Saratoga hosts open house Sunday

Those who can’t wait for Friday’s official opening of Saratoga can attend a five-hour open house from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday.

The day will include a couple of exhibition races being run over the Oklahoma training track. Those non-wagering races, known as the Newman E. Wait Jr. Trials, will begin at 11:30 a.m. Eastern.

The day will include family-friendly activities, as well as backstretch tours and handicapping seminars.

Fans also may activate their season passes at the track. Season passes – $30 for grandstand and $50 for clubhouse – can be purchased at participating Stewart’s Shops through the Capital District.

** Entries for Saratoga’s opening-day card will be taken Tuesday.