Admission

Emerald Downs Ticketing & Admission Information

Racing on Kentucky Derby Day May 3. Racing weekends starts May 10-11, Friday night racing begins June 6.

2025 RACE SEASON TICKETS

Tickets on sale for all race dates, daily outdoor four & six-seat boxes, and the homestretch patio picnic tables are on sale now.

ADULT TICKET PRICES: $10 per person includes general admission and a Race Day Program. Emerald Rewards players can have their card swiped for 100 points for admission. Friday night admission $5. All seats and benches on track level, first come, first served.

YOUTH TICKETS: $5 for ages 5-17. Ages 4 and under receive free admission and do not require a ticket.

JULY 3 FIREWORKS SPECTACLUAR: $15 per person in advance; $20 at the gates. ($10 for ages 5-17)

No outside food or beverages permitted with the exception of a sealed 32 oz bottle of water or smaller per person.

GATES OPEN: Ninety minutes prior to the first race. 12:20 PM on Saturday and Sunday. 5:30 PM on Friday. 11 AM on Kentucky Derby Day and July 3.

THIRD FLOOR RESERVED GRANDSTAND SEAT: Friday nights are free. Saturday & Sunday $5 if purchased separately. Admission & seat purchased together $14 (includes Tip sheet).

FREE SEATING: General admission bench and table seating is available throughout the track on a first-come first served basis. Picnic tables and Umbrella tables located on the track apron are also available (North of the horse path entrance to track are free, Homestretch Patio Umbrella tables south are reserved and for purchase).

ACTIVE MILITARY: Active military personnel receive free admission for themselves plus one guest with ID.

TRIBAL MEMBERS: Receive free admission for themselves plus one guest with TRIBAL ID.

SENIORS 60+: $5 admission on Saturdays (Except for Kentucky Derby Day)

PARKING: Free general parking North of Las Margs Cafe with shuttle service to the front gates beginning 90 minutes prior to first race.  Limited $10 Pre-Paid Preferred Parking, $15 Day of Preferred Parking and $20 Day of Premium Parking available every Saturday and Sunday. $10 Day of Premium Parking available on Friday nights.

Big Event Days: $15 Pre-Paid Preferred Parking, $20 Day of Preferred Parking and $25 Day of Premium Parking.

OVERFLOW PARKING
Additional Parking (Bus service to track)
Auburn Park-and-Ride Lot
101 15th Ave NE, Auburn, WA

ADMISSION POLICIES: No outside food or beverages permitted with the exception of a sealed 32 oz bottle of water or smaller per person.

NO DOGS OR PETS ARE ALLOWED AT THE RACETRACK

NO WEAPONS: No firearms or weapons permitted on the Emerald Downs property.

FOOD & BEVERAGE/CONCESSIONS: All bars and concessions are cashless with the exception of Quick Pix Café on Floor 5. If you do not have a debit or credit card you may purchase a gift card at Customer Service on track level or Floor 5. Dining options

DAILY OUTDOOR RESERVED BOXES (Four and six seats, includes TV): $80-$120 (Limited amount of boxes available) Available by calling customer service at 253-288-7711. Some outdoor Boxes are available online at our ticketing website.

SUITES: There are four suites available each race day and the Trackside Pavilion. Please call  253-288-7700 if interested. The SIXTH floor suites include the Mountain View Suite, Derby Suite, Preakness Suite and Belmont Suite. Each with a terrific view of the racetrack. More info

LOFT SUITES: Two 5th floor suites overlooking the racetrack will be available each race day. Please call 253-288-7700 for more information. More info

HOMESTRETCH PATIO UMBRELLA TABLES:  Available weekends & holidays; $120 per table includes eight admissions, programs, and tip sheets. (Located near outer rail by the 1/16 pole)

5TH FLOOR DINING TABLES: All Rainier Dining tables will be open on Floor 5. Each table has a television monitor. These will be first come, first served on each race day. Each table has a QR code to order food. Additional food and beverage at Quick Pix Café. All tables on the 5th floor are also available first come, first served.

GIFT CARDS: May be purchased at Customer Service on track level or floor 5. These cards can be replenished at any Customer Service location. Gift cards can be used at any concession or beer stands throughout the facility.

WAGERING: Wagering machines for betting are available with a teller and self-service machines are available on all floors. Cash and vouchers only.

RACING FORMS: Daily Racing Forms and simulcast programs sold at Customer Service.

GIFT SHOP: Located on track level.

ARCADE: Located on track level at the south end.

ELYSIAN LOOKOUT CIGAR BAR: Open during race days just North of the paddock.

SMOKING: Smoking is permitted in specific areas within the Park (North of the grandstand/paddock area) and on grandstand balconies. Additionally, smoking is allowed at our cigar bar, the Elysian Lookout, situated above our paddock.

HORSEMEN: All WHRC current license holders and WTBOA members may enter for free and may also bring one adult guest and two youths. Horsemen can simply show their WHRC license at the front gates.

5th floor open every day for simulcasting 

Full-card simulcasting is FREE. Gates open 30 minutes before first simulcast race every day. Food and drink available at Quick Pix Café Wednesday through Sunday. Bar open on weekends on simulcast days only. No simulcasting on Monday and Tuesday beginning in May.