Running Aces set to open on May 17

Running Aces Casino & Racetrack's ninth annual action-packed Harness Horse Racing season bursts over the start line at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, May 17, 2016.

Opening night at Running Aces will include food and drink specials, prize giveaways and landings onto the track by Skydive Twin Cities – Forest Lake based-experts.

Action-packed harness races will delight audiences every Tuesday (7 p.m. post time), Saturday and Sunday (6 p.m. post time). Wednesday races (7 p.m. post time) will be added starting July 27 and races will run four nights per week through September 3, 2016.

In addition to live racing, Running Aces offers 24/7 gaming excitement, Trout Air's "Pond to Plate" Fishing Experience, dining options at the on-site Trout Air Tavern, a wide-array of beers, wines and spirit, as well as live music and events throughout the summer.

The family-friendly environment will continue with free admission on all race nights, an added outdoor concession stand and beer truck, along with added reserved seating for groups outing options.

Running Aces is the Twin Cities' premier card room and entertainment destination, with a summer live harness horse racing season. The Trout Air Fishing Experience is a "You Catch'em, We Cook'em" facility, an unbeatably-fresh dining experience offered only at Running Aces. More than 650 dedicated employees have been serving up the best in food, cards, simulcast and entertainment since 2008. Open 24/7, Running Aces is located one exit past the 35E and 35W merge, just 20 minutes north of 694.

by Nina Sveinson, for Running Aces