Historic Thrills

The Red Mile Kentucky Harness & Historic Racing

The Red Mile Kentucky Harness & Historic Racing casino is a notable blend of historical charm and modern gaming. It has remained open since 1875, providing an extraordinary gaming experience to its visitors.

LexingtonKentuckyUnited States
The Red Mile Kentucky Harness & Historic Racing in Lexington
Lexington · United States

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A Gallop Through Time: The Red Mile Kentucky Harness & Historic Racing, Lexington

Nestled in the heart of Lexington, Kentucky, sits The Red Mile Kentucky Harness & Historic Racing, a gem that has been polished by time and well known to many gaming and horse racing enthusiasts. With a rich history that dates back to September 28, 1875, this iconic entertainment spot is no ordinary casino – it's a legacy.

Open 24-7, the Red Mile Kentucky Harness & Historic Racing offers a ceaseless whirl of thrilling entertainment and gaming. Stepping into this intriguing world, you will immediately notice the absence of the typical poker room often found in many casinos. Instead, this uniquely designed stronghold of gambling entertainment has chosen a different route, replacing the regular poker tables with 16 table games filled with excitement and enigmatic opportunities.

While the lack of classic poker tables might seem confusing to some, soon enough you realize it doesn't subtract from the experience, but rather adds to the place’s unique charm. The machines, intricately crafted, keep the casino space buzzing with energy as their musical chimes and idyllic spinning wheels attract gamblers of all taste and genre.

Spectacular horse racing anchors The Red Mile Kentucky Harness & Historic Racing's entertainment portfolio, a high energy, nationally recognized amusement, delivering heart-pounding trotter and dash action that gives punters multiple winning options. The casino’s horse racing history is as majestic as the beautiful creatures that grace the renowned racing course.

Beyond the racing arena, the casino captures the joy of Simulcast betting—offering punters the opportunity to place wagers on horse races happening across the globe, further solidifying its reputation as a thoroughbred racing haven. And if that's not enough, the pulse-quickening excitement of the Slot Machines stands ready for those who crave a spin of chance.

In this historic racing arena, a laudable past meets a dynamic present, creating an atmosphere unmatched by its contemporaries. The Red Mile Kentucky Harness & Historic Racing may be in Lexington, but the services and entertainment it offers speak an international language that transcends borders. It remains a timeless fixture in the city, crafting unforgettable experiences every single day, all day, reminding each and every guest why the thrill of the gamble never dies.

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Games and gaming spaces

The casino hosts 16 table games and 902 gaming machines, but its main attraction is the exhilarating horse racing and simulcast, which gives visitors a taste of Kentucky's deep-rooted horse-racing culture.

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Why it stands out

Despite being called a 'casino', The Red Mile doesn't confine itself inside any physical boundaries. Its fun element extends far beyond with vibrant horse races on the iconic red clay track.

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