Meadowlands Racetrack Beerfest
2026-05-16 16:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Meadowlands Racing & Entertainment, 1 Racetrack Drive, East Rutherford, 07073, United States
Over 60 participating producers including dozens of local breweries!

Ticket Type
Cost
Time
General Tastings
Seminars
Buffet
Exclusive Tastings

General Admission
$45 online;
$50 day of
5 – 9 PM
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✅
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VIP
(limited to 200)
$70
4 – 9 PM
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✅
✅
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Please note that all tickets will print time 5:00-9:00pm even though VIP opens at 4:00pm
Festival Highlights (subject to change):
* Beers from around the US
* DJ ALX
* Live horse racing beginning 6:20pm
* The Preakness Stakes Simulcast
Confirmed NJ Breweries:

7 Tribesmen
United Brewing Co.
Bolero Snort
Carton – new for 2026
Departed Soles
Mud Hen
Hoboken – new for 2026
Ghost Hawk Brewing
Bonesaw Brewing
Montclair Brewery
Double Tap Brewing
Leaning Fathers Brewing – new for 2026
Asturia Brewing Company – new for 2026

Must be 21 & older to attend. No refunds given. Event subject to ISSUANCE OF NJ ABC permit.

Corgi Cup
2026-05-30 17:45 - 23:00
Corgis streak to the finish in our 2nd Meadowlands Racetrack Corgi Cup on Saturday, May 30, 2026!
Fans are welcome to come out and watch these adorable doggies compete.
Corgi Races begin 5:30pm
First harness race 6:20pm
Admission: Free
Parking: Free
non-competition dogs not allowed

Approximate Corgi Cup Post Times:

5:45 pm (before Race 1)
5:55 pm (before Race 1)
6:00 pm (before Race 1)
6:08 pm (before Race 1)
6:17 pm (before Race 1)
6:40 pm (after Race 1)
7:00 pm (after Race 2)
7:25 pm (after Race 3)
7:50 pm (after Race 4)
8:45 pm (after Race 6)
Final: 9:25 pm (after Race 8)

$1,700 in Total Prize Money – Qualifier winners earn $100 betting voucher – 1st place in Final wins a $500 betting voucher
Open to first 100 entrants (there will be up to 10 qualifiers – top dog in each qualifier moves on to the Finals)
There will be 10 Corgis will be in the Final.
Qualifiers will be run in between the live harness races. The Final will be held once all Qualifiers are complete.
Online registration must be completed and the latest rabies vaccination certificate, photo and town license attached.
Only dogs permitted in the track and in each race are Corgis. All canines must be currently licensed and up to date on all shots including rabies vaccination.
Only canines registered to participate are allowed at the track. No canine “viewers”
Only registered participating dogs are allowed onsite. No “canine viewers” allowed.

Meadowlands Racetrack Wiener Dog Derby
2026-06-06 17:45 - 23:00
Wiener takes all in the 8th annual running of the Meadowlands Racetrack Weiner Dog Derby on Saturday, June 6, 2026!
Bring the whole family out to watch this cute and hilarious doggy event. Fans can watch these cute races up close in the Backyard.
Admission: Free
Parking: Free
No outside Pups allowed – only participating dogs will be allowed onsite
Wiener racing begins 5:45 p.m. Harness racing begins 6:20 p.m.

Approximate Wiener Dog Derby Post Times:

5:45 pm (before Race 1)
5:55 pm (before Race 1)
6:00 pm (before Race 1)
6:08 pm (before Race 1)
6:17 pm (before Race 1)
6:40 pm (after Race 1)
7:00 pm (after Race 2)
7:25 pm (after Race 3)
7:50 pm (after Race 4)
8:45 pm (after Race 6)

Final: 9:25 pm (after Race 8)

$1,700 in Total Prize Money – Qualifier winners earn $100 betting voucher & dog goodie bag – 1st place in Final wins a $500 betting voucher & goodie bag
Open to first 100 entrants registered by June 6 (there will be up 10 qualifiers (10 in each) – top dog in each qualifier moves on to the Finals)
There will be 10 “Wiener Dogs” in the Final.
Qualifiers will be run in between the live harness races. The Final will be held once all Qualifiers are complete.
Online registration must be completed and the latest rabies vaccination certificate, photo and town license attached.
Only dogs permitted in the track and in each race are dachshunds. All canines must be currently licensed and up to date on all shots including rabies vaccination.
Only canines registered to participate are allowed at the track. No canine “viewers”
Only registered participating dogs are allowed onsite. No “canine viewers” allowed.

