September 18 – 20, 2025
It only happens once every 100 years — and this September, Fairmount Park Casino & Racing invites you to be part of history. Join us Thursday, September 18 through Saturday, September 20, 2025, for three days of racing, giveaways, family fun, and community celebration as we mark a century at the track.
Thursday, September 18 – Kickoff Celebration
- Free commemorative Fairmount Park hat or T-shirt for all cardholders: 2PM – 8 PM (while supplies last)
- Fall into Fortune Hot Seats: 6 PM – 8 PM
- A night to start the celebration in true Fairmount style
Friday, September 19 – Derby Day & Century Celebration
- The St. Louis Derby: 2:30 PM Post Time – one of the biggest races of the season
- $10,000 Cash Giveaway with Century Celebration Drawings
- Food Trucks & Longshots Tacos & Hotdogs Tent serving local favorites
- Photo Booth at the Entrance – capture your 100-Year memories
- Chocolate Bar Giveaway for the first 500 entrants – 1 in 5 bars is a winner!
- Ice cream, concessions, and plenty of fan-favorite treats all day
Saturday, September 20 – Family Fun Day
- Family Games & Activities – cornhole, Connect 4, bubbles, face painters, jugglers, and magicians
- Pet the Ponies: 1 PM – 4 PM
- Photo Booth & Ice Cream Truck at the entrance
Admission
- 🎟 General Admission – FREE
This is a once-in-a-century celebration you won’t want to miss. From thrilling live racing to family fun and unforgettable experiences, we’re honoring 100 years of tradition and looking ahead to the future.
Come for the history. Stay for the celebration.
