Overview

• Governor Kathy Hochul and the New York Racing Association have officially confirmed that the 2026 Belmont Stakes will be held at Saratoga Race Course for the third consecutive year.
• The Triple Crown finale is set for Saturday, June 6, 2026, and will run over 1¼ miles due to the configuration of the Saratoga track.
• Belmont Park is undergoing a $455 million redevelopment project and remains on track to reopen in September 2026.
• NYRA officials say the temporary move ensures uninterrupted construction and paves the way for the Belmont Stakes’ return to Belmont Park in 2027.
• Saratoga will host a July 4 Racing Festival from July 3 to 6, and Belmont Park is lined up to stage the 2027 Breeders’ Cup.