82nd Running of the Aiken Trials

Beginning in 1942, the Aiken Trials has given young horses in training the enlightening opportunity to experience every aspect of live racing. This has become a time-honored tradition as the first leg of Aiken's Triple crown, held annually for three consecutive Saturdays in March. The Aiken Steeplechase and Pacers & Polo make up the other two events.

The Aiken Trials draws upwards of 10000 spectators who enjoy a day of family fun that includes tailgating, vendors and competitive racing.

We are anticipating five races on the program consisting of four races for two-year-olds and maidens (horses that may have started in a race, but have never won), running a 1/4 mile to 4 1/2 furlongs, and one race for older horses that have already won. As in the past several years, Pony races will also be featured.

The jockeys typically are local exercise riders who have an afternoon in the spotlight after paying their dues exercising horses each morning (in all weather) throughout the year. Occasionally, a trainer has brought in a licensed jockey to compete; making some exciting competition for the exercise riders!

P lease join us for the 82nd Running of the Aiken Trials! See you there, rain or shine!

AIKEN TRAINING TRACK OFFICE - 538 TWO NOTCH RD, AIKEN

AIKEN SADDLERY - 1090 EAST PINE LOG RD, AIKEN

AIKEN COUNTY VISITORS CENTER - 133 LAURENS ST NW, AIKEN

UNIQUE EXPRESSIONS - 1521 WHISKEY RD, AIKEN (IN THE MITCHELL SHOPPING CENTER)

ODELL WEEKS ACTIVITY CENTER -1700 WHISKEY RD, AIKEN

AIKEN VISITOR CENTER & TRAIN MUSEUM - 406 PARK AVE, AIKEN

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