Arlington Illinois Thoroughbred Race Track

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Arlington's underlying commitment is to create an internationally acclaimed venue that reinvents horse racing as respectable and appealing entertainment. It does this by improving the long-term prospects for the entire industry by providing a model for racing. Arlington has been the recipient of numerous prestigious awards recognizing its significant contributions to racing. Arlington entertainment is a great show with good food in a distinctive setting. More important for the newcomer is the fact that such a setting provides a manageable, familiar and comfortable environment in which to learn about racing. Along with the full effect of racing's traditional pageantry Arlington hosts a live bugler in traditional dress, the parade of jockeys and the post parade. Arlington provides an abundance of non-racing entertainment throughout its race day. A day at Arlington is a day of fun and excitement. It is the total racing experience at the highest level.

Address / Location
Arlington Park
2200 W. Euclid
Arlington Heights, IL 60006

Telephone: (847) 385-7500 switchboard
(847) 385-7251 Main Fax

Track Facts

Main Track: One mile and one eight oval,
with chutes for 6 1/2, 7/8, 7 1/2, 1 mile.
Composition: 5 1/2 Cushion Pad - Sand Top Soil Mixture, 18% clay, 22% silt, 60% sand.
Width: 90 feet wide through the stretch.

Distance from last turn to finish: 1,049 feet.

Turf Course: One Mile Oval.
Composition: Grasses - 15% Red Fescue, 52% Kentucky Blue Grass, 31% Perennial Rye.
Dark Brown topsoil with 3% organics.
Width: 150 feet wide through the stretch.

Training Track: Five Furlongs

Stable Accommodations: 2,140 Stalls, 35 Barns.

Fun Facts

Arlington's grandstand roof is one of the largest cantilevered roofs with a completely unobstructed view of the track.

Arlington's saddling barn contains 14 stalls and has a red soft brick floor.
The lowest point of the ceiling (at the eaves) is 12'9".