I went to the AR Derby the year Afleet Alex won and the people were really great and friendly. Track was definitely packed that day (the earlier days in the Racing Festival weren't too bad) but some locals actually gave and saved me a spot right on the rail (on top of offering me beers lol) so I didn't have a problem with seeing anything. I'd probably order tickets though if I was in a group, but really for that day only. Get to the track real early for parking. There are several lots around the track but they fill fast.
I wish I could remember the names of the bars and places we went too, I only recall the "Dixie Dinner" because my host and I were joking about Dixie, the old poster here, being in the kitchen doing dishes. If I saw names I'd remember the other places we went to...I know one was on the water and the others were down the street from there. Typical hangouts for the trainers & their staff etc.
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