THOROUGHBRED & DOG RACING

Miami's appeal isn't bounded by its dazzling sunshine and spectacular beaches. Residents of Williams Island enjoy scores of other pleasurable diversions including substantial opportunities to view and wager on some of the finest races in the Southeast.

Gulfstream Park Racing & Casino is one of the most prestigious tracks in the Southeast. Host to the Florida Derby since 1952, as well as some of the nation's most prestigious racing stakes including the Gulfstream Park Handicap, Skip Away Handicap, Donn Handicap, Caltech Handicap, and the American Handicap, this two-track thoroughbred racing facility is located very close to Williams Island.

It also offers poker, slot machines, and sizzling retail shops. With thoroughbred racing from January - April, it is also home to two key Kentucky Derby prep races - the Fountain of Youth Stakes in February, and the Florida Derby in March. Additionally the area also quarters Calder, which is located next to Dolphins Stadium, which launches racing beginning in the end of April and continues until early January. With a 1 1/8 mile dirt oval and a 1 mile chute, as well as a 1 mile inner turf track and a seating capacity of over 16,000, this venue is also commonly used for live concerts and other festivities. When visiting these excellent venues you are sure to experience the excitement of these illustrious races the way they should be enjoyed.

Offering area residents more thoroughbred racing excitement, Calder Race Course has had a large fan base ever since it began hosting events in 1971. With 1,800 thoroughbred stalls and a seating capacity of 15,000, it is equipped for the grandest festivities. Besides watching the races, you can walk its beautiful gardens, dine casually in the food court or relish in fine dining and mouthwatering delicacies in the elegant Turf Club.

Besides thoroughbred racing, Miami is host to dog racing at Flagler Greyhound Racing and Poker Entertainment Center. Furnishing live greyhound racing from the beginning of June until the end of November, this venue also features superb amenities. Savor lunch or dinner at its clubhouse restaurant or enjoy an icy beverage at its bar or concessions. Also presenting high-stakes poker with monthly tournaments, simulcast of harness, thoroughbred, and greyhound racing, and with gates that open at noon year-round, this venue is a sure-fire way to enjoy the adrenaline rush of gaming any time of year.

Visit one of Miami's racetracks and take advantage of their many opportunities for viewing excitement and the thrill of wagering on some of the finest races available. You won't be disappointed.