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Ziegfeld Gets a Perfect Pocket Trip to Win the Open Trot at Buffalo

After following the heavy favorite for most of the race, Ziegfeld used the passing lane to register his fifth win of the year.

Father's Day

Kids will enjoy free pony rides, sno cones, and cotton candy, along with all the horse power. In addition to all the betting act…

Belmont Stakes

Watch and wager on the Belmont Stakes

Goodnite Goodluck Gets a Perfect Pocket Trip to Win the Open Pace

After leaving sharply from post six, Goodnite Goodluck tucked in nicely in the two hole, and was much the best in the stretch.

Mythical Hall Trots the Fastest Mile of the Meet at Buffalo

Driver Kevin Cummings put Meadows invader Mythical Hall on the lead, and the rest of the field had no chance.

Preakness Stakes

Saturday May 18 watch and wager on the Preakness Stakes

Raceway Rewards

Wager $1,500 or more in a calendar month a 2% reward in the form of a wagering voucher

Download the Mobile App

Download the Erie County Fair mobile application for a dedicated section to Buffalo Raceway.

Dontgetinskyway Wins the Open Pace in a Thriller

Dontgetinskyway prevails by a head over Fireyourguns to win a very exciting Open Pace.

Under The Stars Loved the Sloppy Track in the Open Trot

Reinsman Jim McNeight put Under The Stars on the lead, and the six-year-old gelding took no prisoners to register his second win…

NYSS Schedule Changes

New Yor Sire Stakes rescheduled to June 1

Goodnite Goodluck Much the Best in Open Pace at Buffalo

A strong last last quarter-mile, and some fast early fractions by last week's Open winner was all that Goodnite Goodluck needed …

Ziegfeld Takes the Featured Trot at Buffalo

Driver John Cummings, Jr., sat patiently sixth for most of the race, then entering the stretch, asked Ziegfeld for everything he…

Kentucky Derby at Buffalo Raceway

Experience all the Derby action Saturday May 4

Get Back To The Track July 6th

You are invited Back To The Track Saturday July 6

Adelia's Prince Gets Another Perfect Pocket Trip to Win the Open Pace

Just like last week, Adelia's Prince and driver Jim McNeight used the passing lane en route to another Open Pace win in 1:55.1.

Windsong Ingenius Just Holds On to Win the Open Trot

Driver Ray Fisher, Jr., put Windsong Ingenius on the lead, and the four-year-old gelding just held on to win by a neck.

40 Year Old Trifecta

The trifecta finishers in Wednesday's first race tallied a combined age of 40, with 862 starts over their racing careers

Adelia's Prince Wins the Open Pace at Buffalo in a Shocker

Getting a perfect pocket trip was all that was needed for Adelia's Prince, who registered a lifetime best win.

Hour Lavec Repeats in Open Trot at Buffalo

Driver John Cummings, Jr. put Hour Lavec on the lead, and the seven-year-old gelding took no prisoners en route to his second Op…

Goodnite Goodluck Gets a Perfect Pocket Trip to Win the Open Pace

Driver Kevin Cummings swung Goodnite Goodluck to the inside passing lane, and the seven-year-old bay horse did all the rest.

Hour Lavec Much the Best in Open Trot

Driver John Cummings, Jr., put the seven-year-old gelding on the lead, and Hour Lavec took no prisoners winning by three lengths…

King Otra Captures Open Pace at Buffalo

Getting a perfect pocket trip, King Otra unleashed a :27.2 last quarter-mile to nip last week's Open winner by a nose.

Ziegfeld Gets up Just in Time to Win the Open Trot at Buffalo

A perfectly timed drive by Jim Morrill, Jr., put Ziegfeld in the winner's circle Friday night.

Racing Four Days a Week

Buffalo Raceway adds Thursday to the schedule starting April 4

Goodnite Goodluck Much the Best in Open Pace at Buffalo

Driver Kevin Cummings put Goodnite Goodluck on the lead and the seven-year-old did all the rest winning by three lengths.

Talladega Hanover Noses Out the Competition in Open Trot

Driver Kevin Cummings put Talladega Hanover on the lead, and the six-year-old gelding just held on to win by a nose.

Fantasypan Jumps up in Class to Win the Open Pace

Fantasypan and driver Jack Flanigen went wire to wire to win the $11,000 Open Pace.

