Sunland Park Racetrack and Casino will open its 2026 horse racing season Friday with a revised schedule, marquee events and optimism fueled by new ownership and a landmark property sale.
Eric Alwan, Sunland Park Racetrack announcer, said the track continues to defy expectations after decades of change and challenge.
“I have been lucky to be a part of Sunland Park for a very, very long time,” Alwan said. “About 15 years ago, someone quoted me saying Sunland Park was like a rising phoenix, and it turns out that was right. Sunland Park is still rising.”
The operating portion of Sunland Park Racetrack and Casino was sold about three months ago for $301 million.
