prize pool will be split amongst the top four finishers. 2026 Contest Schedule:  Saturday, January 10     Friday, February 20     Saturday,  March 21         Friday, April 17     Saturday, May 23    Friday, June 12    Friday, July 24  Saturday, August 22  Saturday, September 5     Friday, October 23    Saturday, November 14 Invite Only $10,000 Contest - Saturday, December 12 Each monthly contest will follow the same format: Contestants must bet a minimum of 5 Meadowlands races. No minimum and no maximum bet per race. Open to any wager on the Meadowlands live wagering menu. This includes W/P/S, Exacta, Trifecta, Pick 3/4/5/6, Daily Double, Superfecta, and Pick X wagers. Contestants keep all pari-mutuel winnings Unlimited entries are allowed per person. There is no entry fee (a $100 live money bankroll is required) for players, and the prize pool is guaranteed at $1,000, funded by the Meadowlands Racetrack. On the night of the contest, players must register/check-in at the Clubhouse Lobby by 6:20 p.m. A $100 betting card must be purchased to participate, as this is a live money/wagering contest.  The top two finishers from each contest will be eligible to play in the $10,000 tournament on December 12 (22 total players). Complete contest rules/regulations can be found at https://playmeadowlands.com/handicapping/contests-challenges/ -edited release (Meadowlands)