Baileys Magic Goes Wire to Wire in Featured Trot

Driver Ray Fisher, Jr. put Baileys Magic on the lead, and the six-year-old gelding took no prisoners.

Spender Hanover Uses the passing lane for Open Pace Win

A perfect pocket trip and the passing lane was all that was needed for driver Jim McNeight and Spender Hanover.

Bit O Looks Wins the Filly and Mares Open Trot

Driver Dan Noble had Bit O Looks perfectly positioned to win her third race of the year.

2012 Tickets Expire

Over $48,000 in tickets must be cashed by April 1, 2013...

Morrill Wins 7 in 2013 Debut

It was a night for great 2013 debuts as Morrill wins 7 and Ziegfeld takes Open Trot.

Guaranteed Pick 4 and Pick 7

Wednesdays will feature a $5,000 Guaranteed Pick 4. Aong with a Pick 7 everynight.

Pompano Invader Cole Hard Cash Surprises in Open Pace

Dismissed by the bettors at 10-1, Cole Hard Cash and driver Dan Noble closed strongly in the stretch to win the Open Pace.

JA'S Charmer Wins Filly and Mares Open Trot in a Shocker

Dismissed by the bettors at 9-1, JA'S Charmer won her first start of the year with reinsman Billy Dobson in the sulky.

Machman gets a Perfect Trip in Open Pace

Machman and driver Billy Dobson sat second until the top of the stretch.

Talladega Hanover Much the Best in Open Trot

Once on the lead, the rest of the horses had no chance against Talladega Hanover.

Harness Handicapping Contest

Enter the Spring Harness Handicapping Contest to win entry in the $100,000 World Harness Handicapping Championship

Dontgetinskyway Repeats in Open Pace here at Buffalo

For the second week in a row, Dontgetinskyway and reinsman Dave McNeight III won the Open Pace in thrilling fashion.

Most Wanted Lindy Captures Open Trot Win

Most Wanted Lindy went over the $100,000 mark with a win in the $11,000 Open Trot.

Dontgetinskyway Grinds out a Tough Open Pace Win

Dontgetinskyway earned an Open Pace win being first-over for most of the mile.

Talladega Hanover Romps in Open Trot

Driver Shawn Gary put the pedal to the metal and Talladega Hanover romped by 9-1/4 lengths.

Cam Patch is Razor Sharp in Open Pace

Driver Dan Noble put the eight-year-old gelding on the lead, and Cam Patch did all the rest.

The Bandfromboston wins the Filly and Mares Open Trot

A thrilling stretch drive saw Thebandfromboston and driver Mark Beckwith prevail by a neck.

Shu Fu Wins Open Pace in a Thriller

Driver Ray Fisher, Jr., had Shu Fu perfectly positioned for a late race brush to win the Open Pace.

Hailstorm Volo goes wire to wire in Open Trot

On a cold windy night, trainer-driver Jack Flanigen put Hailstorm Volo on the lead, and the five-year-old gelding took no prison…

Miliondollardesign goes wire to wire in Open Pace

With the meets leading driver in the sulky, Miliondollardesign cut all the fractions in the race.

Keystone Bernard Surprises in Open Trot

In what was the best race of the night, Keystone Bernard won a four horse blanket finish with Shawn Gray in the bike.

New Faces Calling Buffalo Raceway Home in 2013

Newcomers Dobson, Paquet, and Wrenn look to compete with Gray, Noble and Cummings.

Noble pilots six winners on Opening Night

Driver Dan Noble steered home six winners, which included both featured races.

Season Opens Wednesday with Optimism

The 71st year of racing opens January 9th with...

Year of Changes Awaits in 2013

The horses are rearing to go in 2013 with numerous changes for horsemen and fans.

Licensing

A valid NYS Racing and Wagering Board license is required for all horsemen and employees. Representatives will be available dur…

Qualifiers January 4th

Qualifiers will be held Friday January 4th at 5:30 pm

Watch NFL Sunday Ticket at Buffalo Raceway

Hamburg, NY – Buffalo Raceway is pleased to announce it will carry the NFL Sunday Ticket for the 2012 football season. Starting …

Dr Kanter To Be Honored By UNY-USHWA

Dr Peter Kanter will be recognized for his time and effort for the betterment of harness racing over the past 30 years.

New York Sire Stakes Award Winners

Archangel takes USTA District 8 Horse of the Year.

