Shakopee, MN – The Minnesota Racing Commission has formally received the request for 2026 live race days from Running Aces Casino, Hotel, and Racetrack, and is set to discuss them in its full commission meeting on Nov. 20.
Running Aces Casino, Hotel, and Racetrack is requesting 55 days of Standardbred harness racing, to run from May 17, 2026, to Sept. 19, 2026. Racing at Running Aces is proposed to take place every Tuesday, Thursday, and Sunday with two event exceptions. Tuesday post times are slated to begin at 7 p.m. and Thursday and Sunday post times are slated to begin at 6 p.m.
Pursuant to State of Minnesota rules and statutes, the Minnesota Racing Commission will conduct a public hearing to hear testimony, receive comment, and allow witness to the discussions. The Minnesota Racing Commission holds regulatory jurisdiction on live horse racing conducted with pari-mutuel betting in the state of Minnesota.
The public hearing will be on Thursday, Nov. 20. It will begin promptly at 3:45 p.m. and be held in the Nutrena Conference Center, 1801 Dudley Ave., Saint Paul, MN 55108.
Those wishing to view or participate can reach out to the MRC at MRCLicensing@state.mn.us or 952-496-7950 during business hours. All persons wishing to comment are encouraged to register beforehand or send written mail and must limit themselves to the subject of the 2026 race day requests. Written comment must be received before Nov. 19. Those who would like to give written comment can email the Minnesota Racing Commission or send by mail to:
Minnesota Racing Commission
1100 Canterbury Road, Ste. 100
Shakopee, MN 55379