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About Vernon Downs

Welcome to Vernon Downs, a versatile venue in Vernon, New York that combines harness racing excitement, a racino experience, and an on-site hotel. Whether you’re here for a high-stakes race, a live concert, or a weekend getaway, we’ve got you covered with clear, straightforward ticket options and insider tips to secure your seats. Read on for seating details, parking, transit options, and nearby hotels and dining to plan a smooth visit.

Vernon Downs has hosted notable events like the Empire Breeders Classic and the Dr. Harry M. Zweig Memorial Trot, along with NY Sire Stakes and past major music acts. The on-site Vernon Downs Casino Hotel adds convenient lodging, while nearby Turning Stone Resort & Casino and Verona-area hotels provide additional options. For motor-coach groups, Vernon Downs offers dedicated drop-off/pick-up zones and ample on-site parking, making it an accessible destination for events and performances. Secure your seats with confidence—we’ve got you covered with reliable ticket access and clear information on venue amenities.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Address: 4229 Stuhlman Rd, Vernon, NY 13476.
  • Venue type: Harness racing track, racino, and on-site hotel (Vernon Downs Casino Hotel).
  • Event center capacity: historically up to 500 for concerts (site expansion in 2011 added a 500-person capacity event center).
  • Parking: Plenty of parking on site; additional parking on Youngs Road behind the track; motor-coach groups can use dedicated drop-off/pick-up and on-site parking.
  • Transit: Motor coach groups welcome; no dedicated public transit listed; nearest major travel hubs are Syracuse Hancock Intl (SYR) and Rome (RME) airports.
  • Nearby hotels: On-site Vernon Downs Casino Hotel; nearby options include Turning Stone Resort & Casino (Verona, ~10 miles away) and other Verona-area hotels (e.g., Hampton Inn Verona, Fairfield Inn Verona).
  • Notable events hosted: Empire Breeders Classic, Dr. Harry M. Zweig Memorial Trot, NY Sire Stakes; major music/concert events and festivals (e.g., K-Rockathon-era acts; America concert in 2012; Sci-Fi Horror Fest).