Charlottetown, PE\u2013 Red Shores Racetrack & Casino is thrilled to welcome fans and horseplayers back to the historic Charlottetown Driving Park on Saturday, May 3 at 6:00 PM AT \/ 5:00 PM ET while Red Shores Summerside Raceway kicks off on Monday May 19 at 1:00 PM AT \/ 12:00 PM ET.<\/p>\n
The popular $2,000 guaranteed Isle Pick 5 wager returns to start each program and the track will now also offer a $1,000 guarantee on the Pick 4 on the final four races of every program. Both pools, along with the two Classic Hi5s offered on each card, carry 100% carryovers if there are no winning tickets\u2014giving fans more reasons to stay in the action until the very last race.<\/p>\n
In a continued effort to return more value to bettors, Red Shores is also reducing the takeout rate for some of the most popular pools. The Win pool takeout will be reduced by 1.3%, while the Exactor pool sees a 1% reduction. These changes are part of a broader strategy to deliver even more competitive wagering opportunities for players. The track already offers an industry-favorable 15% takeout on the Pick 4, Pick 5, and Classic Hi5 wagers.<\/p>\n
\u201cWe\u2019re excited to get the 2025 season underway,\u201d said David MacKenzie, General Manager. \u201cThe previously announced purse increases by the PEI Harness Racing Industry Association have further strengthened interest from horse people this year, and we\u2019re proud to continue evolving the product for fans and bettors alike.\u201d<\/p>\n
The excitement doesn\u2019t stop at the wagering windows. Lee Drake, Manager of Racing & Broadcast reports that the off season included several new investments and marketing initiatives for customers. \u201cWe have expanded our track promotions for fans, we will unveil a brand-new graphics package for the broadcast, and a new paddock camera has been installed to give fans an up-close look at the horses and connections before each race. Even the starting gate truck has a new look!\u201d Every live racing program will be available in high definition at your favourite betting shop, internet wagering platform, and streamed everywhere on YouTube live.<\/p>\n
Summerside Raceway will open its season with a special afternoon program on the Canadian holiday of Monday May 19 starting at 1 pm AT \/ 12 pm ET. Racing will move to the popular Tuesday evening programs starting in June.<\/p>\n
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Major stakes highlights of the 2025 season include:<\/p>\n
– Cecil Ladner Memorial (Charlottetown) \u2013 Saturday, June 7<\/p>\n
– Governor\u2019s Plate Night (Summerside) \u2013 Saturday, July 19<\/p>\n
– Wilbur & Pauline MacDonald Memorial (Charlottetown) \u2013 Saturday, August 2<\/p>\n
– Gold Cup & Saucer Trials (Charlottetown) \u2013 Saturday, August 9<\/p>\n
– Gold Cup & Saucer Consolation (Charlottetown) \u2013 Friday, August 15<\/p>\n
– Gold Cup & Saucer Final (Charlottetown) \u2013 Saturday, August 16<\/p>\n
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Also returning is the popular All-Star Handicapping Challenge in July, and the Gold Cup and Saucer VIP Package Draw for players on HPIbet and 1\/ST Bet.<\/p>\n
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