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Celebrate the Kentucky Derby in Del Mar
Don big hats, sip mint juleps and bet on the ponies in the Kentucky Derby this weekend from Del Mar.
More than 2,100 miles away from Churchill Downs, horse racing fans can make their bets at Del Mar Race Place on Saturday for the 139th Kentucky Derby.
The Del Mar Race Place at the Del Mar Fairgrounds will open its gates at 7 a.m. Saturday for the Kentucky Derby. The first post is at 7:30 a.m. and the derby runs at 3:20 p.m. PST.
Guests can enjoy mint juleps, food and derby merchandise.
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It is $5 for general admission, $2.50 for Diamond Club Members of the Race Place, plus $5 for theater seats and $20 for the Saddle Club package, which includes admission, program, a rose and a commemorative glass.
Get there early to get your bets in and find a good seat.
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