Thoroughbred and Quarter Horse racing at Rillito Park Race Track has been canceled this weekend, March 9 and 10, because of expected inclement weather.

As a result, the racing season, which was to end Sunday, March 17, has been extended an additional weekend – to March 23-24.

Gates open at 11 a.m. at the track at 4502 N. First Ave. Post time is 1 p.m. Racing ends at 5:30.

Eight or nine races are held each Saturday and Sunday.

Children under 12 get in free to the grandstand and clubhouse. The clubhouse offers a full restaurant and bars. Snack and beverage bars are on both levels of the grandstand. And parking is free (valet parking is available).

General admission, including the grandstand                             $5

Clubhouse seating                                                                         $8

Window seating in the grandstand                                             $10

Tables for four along the windows in the grandstand   $20

Tables for four along the windows in the clubhouse                 $25

Call the track at 520-293-5011 or learn more about it and other family attractions in Southern Arizona online at www.tucsonattractions.com.

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