Winefest
2026-06-20 16:00 - 21:00
Over 30 participating producers and dozens of varietals!

Ticket Type
Cost
Time
General Tastings
Seminars
Buffet
Exclusive Tastings

General Admission
$45 online;
$50 day of
5 – 9 PM
✅
✅
❌
❌

VIP
(limited to 200)
$70
4 – 9 PM
✅
✅
✅
✅

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Event Details

Dozens of wine producers from around the globe highlight Meadowlands Racetrack’s annual Wine Fetst!
Hours
Event runs 5-9pm and is RAIN OR SHINE. VIP doors open an hour early at 4pm.
🎟️ VIP: 4-9pm
🎟️ GA: 5-9 pm

Festival Highlights (subject to change):
🍷 Wines from around the globe
🎵 DJ ALX
🐴 Live horse racing starting 6:20pm
🍷 Wine/Brand List:

Concha Y Toro
Delicato
Terlato
Santa Margherita
Palm Bay Imports
JFV
Boost Beverage
Oyster Bay

🎟️ VIP $70
Includes admission, special food access, tasting glass, exclusive VIP tastings and 1 additional hour of sampling (limited to 200.)
VIP is $75 day of at the gate.
🎟️ GENERAL ADMISSION $45
Includes admission, tasting glass and 4 hour sampling
GA is $50 day of at the gate.
All ticket holders have access to samplings, pairings, educational seminars and more.
Must be 21 & older to attend. No refunds given. Event subject to issuance of NJ ABC permit.

subject to NJ ABC Approval

EDW Lucha Live at the Meadowlands Racetrack
2026-07-04 17:00 - 22:30
Saturday, July 4 – Come and see LOS MINI ENMASCARADOS (Mini Masked Wrestlers) perform the unique Mexican Cultural Art of Lucha Libre in the ring.
They will show off their flying aerials, scissor kicks, wheelbarrow holds and defend their titles to become champions!
Don’t miss this dynamic cultural spectacle performance by certified Lucha Libre wrestlers.
This family friendly event kicks off at 7pm with doors opening at 5:30pm. Matches will take place between the live harness racing.
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Tickets

General Admission (GA): $25 online / $30 at the door day of. Standing room only. Guests can bring in their own chairs or blankets.
VIP Picnic Table: $300 includes admission for 6 people at a picnic table in a private section
1st / 2nd Row Ringside: $75. Best seats in the house! Seats will be folding chairs or bleacher benches.

Details:

Doors Open 5:30 pm
Show Kicks off 7:00 pm

Event is rain or shine

Meadowlands Pace
2026-07-11 18:00 - 23:30
Saturday, July 11, 2026 – The Biggest Party in Harness Racing – the Meadowlands Pace, our signature event! First Race kicks off at 6:20pm. Admission and parking are free.

Festivities

T-Shirt Giveaway
Begins 5 p.m.; first 5,000 guests.

Rides and Games
including mechanical shark, 3-in-1 sports game, toxic obstacle course, dart soccer, and carnival games

Live Music
from DJ Alx

More Fun
Face Painters, Glitter Tattoos & Balloon Animals

$500 Win Wager Giveaways
5 winners will have a chance to place a $500 win bet on a designated race.
Must be on site to win.
Enter Here

Food Trucks

The Hen and The Hog
Kimchi Smoke BBQ
Clydes Italian Ice
Latin Bites
Wild Bills Soda
Lots of Meat Barbecue
Michael’s Backyard BBQ
Bada Bing Bites
Btch’n Bacon
Tacoholics
Uncle Bob’s Kettle Corn
Bites & Delights
Shugar Shack
Lots of Meat BBQ
Tiny Hot Cakes
Rhythm Ribz
Burgers And More Truck
Scrumps And Yum Yum
Pita Bowl NJ
Curbside Culinary Creations
Eat My Balls

Stakes

Purses estimated

$800,000 Meadowlands Pace
$400,000 Hambletonian Maturity
$300,000 WR Haughton Open Pace
$300,000 Stanley Dancer
$300,000 Del Miller Memorial
$200,000 Jerry Silverman
$175,000 Dorothy Haughton Open Mare Pace
$40,000 Miss Versatility Mare Trot Leg 3

Dining
Guarantee your spot to dine and watch an epic night of stakes races on Saturday, July 11, 2026.

