LIVE HORSE RACING ALL SUMMER AT EVERGREEN
Live pari-mutuel horse racing—an experience unique to the Peace Country—is back for another exciting season at J.D.A. Raceway at Evergreen Park in Grande Prairie.
The Horses At Evergreen Park will run every Saturday and Sunday from July 6 to August 24, with a special Holiday Monday card on August 4. First post time each day is 1:15 p.m., and admission is free.
Race Day Fun for Everyone
Fans can take in the action from the Gordon Badger Stadium grandstand, enjoy refreshments under the hospitality tent, and place bets an outdoor kiosk or inside the MNP Concourse, where a walk-up teller station and additional kiosks are available.
For families, the Kidz Zone includes a giant sand pile and the ever-popular Co-op Candy Toss after the fourth race each day.
Come Early, Eat Well
Start your race day with a full breakfast for just $7.95, available from 9–11 a.m. daily at either the Wild Horse Casino & Lounge or Pines Family Restaurant.
Special Event Highlights
- July 6 – Opening Day: Free hot dogs for the first 500 fans!
- July 20 – Wiener Dog Derby (Presented by Ovintiv): Watch these pint-sized racers dash between horse races.
- July 27 – Baconfest: A tasty tradition, with proceeds supporting the County Firefighters.
- August 3 – Derby Day: Featuring the GP Oaks and the GP Derby.
- August 9–10 – Memorial Weekend: Honouring those who have shaped Alberta’s racing history.
- August 17 – Open Farm Day: Sample delicious farm-to-table fare.
- August 24 – Mr. Mike’s Paint The Park Purple – Race for the Cure: A special day raising awareness for pancreatic cancer.
Whether you're a seasoned fan or new to the sport, Evergreen Park’s summer race season promises thrilling action, fun family experiences, and meaningful community events—all set in a one-of-a-kind northern Alberta venue.
See you at the track!