The 2011 season at Arlington Park is coming to a close and as a thank you to fans, Arlington Park is hosting a Taste of Arlington Park on Saturday, Sept. 24. To celebrate the final days of the season, Arlington Park will host an exciting weekend of live racing and entertainment, sweepstakes, prizes, food and beverage specials and more!

Taste of Arlington Park
This 2-day event will feature a FREE sampling of dishes from Arlington’s own Terrace Café, Silks Lounge, the Paddock Pub and the Million Room (while supplies last)!

Terrace Café: 12:30pm – 1:15pm
Enjoy a sampling of the Caprese Sandwich at the Terrace Café, the outdoor dining venue located west of the finish line.

Silks Lounge: 1:15pm – 2:00pm
Sample the delectable Trifecta Sandwich (turkey, ham and roast beef with herb aioli) from Silks Lounge located on the second floor.

Paddock Pub: 2:00pm – 2:45pm
Visit the Paddock Pub for a tasting of their famous Meat Ball Flat Bread located on the third floor overlooking the Paddock.

Million Room: 2:45pm – 3:30pm
Taste the Million Room’s celebrated Lobster Mac & Cheese in the Million Room on the 4th floor.

Mr. D’s Sports Bar: 3:30pm
Visit the most popular place at Arlington Park – Mr. D’s Sports Bar! Catch racing and College and Pro football games and listen to the Robbie Gold Band while you enjoy $2 Miller Drafts, ½ off appetizers and .50 cent wings.

Valvoline Instant Oil Change Sweepstakes
Don't forget to enter the Valvoline Sweepstakes before the start of the 3rd race for a chance to win a trip for two (2) to the 2012 Kentucky Derby and FREE oil changes for a year! All 2011 past winners will be in attendance to compete against the 9/24 winner in the winner’s circle.

Arlington Park's gates open at 11:15 a.m. and the first post is 1 p.m. Tickets are $8; children 17 and under are free. More information and tickets are available at www.arlingtonpark.com. Arlington Park is located at 2200 W. Euclid Ave., Arlington Heights.