Penn National

Penn National Race Course is a one-mile thoroughbred race track in Grantville, Pennsylvania. Live racing is held year-round.

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Penn National's illustrious history and tradition has made it a major force in Central Pennsylvania's sports and entertainment scene. Through the wonders of simulcasting, its racing program is viewed by patrons across the nation and the world.

Penn National Race Course hosts some of the more prominent Stakes racing events in the state. Among these are:

The Pennsylvania Governor's Cup
The Missy Good Stakes
The John J. Shumaker Handicap
Jenny Wade Handicap
Capital City Handicap
Blue Mountain Juvenile Stakes

Penn National Race Course Track Facts

Main Track	:	one mile, oval
Turf Course	:	seven furlongs
Distance from last turn to finish line	:	990 feet

History of Penn National Race Course

1972

Penn National opened its doors to a crowd of 10,686 on August 30. The track was owned and built by a group of civic leaders from Central Pennsylvania. In its first season, the track only had 100 racing dates.
Penn National established a year-round racing calendar.

1983

Penn National pioneered the use of account wagering through the telephone.

1991

In March, the first off-track wagering facility opened in Erie, Pennsylvania.

1994

On May 26, 1994, Penn National Gaming, Inc, issued $18 million of stock in a public offering. It is now traded on NASDAQ.

1996

In November, Penn National Gaming, Inc. purchased Pocono Downs.

1997

In January, Penn National Gaming, Inc. purchased Charles Town Races.

1998

Penn National off-track wagering facilities rose to 10.

2000

An 11th off-track wagering facility was opened in East Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania.

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