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Hialeah Park Race Track
Categories: Active Life Public Services & Government Landmarks & Historical Buildings Active Life, Landmarks & Historical Buildings [Edit]
2200 E 4th AveHialeah, FL 33013
(305) 885-8000
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8 reviews for Hialeah Park Race Track
8 reviews in English
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Review from Erick A.
Hialeah, FL
11/7/2011
This historical place isn't what it once was but give it some time and it will shine like its golden days. Everywhere you look you see history and feel the essence of what was. I came here during the horse race season and I felt very classy and under dressed for the events. Free parking and admission so if you are a gambler or not just find a front row seat and enjoy the races.
also how could I forget the trademark of the park, the Flamingos. -
Review from Bob N.
Champaign, IL
1/8/2012
The nicest people at the most beautiful track in Florida. Also, the history here is just amazing
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Review from Angel C.
10/12/2011 8 Check-ins Here
This place always reminds me of my father back in the day. We would always pass by in our car and I would always notice that the parking lots around the area were filled with cars. I always saw people trying to cross the streets trying to get into this place. I was too young to realize what was going on in there and now I feel bad I never went in until a few years later when the horse races died out at the park. This track actually was very beautiful at one point with there famous pink flamingos in the middle of the track. Hoping that when the Casino opens next year it will bring it back to the glorious years and not make it into a dump. Here's to the future.
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Review from George M.
11/19/2008 ROTD 1/3/2009
I might be a little biased in my rating of this jewel in Hialeah but that is only because I have some great memories and live a couple blocks away. Hialeah Park is historic site that originally opened in 1921. Driving or like I do, biking into the grounds is like taking a trip back in time. The designers arched the drive into the park so that you do not see the grandstand until the very end. The drive itself is bordered by huge palm trees and other flowers and trees on both sides . It has always reminded me of the drive into Disney World in the sense that you are leaving the outside world and entering a new one.
Fast Fact - Winston Churchill watched the races here after WW II
The grandstand is designed in the in a Renaissance style that once made it one of the most beautiful racetracks in the world and will continue to be until it's no longer standing. Imagine Vizcaya as racetrack and you will get a pretty good picture of what I'm talking about.
Recently, weddings, and quinces have given the old girl some purpose. Quinceaneras in the know will take their pictures here and tell those that don't know that they went to an Italian villa for their pics. The grounds have banquet halls so you could have a party here and in fact my Homecoming for Hialeah High was held here(Ah the memories). My grandmother once owned a cafeteria across the street from the stables (which have been knocked down) so for a long time she was an insider at the track and taught me how to gamble at a very young age. I remember being able to go to the center of the track and feeding the famous flamingoes. I did not know then how cool of an experience I was having.
Unfortunatly, the park could not keep up with Gulfstream and Calder and has been closed down for a while now. There is a group that is trying to save it http://www.savehialeah.../ If you are able to make your way into Hialeah, try to bribe the security guard (a twenty spot can go a long way now a days or you can try to convince him that you might have an event there in the future and want to check it out) to let you see the grounds and I'm sure you will come away impressed. -
Review from Ethan H.
11/28/2009 3 photos
It's back, baby!
That's right, after a 9 year hiatus, Hialeah Park Race Track is open for business!
Today's (re-)opening day festivities were fantastic, free and fun for the whole family -- and that's how it's gonna' stay.
Even if you don't bet, the track has a lot to offer -- with lively music, pleasant crowds, activities for all ages and, of course, the famous flamingos in center field.
The park and racetrack are registered historic landmarks dating back to the roaring 20s, when bootleggers and mafia dons rubbed elbows with famous tourists and the South Florida elite -- all in a day-and-age before Vegas shifted the gamblers' center-of-attention westward. And what's more, the Park is an iconic image of the city, from dusty postcards to the opening sequence of Miami Vice.
Check it out for yourself and, if you're feeling lucky, put down a couple bucks on your favorite horse. With free admission and family fun, you're bound to come out ahead. -
Review from Yanay T.
4/17/2011 1 Check-in Here
No offense to anyone that lives in Hialeah, but this is just not my kind place. I went here for a cuban food festival. My dad was working a food booth with a friend and invited us to go visit him so I did. The crowd was interesting. One one side their were a few carnival rides and games. On the other the food booth which were so many putting out rice, beans, congri, pork, pinchos, etc. We tried the pork pinchos- it was tasty and hit the spot since I was a little hungry. They had live music playing, several booths selling kids toys, clothes with cuban flag, etc. We got my son a shirt with the cuban flag for giggles- of course it was a hit with the grandparents (LOL). The parking was organized, several cops to direct the traffic and keep the peace. Will not be returning in future.
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Review from Emme R.
Hialeah, FL
11/29/2009 1 photo
I live right down the street and have a boat load of memories at the park. Of course I had to attend the re opening. It's still a little shabby. It still needs a lot of work, but even in the condition it's in it's still breath taking as ever. It's great experience to be just feet away from the horses and exhilarating to see them race before your eyes.
I am looking forward to betting on the races in the future. I've also heard rumors that there will be a casino starting January. There are also plans for restaurants, a movie theater and even a hotel. Keeps getting better.Listed in: Active Life
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Review from eglys h.
4/25/2010
Just attended a fund raiser for the American Cancer Society here on Friday.. the event was spectacular! it was held downstairs where the main betting windows are during the racing season. this place was and i believe will be once again a great venue where spectacular celebrations can be held!!! as we stood having some cocktails, we were able to take in the beautiful sight of where the horses actually race on and its greenery consisting of various plants as well as slender tall palm trees and the beautiful pink flamingos.... this grand place still needs alot of tender loving care, but i am sure it will be restored to its greatness once again....
