Public Memorial to honour victims of Saratoga barn fire

Saratoga Casino Hotel and Saratoga Harness Horseperson’s Association
to host Memorial Service Honoring 17 Horses Lost in June 16 Fire

The memorial service is open to the public. Members of the media and the community are invited to join horse owners, trainers, drivers, caretakers, and racing fans in honoring and remembering the horses lost in the tragedy.

The ceremony will celebrate the lives of the 17 horses and feature a blanket presentation to the owners and trainers. Live harness racing will begin following the service at 12:30pm.

WHO:
Saratoga Casino Hotel and the Saratoga Harness Horseperson’s Association

WHAT:

A public memorial service honoring the 17 horses lost in the June 16, 2026 barn fire at Saratoga Casino Hotel. Speakers at the memorial service will include:

• Assemblywoman Carrie Woerner
• Saratoga Springs Mayor John Safford
• Saratoga County Supervisor Sarah Burger
• Sam Gerrity, Chief Executive Officer of Saratoga Casino Hotel
• William Grass, SHHA Board Member

WHEN:

Sunday, June 28, 2026
10:45 a.m.

WHERE:

Saratoga Casino Hotel – Winner’s Circle
342 Jefferson Street
Saratoga Springs, NY 12866

CONTACT:

Amy Brannigan

abrannigan@saratogacasino.com
518-581-5721

From Saratoga Casino Hotel