Santa Anita Park Fall Classic 2026
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Santa Anita's fall stakes program includes several Grade I and Grade II races that draw horses from beyond California — trainers targeting the Breeders' Cup championships in November use Santa Anita fall races as condition tests. The Santa Anita handicaps and the Oak Tree Racing Association's fall program provide a quality of racing uncommon in the fall California stakes calendar.
The Santa Anita Paddock — the historic walking ring with mountain backdrop — is one of the iconic images of American horse racing. The paddock is open to general admission ticket holders, providing direct access to horses and jockeys in the pre-race saddling ritual. This is the best place in American racing to see top-class thoroughbreds up close before a stakes race.
Santa Anita Park is at 285 W Huntington Dr in Arcadia, accessible from the I-210 and US-210. Metro Gold/L Line at Arcadia station connects to a free shuttle to the track on race days. Parking on-site. General admission allows access to the apron, grandstand, and paddock. Clubhouse and terrace upgrades available. Racing runs Friday through Sunday and select Mondays through early November.
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