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New to standardbred horseracing? Learn about Ontario Sire Stakes!

Who is Ontario Sire Stakes (OSS)? Established in 1974, it is a program dedicated to promoting the breeding of Standardbred horses in Ontario. They provide…...

Announcing Jenna MacDonell as the new Raceway Manager

Grand River Raceway (GRR) is thrilled to welcome Jenna MacDonell as the new Raceway Manager for the upcoming 2024 racing season. With Jamie Martin retiring̷...
roof top view of race track construction of first turn and outdoor patio

Track Updates…

Here is where we are at with track progress so far!   We are trotting along with the new track construction. If you follow us…...
two brown standardbred horses and drivers crossing the finishline.

Rozema’s Roundup – September

Written by Chad Rozema, Grand River Raceway Raceway Manager   The curtain came down on the 2023 racing season at Grand River on Wednesday, September…...
drivers and standardbred horses racing

Rozema’s Roundup – August

Written by: Chad Rozema, Grand River Raceway Raceway Manager   Hard to believe that we are three-quarters of the way through our racing season already. &#...

Grand River Raceway is showing their PINK pride for the 2nd annual Harness the Hope night!

The Grand River Raceway (GRR) is excited to host their second annual breast cancer fundraiser, Harness the Hope Night this Friday, August 18! Harness the…...
standardbred horses race around corner with fans cheering

34th Industry Day is ramping up to be one of Grand River Raceway’s best!

Grand River Raceway’s (GRR) 34th Industry Day is Civic Holiday, Monday, August 7, with a post time of 12:30 pm! At GRR, you can always…...
sunset with wiener dogs race to finish line with fans cheering

Rozema’s Round Up -July

Written by: Chad Rozema, Grand River Raceway Manager   We have reached the midway point of our 2023 racing season, having concluded the month of…...
Seven standardbred horses round the first corner

Battle of Waterloo Draws 11; ‘Belles’ attracts 12

Written by: John Rallis, for Grand River Raceway   Eliminations will go for both of Grand River Raceway’s marquee events after 11 dropped into the…...
two woman and a man pose with the first place ribbon, trophy and wiener dog winner

Gus is The 2023 Wiener Dog Champion at Grand River Raceway!

Gus, the 4-year-old miniature dachshund, raced to the finish line taking home the grand prize of Grand River Raceway 2023 Wiener Dog Champion once again…...