Property Spotlight

PROPERTY SPOTLIGHT: OAKLAWN RACING CASINO RESORT

HOT SPRINGS, ARKANSAS

1-800-625-5296 | OAKLAWN.COM

While its Thoroughbred racing calendar closes in May, Oaklawn Racing Casino Resort is a year-round destination. Whether guests seek fun or relaxation, Oaklawn – and Hot Springs, Arkansas – offer ample attractions for every season.

Oaklawn’s state-of-the-art casino offers live craps and blackjack, numerous slot games, and a sportsbook area. The resort’s event center hosts live entertainment including music and other performances, and the campus’ 13 bars and restaurants stand to entice all palates. There is something for every craving, from the Track Kitchen’s delicious old-fashioned breakfast staples and burgers to The Bugler’s upscale dining experiences.

In and out of season, the spirit of Thoroughbred racing permeates every fabric of Oaklawn. For 118 years, Oaklawn has been home to some of the sport’s most meaningful events – including the Racing Festival of the South and the Arkansas Derby, one of the top seven Kentucky Derby qualifying races.

Oaklawn is the best place to watch and bet on Triple Crown racing in Arkansas.

During the 2022 Kentucky Derby weekend May 6-8, guests at Oaklawn can enjoy live racing as well as simulcasts of the Longines Kentucky Oaks and the Kentucky Derby. Like at Churchill Downs, Oaklawn guests can support breast cancer awareness by wearing pink and participating in special activities on May 6. Even after the live racing season is over, fans can enjoy watching simulcast racing from around the country year-round at Oaklawn.

Because of Oaklawn, Hot Springs is well known as the Southeast’s premier location for Thoroughbred racing and gaming. However, a lesser-known fact is that the city is also a prime hub for some of the best golf courses that The Natural State has to offer.

Hot Springs and the nearby community of Hot Springs Village each represent one of the 13 unique locations that make up the Arkansas Golf Trail, a list of the state’s most elite courses compiled by the Arkansas Department of Tourism.

Less than 3 miles down the road from Oaklawn, the Hot Springs Country Club offers two 18-hole courses spread across the foothills of the Ouachita Mountains. Established in 1898, the historic club offers nearly every amenity a golfer could ask for, including a full-service clubhouse and pro shop.

A half-hour drive from the Spa City, Hot Springs Village is a golfer’s dream. The small community with a population of around 15,000 people features eight public golf clubs – including the 27-hole Isabella Golf Club complex. Multiple clubs in Hot Springs Village have been ranked the top course in Arkansas by Golf Digest.

After a long day on some of the state’s most iconic links, Oaklawn’s hotel, casino, resort, and racetrack offer endless opportunities for relaxation and fun.

For those seeking relaxation, Oaklawn’s resort offers services to help guests rest and unwind. The Astral Spa offers a world-class spa experience with In spring and summer, Oaklawn guests can also enjoy the resort’s private swimming pool, which features lavish cabanas and a bar with a range of food and beverage options delivered poolside.

Whether you seek world-class Thoroughbred racing, the best gaming in the Southeast, luxurious relaxation, or great golfing, Hot Springs is a destination that is always sure to deliver.