The Lounge

Center of the action with front row seat to Victory’s giant screens. 2- and 4- top tables and bar seats available.
Ticket purchase acts as food and beverage credit for Victory Sports Bar menu

Pink Buffet

Tiered dining room with great views of the live racetrack action
Buffet features salads, sides, main courses, carving station and delicious desserts

Outdoor Cafe Table

Table for 4 near the Winner’s Circle
$125 per table – price is a credit towards cafe food and drink purchase

For all things Meadowlands Pace, like news, past winners, and more click here.

2nd Annual Chicken Run
2026-07-25 18:00 - 23:00

Meadowlands Racetrack Seafood Fest
2026-08-01 17:00 - 23:00
Join us for our Annual Meadowlands Racetrack Seafood Fest & the Hambletonian and Hambletonian Oaks Eliminations – Saturday, August 1, 2026 from 5-11 pm. Admission is free. Live racing begins at 6:20 pm featuring eliminations for the Hambletonian & Hambletonian Oaks.
Enjoy fresh and delicious seafood from area food trucks and restaurants. Plus our Backyard Grill and Bar will be featuring a shrimp cocktail and more! Some food options include lobster rolls, fried clams, fried fish, grilled shrimp, shrimp tacos, crab fries and more.
Food Trucks: coming early 2026
Interested in being a vendor? Email Rachel Ryan raryan@playmeadowlands.com with your Food Truck Name and menu offerings. Cost to participate is $100.

Hambletonian Day 2026
2026-08-08 10:00 - 19:00
Harness Racing’s Greatest Day – Millions in racing stakes and fun for the entire family – Saturday, August 8, 2026!
DOORS OPEN 10 AM
FIRST POST 12 NOON
$5 ADMISSION
Admission Tickets
Admission includes commemorative 101th Hambletonian hat for adults & kids

Fun & Festivities

$1,000 Hat Contest
Judged by special guest Carson Kressley. Sign up between 10 am – 1:30pm in the Clubhouse Lobby.
First Prize $500 / 2nd Place $250 / 3rd Place $100
4th Place $50 / Fanciest $100

Live Music
from DJ Alx

Swag & Autographs
FanZone Tent will have free swag giveaways all day plus a Driver/Trainer Autograph Session 10:30 am – 12 noon.

Food Trucks

Btchn Bacon
Clydes Homemade Ice Cream & Italian Ice
Uncle Bob’s Kettle Corn
Burgers And More Truck
Bada Bing Bites
Bites And Delights LLC
The Empanada Truck
Touch of Sauce BBQ
Latin Bites
Shugar Shack
Vagabond
Rhythm Ribz
Lots Of Meat BBQ
Big John’s Gourmet Burgers

Carnival Games & More
Inflatables, games, axe throwing, rock wall, and more throughout the Backyard.

Trotters Gold Beer
Collaborative Golden Ale from Ghost Hawk Brewing commemorating the 101st edition of the Hambletonian. Availabilty announced soon. 16oz Can – $8.00. 21+ TO PURCHASE AND CONSUME.

Dining

Please see the dining tab here for details.

Stakes

$1 Million Hambletonian
$500,000 Hambletonian Oaks
$300,000 John Cashman Memorial
$275,000 Cane Pace
$275,000 Sam McKee Memorial
$175,000 Lady Liberty
$150,000 John R. Steele
$90,000 Shady Daisy

Purses are estimated.

Thank You Hambletonian Sponsors

BBQ Extravaganza
2026-08-29 17:00 - 23:00
On Saturday, August 29 enjoy a great BBQ at Meadowlands Racing & Entertainment – Admission is FREE! Chow down on some delicious BBQ from the best food trucks & restaurants in the area – The event is from 5- 11 pm.
Live racing begins at 6:20 pm
Food Trucks: coming early 2026
Vendors can compete for $2,500 in prize money – details below:

BBQ Extravaganza Prizes: $500 prize for the best brisket, chicken, pulled pork, ribs & people’s choice.
Entrants must be ready to sell by 5pm
Entrants must prepare six plates for judging. Turn-in times: chicken @ 7 pm, pulled pork @ 7:30 pm, brisket @ 8 pm, ribs @ 8:30 pm. Winners will be announced at 9:30pm
Open to area food trucks & restaurants – To register or for more info: email Raryan@playmeadowlands.com
A $100 entry fee must be paid before August 24
