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About Edmonton Exhibition Lands Racetrack
The Edmonton Exhibition Lands Racetrack, historically known as Northlands Park Racetrack & Casino, sits on the Northlands campus in Edmonton. This horse racing facility and gaming hub welcomed thousands from around the region with a 5/8 mile oval and diverse spectator spaces, including a grandstand with a capacity near 10,000 and a clubhouse seating area for about 800. While the site has been undergoing redevelopment and the Northlands Spectrum and related structures are being cleared, this page preserves a comprehensive overview of the venue’s vital details, existing accessibility, and nearby lodging and dining options for visitors who remember the era or plan to explore the Edmonton Exhibition Lands today.
Today, guests and locals can reference the historic footprint for context on parking, transport, and nearby services tied to the Edmonton Exhibition Lands. For those visiting, consider secure options for accommodations and meals nearby, with affiliate partner recommendations to support your travel plans. Transit access is available via the Coliseum LRT Station with a connecting pedway, and bus routes serve the Northlands area. The Expo Centre on-site offers substantial parking capacity, complementing the former racetrack layout and its surrounding facilities. As redevelopment progresses, stay tuned for new developments while appreciating the legacy of this landmark Edmonton site.
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Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Historic name and function: Northlands Park Racetrack & Casino (horse racing facility and gaming) on the Northlands campus in Edmonton.
- Location: Edmonton Spectrum property, 7410 Borden Park Rd NW, Edmonton, AB (part of the Edmonton Exhibition Lands).
- Opened/Closed: Opened around 1900; closed January 31, 2019.
- Historical capacity: Grandstand capacity around 10,000 spectators; clubhouse seating about 800; 5/8 mile oval for racing.
- Current status: The site is being demolished as part of the Edmonton Exhibition Lands redevelopment; Northlands Spectrum and related structures are being cleared for future use.
- Parking: Historically large parking capacity on the racetrack site; Edmonton EXPO Centre on-site parking offers about 3,800 spaces.
- Transit: Accessible via the Coliseum LRT Station with outdoor pedway; bus service available to the Northlands area.
- Nearby hotels: Eastglen Inn (about 0.34 miles from Expo Centre), Chateau Lacombe, and other downtown-area hotels nearby.
- Notable events hosted: Horse racing (Thoroughbred & Harness), Farmfair International, and the K-Days exhibition; the site also hosted other Northlands events prior to redevelopment.