Featured Events
Breakfast with Santa – December 14
December 14, 2019
The track is clear for Santa’s sleigh. Enjoy breakfast in the Million Room Restaurant. Breakfast with Santa includes a photo with Santa, kids’ crafts, Christmas music, cookie decorating, and more! New in 2019: two dates to choose from! Breakfast with Santa will be hosted on December 14th and 15th. *No Live Racing
Breakfast with Santa – December 15
December 15, 2019
The track is clear for Santa’s sleigh. Enjoy breakfast in the Million Room Restaurant. Breakfast with Santa includes a photo with Santa, kids’ crafts, Christmas music, cookie decorating, and more! New in 2019: two dates to choose from! Breakfast with Santa will be hosted on December 14th and 15th. *No Live Racing
Binny’s Spring Wine Expo & Tasting
April 04, 2020
Binny's biggest and best wine tasting event is back and better than ever! Join us at Arlington for an afternoon of tasting and exploration!
Breakfast with the Easter Bunny & Easter Egg Hunt
April 11, 2020
Hop on over to Arlington for an action packed morning. Reserve your spot for Breakfast with the Easter Bunny in the Million Room Restaurant or the Free Easter Egg Hunt. *No Live Racing
Opening Day
May 01, 2020
The long wait for live racing and entertainment to return is finally over!
Kentucky Derby Day
May 02, 2020
If you can’t be in the Bluegrass State for the Kentucky Derby, Arlington is throwing the biggest Kentucky Derby party in Chicagoland!
Mother’s Day
May 10, 2020
This is your chance to give Mom a unique experience that will create memories to last a lifetime.
Country Night – Miller Lite Party in the Park After Dark
June 05, 2020
Giddy up for this special Country Night theme! Come early for an exhilarating afternoon of racing then stay into the night for dancing, live country music, and themed fun!
Champions Day
June 06, 2020
Enjoy a day dedicated to honoring local champions and photo opportunities of the hardware that goes with it!
College Day & Miller Lite Party in the Park
June 12, 2020
College students enjoy free General Admission with College ID, live music, $1 specials, and great giveaways!
Horsepower²
June 13, 2020
Enjoy horsepower on and off the track! The Thoroughbreds won't be the only ones with horsepower as Arlington brings back their classic car show.
Father’s Day
June 14, 2020
Father’s Day at Arlington has become a Chicagoland tradition. This is your chance to give Dad a unique experience that will create memories to last a lifetime!
Mascot Day
June 21, 2020
Enjoy a day of racing with your favorite mascots! The day wouldn’t be complete without a mascot race out of the gate on the main track.
Horses & Hounds
June 27, 2020
Check out adoptable dogs and ways to help retired racehorses on a fun filled day of horses and hounds!
NEW! Family Day+: Carnival Day
June 28, 2020
Enjoy Carnival classics at the first Family Day+ of the season! Enjoy everything a Family Day has to offer but with a live kids’ concert and amusement rides and games!
USA Night – Miller Lite Party in the Park After Dark
July 03, 2020
Celebrate 4th of July weekend with this USA theme, presented by Miller Lite! Come early for an exhilarating afternoon of racing then stay into the night for dancing, live music, and themed fun!
Fireworks Night
July 04, 2020
Experience live music and entertainment all day and into the night while the best fireworks display you will ever experience kicks off just after dusk.
First Responders’ Day
July 05, 2020
Celebrate our honorable First Responders with First Responders’ Day.
Brown & Clear with a Chance of Hops
July 11, 2020
Whether you like your whiskey neat, on the rocks, or straight up, this tasting ticket is exactly what you ordered. Tasting ticket also includes beer and spirits.
Around the World Day
July 12, 2020
Enjoy a day that celebrates the international flair of Arlington International Racecourse and the upcoming 38th Running of the Arlington Million on August 15th.
Food Truck Festival on Ride to the Million, presented by Miller Lite
July 18, 2020
Join us for the 7th annual Food Truck Festival featuring over 20 food trucks and multiple live bands! Plus, catch Arlington Million contenders in exciting prep races throughout the day.
NEW! Summer Day Camp Family Day
July 19, 2020
Make family memories that will last a lifetime with special activities geared towards family fun.
NEW! Adult Christmas in July
July 25, 2020
Celebrate Christmas in July with this fun adult themed day!
Family Day+: Super Safari Quest
July 26, 2020
Get wild at Arlington for this themed Family Day! Experience the “Big Five” and enjoy family day activities, a live kids’ concert, and amusement rides & games.
