Events at Del Mar
July 2025
Opening Day
Friday, July 18, 2025
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There's race day... and then there's Opening Day.
The Party
Friday, July 18, 2025
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Thrill seekers wanted for a day of style, sun, live music and racing action.
Hats Contest
Friday, July 18, 2025
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Create a hat worthy of Opening Day fame!
2025 Season
July 18 - September 7 & October 30 - November 30
Where the Turf Meets the Surf
Betting Challenge
Saturday, July 26 & Sunday, July 27, 2025
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Win big in the Del Mar Summer Betting Challenge.
August 2025
Pacific Classic
Saturday, August 30, 2025
Del Mar's richest and most prestigious race, the $1,000,000 Grade I Pacific Classic.
Pacific Classic Betting Challenge
Saturday, August 30, 2025
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Win big in the Pacific Classic Betting Challenge.
October 2025
2025 Season
July 18 - September 7 & October 30 - November 30
Where the Turf Meets the Surf
Breeders' Cup 2025
October 31 - November 1, 2025
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The Breeders' Cup will return Where the Turf Meets the Surf.
November 2025
Breeders' Cup 2025
October 31 - November 1, 2025
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The Breeders' Cup will return Where the Turf Meets the Surf.