Is Retama Park closing?

Retama Park has closed, at least temporarily, the victim of an ongoing political squabble in Austin. Kevin Whalen, the Selma track’s general manager, confirmed he received an email late Monday night stating the Texas Racing Commission was ceasing operations and informed the state’s racetracks to do the same.

What happened Retama Park?

The 20-day 2021 Retama Park Quarter Horse live racing season, originally scheduled to begin June 24, will now take place at Sam Houston Race Park, as approved Tuesday by the Texas Racing Commission.

Will Retama Park have live racing?

Live Video and Race Replays Retama Park offers a horse race track with some of the nation’s best full-field cards for horse races near Selma. We offer simulcast horse racing from around the country, Wednesday through Sunday.

What year did Retama Park open?

April 7, 1995
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But for now, lawmakers have provided enough funding for Retama Park and other Texas tracks until February, according to the report. The famed northeast Bexar County track first opened to a fanfare on April 7, 1995.

Is there a horse race at Retama Park?

Retama Park offers a horse race track with some of the nation’s best full-field cards for horse races near Selma. We offer simulcast horse racing from around the country, Wednesday through Sunday. Celebrate 25 Years with us this season! Parking is free. Gates open at 11 a.m. daily for simulcasting and live racing.

Where is Retama Park in San Antonio Texas?

Retama park brings to San Antonio a first class entertainment opportunity for meeting and party planners.

How old do you have to be to bet at Retama Park?

Children under 16 years of age must be accompanied by an adult. Must be 21 or older to wager. No more waiting in line! Retama Park is proud to bring you MBet – the new way to place a wager from your smartphone. Enjoy the convenience of betting from anywhere in the park!

When did Retama change dates to Quarter Horses?

The Texas Racing Commission (TRC) approved the changes and granted the requested slate of race dates at its Sept. 29 meeting. Retama had switched its schedule to exclusively Quarter Horses this season, swapping out Thoroughbred dates to other tracks in deference to the COVID-19 pandemic.