Bacon, Beer & Bloodys
August 01, 2020
Name a better trio, we’ll wait. Experience bacon-infused dishes, bloodys with all the fixings, and ice cold beer in The Park! *Ticketed event
Chicago White Sox Day
August 02, 2020
Show your South Side pride and celebrate the Chicago White Sox as Arlington International turns black, white, and silver for Chicago White Sox Day.
90’s Night – Miller Lite Party in the Park After Dark
August 07, 2020
Don’t be a dweeb…get ready for this special 90’s event! Come early for an exhilarating afternoon of racing then stay into the night for dancing, live music, and themed fun!
Aloha Arlington
August 08, 2020
Get lei’d as Arlington turns tropical for the day. Experience live racing action & a Hawaiian Luau. Aloha Arlington is free with General Admission, but to experience the event with the best value, purchase an Aloha Arlington drink ticket.
NEW! Pirate Day
August 09, 2020
Argggggh you ready for this fun pirate themed family day?
Arlington Million Day: 38th Running
August 15, 2020
The Arlington International Festival of Racing is THE must attend event of the summer.
NEW! Chicago Day
August 22, 2020
Celebrate the best city in the country, on Chicago Day at Arlington!
Arli Goes Back to School
August 23, 2020
Summer has ended and kids and Arli are getting ready to go back to school! Come celebrate Arli’s departure with a fun day for the whole family. PLUS, Arlington gives all teachers an A+ with FREE General Admission with valid ID at the Box Office.
NEW! Pre-Season Pre-Game
August 29, 2020
Get ready for football season with horse racing's spin on TAILgating (pun intended)!
NEW! Family Day+: Game-A-Palooza
August 30, 2020
Everyone's favorite games come to life at the last Family Day+ of the season!
Binny’s Taste at the Track
September 12, 2020
Taste hundreds of varieties of wine and enjoy samples of delicious food all at one of the largest wine tasting events of the Fall.
Drink Arlington Dry: Closing Day
September 26, 2020
Arlington closes the 2020 season with a multitude of drink specials and giveaways to thank our loyal fans!
Breakfast with Santa – December 14
December 14, 2019
The track is clear for Santa’s sleigh. Enjoy breakfast in the Million Room Restaurant. Breakfast with Santa includes a photo with Santa, kids’ crafts, Christmas music, cookie decorating, and more! New in 2019: two dates to choose from! Breakfast with Santa will be hosted on December 14th and 15th. *No Live Racing
Breakfast with Santa – December 15
December 15, 2019
The track is clear for Santa’s sleigh. Enjoy breakfast in the Million Room Restaurant. Breakfast with Santa includes a photo with Santa, kids’ crafts, Christmas music, cookie decorating, and more! New in 2019: two dates to choose from! Breakfast with Santa will be hosted on December 14th and 15th. *No Live Racing
Binny’s Spring Wine Expo & Tasting
April 04, 2020
Binny's biggest and best wine tasting event is back and better than ever! Join us at Arlington for an afternoon of tasting and exploration!
Breakfast with the Easter Bunny & Easter Egg Hunt
April 11, 2020
Hop on over to Arlington for an action packed morning. Reserve your spot for Breakfast with the Easter Bunny in the Million Room Restaurant or the Free Easter Egg Hunt. *No Live Racing
Opening Day
May 01, 2020
The long wait for live racing and entertainment to return is finally over!
Kentucky Derby Day
May 02, 2020
If you can’t be in the Bluegrass State for the Kentucky Derby, Arlington is throwing the biggest Kentucky Derby party in Chicagoland!
Mother’s Day
May 10, 2020
This is your chance to give Mom a unique experience that will create memories to last a lifetime.
Country Night – Miller Lite Party in the Park After Dark
June 05, 2020
Giddy up for this special Country Night theme! Come early for an exhilarating afternoon of racing then stay into the night for dancing, live country music, and themed fun!
Champions Day
June 06, 2020
Enjoy a day dedicated to honoring local champions and photo opportunities of the hardware that goes with it!
College Day & Miller Lite Party in the Park
June 12, 2020
College students enjoy free General Admission with College ID, live music, $1 specials, and great giveaways!
Horsepower²
June 13, 2020
Enjoy horsepower on and off the track! The Thoroughbreds won't be the only ones with horsepower as Arlington brings back their classic car show.
Father’s Day
June 14, 2020
Father’s Day at Arlington has become a Chicagoland tradition. This is your chance to give Dad a unique experience that will create memories to last a lifetime!
