Wiener Dog Racing: On Saturday, March 2, Wiener Dog Racing returns to the Fair Grounds. Fifty dogs will race in four preliminary heats to qualify for the final heat to compete for top wiener. This event is presented by Double M Feed, Garden & Pet Supply. First post is 12:45 p.m. CT
Louisiana Derby Golf Tournament: On Monday, March 11 join members of the Fair Grounds racetrack community on the links for the Louisiana Derby Golf Tournament. Proceeds will benefit the Fair Grounds’ backstretch community. Door prizes will be available in addition to a raffle. Vendor partnerships are also available. Vendors, players, and partners should contact Stacy Repath via email or phone at (504) 312-8721 for more information.
Starlight Racing: On March 15, Starlight Racing is back at Fair Grounds with a 5pm first post. The Pontchartrain Wrecks will perform in the Tent from 6-10PM & The Phunky Monkeys will perform in the Clubhouse from 7-11PM. As always, General Admission is $10 and Clubhouse & Starlight Tent Admission is $25. Tickets can be purchased at Ticketmaster.com
Louisiana Derby: The 111th $1 million Twinspires.com Louisiana Derby (G2) will be run on March 23..Louisiana Derby Day will feature eight stakes worth $2.65 million including the Fair Grounds Oaks presented by Fasig-Tipton (G2), the New Orleans Classic Presented by Relyne GI By Hagyard (G2), and the Muniz Memorial presented by Horse Racing Nation (G2). First post is noon.
Breast Cancer Second Line Benefiting the Shantel Lanerie Foundation: March 24th will mark the 2ndannual Breast Cancer Survivor and Memorial Second Line. The second line will take place after the last race. Participants can register online at www.fairgroundsracecourse.com/racing-information/breast-cancer-survivor-memorial-second-line/ Adult $40; Kids $20
