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About Del Mar Race Tracks
Welcome to Del Mar Race Tracks, the iconic thoroughbred racing venue housed within the Del Mar Fairgrounds. With a rich history dating back to 1937 and a legacy tied to Bing Crosby, this track blends classic Southern California charm with modern racing experiences. Whether you’re here for a marquee race day or a casual afternoon at the track, we’ve got you covered with seating options, parking details, transit accessibility, and hand-picked hotel and dining recommendations to help you plan a smooth visit.
Address: 2260 Jimmy Durante Blvd, Del Mar, CA 92014. Capacity reaches 14,994 for the 2021 season, with a variety of seating choices—from Stadium and Clubhouse seating to private Skyrooms and suites. On racing days, enjoy complimentary shuttle service from Solana Beach, easy access to Amtrak/Coaster stops nearby, and a rideshare drop-off/pickup lot on Jimmy Durante Blvd.
Del Mar is not only about racing; it’s a destination. The Hilton San Diego/Del Mar sits just across the track and offers convenient lodging for visitors, while Solana Beach and Rancho Santa Fe host a selection of upscale hotels and dining experiences. For race fans, premium seating enhancements and attendance considerations have marked Del Mar as a premier Breeders’ Cup host site (2017, 2021). Secure your seats and plan your day with confidence—we’ve gathered essential details on seating, parking, transit, and nearby recommendations to help you navigate from arrival to post-time.
Note: For all events, ticket holders should review the specific event page for any date-specific notes or changes. If a date is listed as TBA or RESCHEDULED from a previous date, we’ll communicate that clearly on the event page.
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Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Address: 2260 Jimmy Durante Blvd, Del Mar, CA 92014.
- Venue type: Thoroughbred horse racing track within the Del Mar Fairgrounds.
- Total seating capacity: 14,994 (as reported for the 2021 season).
- Parking: On-site parking charged per vehicle; no re-entry; parking passes included with seating packages on some ticket offerings.
- Transit: Complimentary shuttle from Solana Beach station on race days; Amtrak/Coaster stops nearby; rideshare drop-off/pickup lot on Jimmy Durante Blvd.
- Seating/chart: Grandstand seating on Clubhouse Level 3 and Stretch Run Level 5; private Skyrooms with various capacities on Level 6; seating options include Stadium/Clubhouse areas and private suites.
- Nearby hotels: Hilton San Diego/Del Mar is directly across from the track; other options include upscale resorts in nearby Solana Beach and Rancho Santa Fe.
- Notable events: Host site for the Breeders’ Cup World Championships (2017, 2021) with premium seating enhancements and attendance caps; track history dates to 1937, founded with Bing Crosby involvement.