Mascot Day
June 21, 2020
Enjoy a day of racing with your favorite mascots! The day wouldn’t be complete without a mascot race out of the gate on the main track.
Horses & Hounds
June 27, 2020
Check out adoptable dogs and ways to help retired racehorses on a fun filled day of horses and hounds!
NEW! Family Day+: Carnival Day
June 28, 2020
Enjoy Carnival classics at the first Family Day+ of the season! Enjoy everything a Family Day has to offer but with a live kids’ concert and amusement rides and games!
USA Night – Miller Lite Party in the Park After Dark
July 03, 2020
Celebrate 4th of July weekend with this USA theme, presented by Miller Lite! Come early for an exhilarating afternoon of racing then stay into the night for dancing, live music, and themed fun!
Fireworks Night
July 04, 2020
Experience live music and entertainment all day and into the night while the best fireworks display you will ever experience kicks off just after dusk.
First Responders’ Day
July 05, 2020
Celebrate our honorable First Responders with First Responders’ Day.
Brown & Clear with a Chance of Hops
July 11, 2020
Whether you like your whiskey neat, on the rocks, or straight up, this tasting ticket is exactly what you ordered. Tasting ticket also includes beer and spirits.
Around the World Day
July 12, 2020
Enjoy a day that celebrates the international flair of Arlington International Racecourse and the upcoming 38th Running of the Arlington Million on August 15th.
Food Truck Festival on Ride to the Million, presented by Miller Lite
July 18, 2020
Join us for the 7th annual Food Truck Festival featuring over 20 food trucks and multiple live bands! Plus, catch Arlington Million contenders in exciting prep races throughout the day.
NEW! Summer Day Camp Family Day
July 19, 2020
Make family memories that will last a lifetime with special activities geared towards family fun.
NEW! Adult Christmas in July
July 25, 2020
Celebrate Christmas in July with this fun adult themed day!
Family Day+: Super Safari Quest
July 26, 2020
Get wild at Arlington for this themed Family Day! Experience the “Big Five” and enjoy family day activities, a live kids’ concert, and amusement rides & games.
Bacon, Beer & Bloodys
August 01, 2020
Name a better trio, we’ll wait. Experience bacon-infused dishes, bloodys with all the fixings, and ice cold beer in The Park! *Ticketed event
Chicago White Sox Day
August 02, 2020
Show your South Side pride and celebrate the Chicago White Sox as Arlington International turns black, white, and silver for Chicago White Sox Day.
90’s Night – Miller Lite Party in the Park After Dark
August 07, 2020
Don’t be a dweeb…get ready for this special 90’s event! Come early for an exhilarating afternoon of racing then stay into the night for dancing, live music, and themed fun!
Aloha Arlington
August 08, 2020
Get lei’d as Arlington turns tropical for the day. Experience live racing action & a Hawaiian Luau. Aloha Arlington is free with General Admission, but to experience the event with the best value, purchase an Aloha Arlington drink ticket.
NEW! Pirate Day
August 09, 2020
Argggggh you ready for this fun pirate themed family day?
Arlington Million Day: 38th Running
August 15, 2020
The Arlington International Festival of Racing is THE must attend event of the summer.
NEW! Chicago Day
August 22, 2020
Celebrate the best city in the country, on Chicago Day at Arlington!
Arli Goes Back to School
August 23, 2020
Summer has ended and kids and Arli are getting ready to go back to school! Come celebrate Arli’s departure with a fun day for the whole family. PLUS, Arlington gives all teachers an A+ with FREE General Admission with valid ID at the Box Office.
NEW! Pre-Season Pre-Game
August 29, 2020
Get ready for football season with horse racing's spin on TAILgating (pun intended)!
NEW! Family Day+: Game-A-Palooza
August 30, 2020
Everyone's favorite games come to life at the last Family Day+ of the season!
Binny’s Taste at the Track
September 12, 2020
Taste hundreds of varieties of wine and enjoy samples of delicious food all at one of the largest wine tasting events of the Fall.
Drink Arlington Dry: Closing Day
September 26, 2020
Arlington closes the 2020 season with a multitude of drink specials and giveaways to thank our loyal fans!
What To Wear
Anywhere from relaxed to glammed out, Arlington International has venue options that suit your style! Select what feels most comfortable to you and view the recommended locations that match your fashion preferences.
General Information
To make your trip to Arlington the best experience possible, please take a minute or two to learn about the track and our many amenities. The 2019 racing schedule kicks-off on May 3 and runs through September 21. We race rain or shine!
