19
November
2026
2026 Caretakers Day @ Harrah’s Philadelphia
Harrah’s® Philadelphia Casino & Racetrack
777 Harrah's Blvd, Chester, PA, USA
Harrah’s Philadelphia features a premier 5/8-mile harness racing track that offers fast-paced, high-definition action right along the Delaware River waterfront.
Racing Type: Harness
777 Harrah's Boulevard, Chester, PA 19013
About The Track
Harrah’s Philadelphia features a premier 5/8-mile harness racing track that offers fast-paced, high-definition action right along the Delaware River waterfront.
TRACK HISTORY
When it opened in September 2006, this track was originally known as Harrah’s Chester. To appeal to a larger audience, the track rebranded to Harrah’s Philadelphia in 2012.
RACE HISTORY
Each year, Harrah’s Philadelphia hosts The Maxie Lee Memorial Trot, named after the legendary trainer and driver.
TRACK FACTS
- The track is ⅝ of a mile long and has a limestone surface.
- Part of the track spans a bridge that hangs over the Delaware River.
- Since 2008, Harrah’s Philadelphia has hosted PA Harness Week, a weekly show that airs on NBC Sports Philadelphia.
- Live harness racing at the facility officially opened on September 10, 2006 (originally under the name Harrah’s Chester)
- Harrah’s Philadelphia has 110 racing days on its calendar.
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