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About Scarborough Downs
Scarborough Downs is a historic Maine venue in Scarborough, located at 175 Scarborough Downs Rd. While the original harness racing track closed live racing after 2020, the site is being redeveloped into The Downs, a 577-acre mixed-use Town Center. This page covers current access, seating history, parking, transit, and nearby hotel and dining options. Whether you’re researching the site’s past or planning a future visit to The Downs, we’ve got you covered with practical details and trustworthy recommendations.
As Scarborough Downs transforms, the legacy of horse racing remains a key part of local history. The grandstand once held 3,000+ spectators with clubhouse seating over 800 and parking accommodating around 10,000 vehicles. The site’s accessibility via the Metro Green Line and planned bus connections helps visitors reach Scarborough’s growing Town Center. For accommodations and meals, look to nearby hotels and partner restaurants that align with the evolving district’s character and convenience. Secure your seats or arrangements through trusted partners, and rely on us for straightforward, no-nonsense guidance on visiting Scarborough Downs and the surrounding area.
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Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Address: 175 Scarborough Downs Rd, Scarborough, ME 04074.
- Original venue: harness racing track; final live races held November 28–30, 2020.
- Historical capacity: grandstand 3,000+ seats; clubhouse 800+; parking for about 10,000 vehicles.
- Historical total seating: up to about 6,500 spectators (varies by source).
- Current status: site is being redeveloped into The Downs, a 577-acre mixed-use Town Center.
- Transit: The Downs is served by the Metro Green Line; planned/built bus connections link to other communities.
- Parking: The Downs offers on-street parking; large-scale parking historically served the track.
- Nearby hotels: The Town Center plans include a 120-room boutique hotel.
- Notable events: historic harness racing meets; 1980 attendance record of 9,133; the grandstand repurposed for non-racing uses (e.g., vaccine clinic in 2021).