Gulfstream Park, horse racing venue in Hallandale Beach, Florida, US
Gulfstream Park is a horse racing venue in Hallandale Beach, Florida, featuring three separate tracks made of dirt, synthetic material, and grass for different types of racing. The grounds include a large casino, more than twenty food and beverage outlets, shops, and a public plaza with fountains and a performance stage.
The venue opened in 1939 and quickly became a popular horse racing destination in the region. Over the decades, it expanded its facilities and began hosting major races including the Pegasus World Cup and the Florida Derby, which continue to draw large crowds today.
The park serves as a gathering place where spectators from different backgrounds come together to experience horse racing. The venue has evolved into a social hub where the tradition of wagering on races and celebrating victories remains central to how visitors engage with the space.
The venue is easily accessible by car on South Federal Highway and sits about 2.6 miles from the Aventura Brightline train station for those preferring public transportation. The park operates daily throughout the year with different race events scheduled at various times, making it flexible for visitors to plan their visit.
The Pegasus World Cup race takes place here every January and is considered one of the country's largest horse racing events, featuring substantial prize money and celebrity attendance. The event draws some of the fastest racing horses and most accomplished jockeys in the world.
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