Vancouver's earliest horse races took place in 1889 along Howe Street which was in the very middle of the city. Due to the huge popularity of the contests taking place there, a few horsemen created the British Columbia Jockey Club and soon a better track rose from the dirt and was known as the East Park racetrack. The name was changed to Hastings racecourse soon after and is now owned solely by the Great Canadian Gaming Corporation.

In 1947 the Giant Dipper was torn down to make space for a much better 5 and a half furlong Hastings racecourse.

The Hastings Racecourse has lovely mountain and water views making it one of the more picturesque racecourses in North America.

Facilities

In 1965 a much improved grandstand was built and the track surface was refinished. In 1968 floodlights were installed to enable night racing and in 1976 they built on to create the grandstand as it is known today. The massive tiered grandstand allow for impeccable views of the racing, whilst simulcast TV monitors show horse racing live from around the world. There are an abundance of slot machines on the floor, with 3 top class restaurants as well as concession stands on site.

They have a free shuttle service running from local malls and other destinations to the racecourse 2 hourly (schedules subject to change).

Hastings - Notable Races

British Columbia Breeders' Cup Oaks

British Columbia Breeders' Cup Derby

Lieutenant Governors Stakes

Ballerina Breeders' Cup Stakes

Fantasy Stakes

Ascot Graduation Stakes

George Royal Stakes

BC Cup Classic

Jim Coleman Province Stakes

Jack Diamond Futurity

Hastings - Contact Details

Hastings Racecourse is located behind the Pacific National Exhibition grounds ? you can enter the course through gates 6 or 9.

For more information you can contact them directly on (604) 254-1631 for Reception, (604) 255-8823 or; (800) 677-7702 for the Race Office or on info@hastingsracecourse.com

Hastings - Betting

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