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Travers Stakes 2026 is almost here, and Silver Cannabis Company, a local dispensary near the horse track, wants to be your first stop before the race. This guide will prepare you for the big day.
What Is the Travers Stakes?
The Travers Stakes is the oldest major thoroughbred race in America, dating back to 1864. It’s held every August at the Saratoga Race Course. The Grade 1 derby features three-year-olds running around the track for a $1.25 million purse.
The DraftKings Travers takes over Saratoga Race Course on Saturday, August 29, headlining a day packed with five additional graded stakes races. Gates open at 9:00 AM with first post set for 11:05 AM.
Guests with paid admission can snag a free backyard picnic table on a first-come, first-served basis (just remember to bring a tablecloth), and there’s no shortage of food and drink options to enjoy throughout the grounds.
Attendees can find free parking at the northeast of the race course, on the opposite side of Union Avenue, where shuttle service will take you to the gates; premium and valet options are also available. The dress code for the event varies by section. The backyard is casual, but the Clubhouse and 1863 Club require collared shirts and no short shorts.
Who is favored to win the Travers Stakes this year? Contenders are still coming together, so the updated odds will come closer to the date.
Things to Do in Saratoga Springs Around Race Weekend
The city comes alive in the week leading up to Travers Day. Here are five of the top things to do while you’re in town.
- Saratoga Spa State Park: This 2,200-acre National Historic Landmark features mineral springs, pools, hiking trails, and the Saratoga Performing Arts Center.
- National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame: Located across from the track, this is the perfect place to learn about the history of thoroughbred horse racing.
- Congress Park: A beautiful downtown park with plenty of activities, as well as mineral springs, Victorian fountains, and the Saratoga Springs History Museum.
- Saratoga Automobile Museum: For car lovers, this excellent museum features a rotating showcase of classic cars and racing vehicles.
- Druthers Brewing Company: For craft beer and elevated pub food, be sure to stop by this downtown Saratoga institution after the race.
Cannabis Picks from Silver Cannabis Saratoga Springs
Stop by Silver Cannabis Company at 75 Weibel Ave before the race to pick up something for the occasion.
- Ruby Farms’ Pink Guava Flower: Features a bright, uplifting character that’s perfect for an afternoon in the stands.
- Revert Cannabis’ Maui Wowie Infused Ground Flower: A classic Hawaiian sativa to keep the energy going throughout the race.
- Head Space’s Forbidden Fruit Infused Pre-Roll: This pre-roll offers a balanced, social high that fits right in on Travers Day.
- Jetpacks’ Cherry Vortex Infused Pre-Roll: A 0.5g infused option with fruity cherry flavor for an easy, sessionable smoke.
- Grön’s Pomegranate Pearls: Micro-dosed edibles that will loosen you up, but not take you out of the action.
- Ayrloom’s Energy 4:1:1 Disposable Vape: A disposable vape built for energy and focus to keep you in the zone.
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