Action Packed 2015 Sham Stakes at Santa Anita Park

Action Packed 2015 Sham Stakes at Santa Anita Park: The 2015 Sham Stakes takes place at Santa Anita this Saturday on January 10th. The G3 $100,000 Sham Stakes is for three-year-old thoroughbreds working their way down the 2015 Kentucky Derby Trail. Ten Kentucky Derby leader board points will be awarded to the first place finisher of the one-mile 2015 Sham Stakes. In addition to amazing events within the track’s restaurants, Santa Anita Park has much to offer on Sham Stakes day including the $200,000 G2 San Pasqual Stakes and a special California Chrome “Vox Populi” autograph signing.

What do do at Santa Anita Park on Sham Stakes Day…

First post time is 12:30 PM and the Santa Anita gates open at 10:30 AM. Enjoy the race from the stands on the track or try out the Bud Light Lounge, which is a special feature at Santa Anita Park. The Bud Light Lounge combines the best of football and racing every Saturday. It is open from 10:00 AM-6:00 PM. There is a private lounge area with a view of the Paddock Gardens & Walking Ring. There are over 20HD TV’s which will feature the race and major football games of the day. There are also private betting stations and free access to two full sized pool tables on a first come first serve basis. Purchase tickets ahead of time online for $20 per ticket or purchase tickets the day of the race for $25 per ticket. Each ticket includes Bud Light Lounge entry, general admission into the track and a racing program, as well as an all-you-can-eat buffet served from 12:00 PM-3:00 PM. Your first Bud Light or Budweiser is free, and there are $3 Bud Lights, Budweiser and specialty cocktail served all day. Patrons must be 21 or older and seating is first come first serve.

For a more private track and race day experience, purchase tickets for Farriers at Santa Anita. With the Farriers experience patrons get their own personal box, Clubhouse admission, a craft brew from Farriers in the Club House Mezzanine, an entrée from a Club House Mezzanine restaurant, a commemorative pint glass or koozie. Please note that there must be a minimum purchase of 2 packages and prior arrangements must be made for children in the party. Purchase tickets online now and use promo code: CRAFT for a 40% discount off of your ticket.

A new feature to enjoy at Santa Anita Park is The Gallop Out, which is a new sports bar in the Club House. Admission is free with a $10 Club House admission fee. There is a private bar, private wagering, and TVs featuring the race. It offers a great view of the first turn on the track. For $15 race goers receive Club House admission, your first drink from the Gallop Out, and a racing program.

For those interested in betting, every Saturday, Santa Anita offers a $40 Handicapping Contest with $800 in daily prize money. The top 5 will qualify for the finals and compete for a $4,500 prize.

A unique experience that patrons can enjoy on Sham Stakes day in particular, is an autograph singing from 11:00 AM-12:00 PM with the California Chrome team including Jockey Victor Espinoza, Trainer Art Sherman, and owners Steve Coburn and Perry Martin. California Chrome is being honored as the winner for the 5th annual Secretariat “Vox Populi” award, although California Chrome will not be present. You will want to be early because only the first 2,000 fans will receive a poster and have it signed.

Who to bet on in the 2015 Sham Stakes…

Sham Stakes 2015 Post Positions & Odds
Race #6 3:00 PM PT
1 St. Joe Bay 8-1 Pedroza/Miller
2 Pioneerof the West 12-1 Nakatani/Casse
3 Rockinatten 7-2 Bejarano /O’Neill
4 Unblunted 6-1 Talamo/McCarthy
5 Rock Shandy 8-1 Espinoza/Miller
6 Papacoolpapacool 8-1 Perez/Mullins
7 Calculator 8-5 Trujillo/Miller
8 Hero Ten All 4-1 Baze/Mullins
**Picks Updated Upon Release

What to wear to Santa Anita Park on Sham Stakes Day…

For Sham Stakes day attire try one of the popular runway trends for winter 2015, the mod 60’s trend. Think A-line shift dresses paired with knee high boots. If it is cooler you can even add tights and a warm coat and still pull of the 60’s inspired look. Try a shift dress with eyelet detailing. Normally eyelet in the winter is a no-no, but the fabric is dark enough that it is winter appropriate. You can also try a shift with intricate collar detail or a long sleeve dress. For your head wear go with a 60’s inspired pillbox hat for the 2015 Sham Stakes. Pair it with knee high boots to carry you from day to night. Just make sure to avoid patent leather boots or white boots so that you don’t literally look like you are wearing a 60’s costume. You want to give a nod to the 60’s without looking like you are wearing a costume.

Your 60’s inspired look will take you from the Club House to the track at Santa Anita Park, and will ensure that you look stylish while having a good time at the 2015 Sham Stakes.