Friday, August 8th

Breakfast at Arlington

• Watch the horses go through their morning training regimen against a breathtaking backdrop of early morning sunlight and enjoy a delicious Breakfast buffet from 7:30am - 9:30am
• Track announcer and TV personalities host an entertaining, informative program covering everything from training horses to track maintenance.
• Admission is free for Breakfast at Arlington, and guests have an option to purchase a breakfast buffet. The breakfast buffet costs $7 for adults and $4 for children.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The Millionaire

Introducing the signature cocktail of the Arlington Million -  "The Millionaire".  Proceeds from every cocktail sold will be donated to the American Cancer Society.  

 

 

  

 

 

Racing Legends Autograph Session

• Racing Legends Autographs featuring Jerry Bailey, Pat Day, and Earlie Fires. Autographs in consideration of donation to RTCA/Disabled Jockey Fund.

 

 

  

JACK FM's Steve Dahl Live Broadcast

• Regular morning show broadcast live from Arlington Park from 5:30am to 10:00am
• Located in the Terrace Café
• Guests will be allowed in at 5:30 for the start of Steve's show

 

  

ESPN 1000's Mac, Jurko, & Harry Live Broadcast

• Afternoon show broadcast live from Arlington Park from 2:00pm to 6:00pm
• Located in the Terrace Café

 

 

 

  

Dance For Your Dinner

• Featured restaurant Vittorio DeRoma's in Palatine

 

 

 

Party in the Park

• U2 Tribute band Elevation will perform throughout the day on the Miller Band Stage
• Their first set will begin after the first race

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 Saturday, August 9th

 

National Anthem

• Mrs. Irwin will be performing the national anthem in the winners circle at approximately 11:15
• Arlington Heights Police Department will be presenting the colors

 

 

   

 

7th Heaven Live Performance

• Performing throughout the day on the Miller Lite Band Stage
• Their first set will follow the first race

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

   

 

Kerli Live Performance

• Performing two sets before the Secretariat & Beverly D stake races
• Miller Lite Band Stage

 

 

 

 

 

  

Jersey Boys Performance

• Jersey Boys will be on hand with a live performance
• 5 winners of 2 tickets a piece will be announced after select races
• Enter to win by filling out the wrap entry form on the Daily Racing Guide
• Winners names will be provided by the marketing dept
• Winners will need to report to the General Information booth at the top of the Grand Staircase to receive their tickets

 

 

 

 

 

  

 

Arlington Million Post Position T-shirt Giveaway

• Free to the first 5,000 admissions
• Fill in the handout being distributed at the entrance gates and redeem in the Paddock East to receive a free t-shirt

  

  

 

Joe Kristufek Handicapping Seminar

• Join Joe and guests in the Starting Gate Theater for a breakdown of the day's races and some basic handicapping tips
• 10:30 am to 11:30 am

 

 

 

 

 

  

 

$250,000 Guaranteed Festival Pick 3

• Includes all three Grade One Races on the Turf – Arlington Million, Beverly D, Secretariat

 

 

   

 

Million Fashion Hat Contest

o Ladies wearing fashion hats can compete for a chance to win a table for 4 to Ladies Day on September 6 in our Arlington Million Fashion Hat contest

o Gather at the Grand Staircase at 1:45pm to enter this fashionable event for a chance to win

  

 

 

 

Specialty Merchandise

o Arlington Park will host several specialty vendors on Million Day including two Milliner's, artists, and racing memorabilia dealers.

 

 

 

Every Day in August including Million weekend

Twin Spires Club Bonus Point Promotions

o 20 points per dollar on any wager made on a Arlington Park Pick 6 at Arlington Park or a Illinois Trackside OTB

o 10 points per dollar on any wager made on a Arlington Park High 5 at Arlington Park or a Illinois Trackside OTB