For Immediate Release
Media Contact:
Diantha Brazzell
Communications Manager
(972) 237-1140
dianthab@lonestarpark.com
THE THOROUGHBREDS ARE BACK AND READY TO FILL THE GATE AND KICK OFF OPENING WEEKEND OF THE 2021 LIVE RACING SEASON
The $75,000 Bluebonnet Stakes Is First On the Card Thursday!
GRAND PRAIRIE, Texas (Tuesday, April 20, 2021)With so much uncertainty everyone has had to endure over the past year+, we can finally count on something. Lone Star Park’s Thoroughbred Racing Season opens Thursday night, April 22 for 48 days of great racing continuing through July 11.
 
Here is what’s on tap for the well anticipated Opening Weekend April 22-25.
 
Magnetic Schedule giveaway all weekend long. Be one of the first 500 fans each day to get yours!
 
Thursday Gates open at 4:30 p.m. and post time for the first of nine live races, the $75,000 Bluebonnet Stakes is at 6:35 p.m. Be sure to arrive early and be one of the first 1,000 adults to receive a free Lone Star Park branded face mask.
Between the races head over to the Courtyard of Champions Stage to see Kraig Parker, a World-renowned Elvis tribute artist. Parker will be performing between races from 6 p.m. until 10 p.m.
 
Friday, gates open at 1 p.m. First of nine live races is at 2:35.p.m. Enjoy our new “Happy Hour with the Horses” every Friday from 2 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. We’ll have $2.75 16 oz. Miller Lite Drafts, $2.75 12 oz. Margaritas, good food and outdoor bet takers all from shaded patio seats overlooking the racetrack in the Courtyard of Champions!
 
Saturday, gates open at 1 p.m. First of nine live races is at 2:35 p.m.
 
Come for the Crawfish Boil on Sunday, April 25 in the Courtyard of Champions and enjoy Zydeco music between races by Jay-B and The Zydeco Posse. Gates open at 1 p.m. First of nine live races is 2:35 p.m.
 
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About Lone Star Park
Lone Star Park at Grand Prairie; A major league sports entertainment attraction that features two exciting racing seasons annually. Over 700,000 guests visit our beautiful facility each year, which features a seven-level glass-enclosed Grandstand, highlighted by our 1,200-seat Silks Dining Room and our 48 luxurious Penthouse Suites, all overlooking the newest race track in Texas. Situated next to our Grandstand is the 36,000 square foot world-class Las Vegas-style Racebook and simulcast facility, Bar & Book, which features wagering on horse racing from around the world 7-days a week year-round.

2021 Thoroughbred Racing Season; The heart of our product offering, running 48-days from April 22 through July 11. The Thoroughbred Racing Season runs during Triple Crown season and features an action-packed promotional schedule with lively entertainment and fun for the entire family.

Lone Star Park is located on Beltline Road, just ½ mile north of I-30 in Grand Prairie, Texas. Visit LoneStarPark.com for more information.
Lone Star Park at Grand Prairie | 1000 Lone Star PKWY, Grand Prairie, TX 75050
(972) 263-RACE (7223) | LoneStarPark.com