Buffalo Raceway's Year End Award Winners

Upstate NY Chapter President Tim Bojarski, and delegate and Publicity Director Sam Pendolino dish out the hardware Saturday nigh…

Three-Year-Old Filly Trot

Fortunista didn't get many headlines but is the point leader heading into Saturday's Night of Champions

New Owner Seminar

Harness Horse Breeders to offer new owner seminar September 8th

Summertime Lea Ties the Track Record at Buffalo

Summertime Lea registered her third NYSS win with Jim Morrill, Jr., in the sulky.

Gary Gregory to UNY USHWA Hall of Fame

Gary Gregory to be honored by the UNY USHWA Sunday July 15.

Timothy Patrick Breaks the Buffalo Track Record

With Jim Morrill, Jr. in the Sulky, Timothy Patrick won in 2:01.2 for his first lifetime win.

Erie County Fair Races

The Erie County Fair and Buffalo Raceway will host New York County Fair races on Wednesday July 18, first post 1:00 pm

Jim McNeight Gets Win Number 3,000

With family and friends in attendance, veteran reinsman Jim McNeight got win number 3,000 guiding Hugs Again to his second win o…

Erie County Fair

Simulcast closed through August 21 for Erie County Fair

Golden Terror Repeats in Open Pace

Making a good case for Buffalo Raceway's horse of the year, Golden Terror recorded his ninth win of the year.

Fortunista Breaks Maiden After Earning $93K

Fortunista, Miss Fidget and Anandamide take NYSS divisions

Delano and Archangel win NYSS Races at Buffalo

Delano in track record time and hometown favorite Archangel won easily on a beautiful Sunday afternoon.

Baileys Magic just Holds On in Open Trot

In the nights closest race, Baileys Magic registered his tenth win this year, with Dan Noble in the sulky.

Dennis Cummings Passes

Long time Buffalo and Batavia trainer passes on May 14, 2012.

Steelhead Hanover Steals the Show in Track Record Performance at Buffalo

Jim Morrill, Jr. put Steelhead Hanover on the lead just past the 1/4 pole, and the Bettor's Delight offspring did all the rest e…

Ranger Gus Goes over the $100,000 mark with win in Open Trot

Driver Kevin Cummings put Ranger Gus on the lead, and he took no prisoners en route to his 5th win of the year.

New York Sire Stakes kick off Saturday

Three divisions of sophomore Colt Pacers will take to the Hamburg Oval in NYSS action going for purses over $48,000.

Golden Terror Repeats in Open Handicap Pace

This weeks driver was different (Dan Noble), but the results were the same, as Golden Terror scores another Open win.

Golden Terror Pulls Off a 15-1 Shocker in Open Pace

Golden Terror loved the off going, as he registered his fifth win of the season with Keith Kash, Jr., in the sulky.

Updated Ship In Policy

Updated policy for horses not currently housed at Buffalo Raceway

March 30 Early Daily Double

Statement regarding the early Daily Double on March 30. ~updated April 3

Perfect Man goes over $200,000 lifetime with win in Open Trot

Perfect Man registered his second win this year, with reinsman Dave McNeight, Jr. in the bike.

Anglebrook and Golden Terror Dead Heat in Open Pace Feature

An epic battle between the meets top two reinsman resulted in a dead heat for win in the $10,000 Feature.

Terror Of Thetrack gets a Perfect Trip in Niatross Final

Terror Of Thetrack registered his second win this year in the "Niatross" Final.

Buffalo Raceway's News and Notes

The addition of Shawn Gray and Dan Noble to the driving colony has certainly made a differnce in handicapping and wagering to st…

NYRA Takeout Error

Buffalo Raceawy has establisehd the following policies and procedures to correct the NYRA takeout error.

2012 Open with Big Crowd and Great Weather

Starter Todd Reese summoned the horses for the first race at Buffalo Raceway to open the start of the seventieth season of live …

2012 is Year of Changes

The 70th year of racing opens Wednesday January 11 with numerous changes.

2011 Season Recap

The 2011 harness racing season at Buffalo Raceway on The Fairgrounds in Hamburg, NY came to a conclusion Sunday, July 24 with a …

Three New Barns To Be Built

Hamburg, NY – Three new barns are to be built this fall at Buffalo Raceway, on The Fairgrounds in Hamburg, NY, pending New York …