Inverness Raceway – Live Harness Racing

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Inverness Raceway – Live Harness Racing
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Inverness

May 31 – Oct 25

About

Inverness Raceway is more than a racetrack — it is a unique destination where history, community, and entertainment come together. Celebrating over 100 years of harness racing tradition, the track offers visitors an authentic Cape Breton experience filled with excitement and local charm. Guests can feel the energy as horses thunder down the backstretch, hear the roar of the crowds along the fence, enjoy local food and conversation, and experience the excitement of placing a first bet or cheering on a favorite horse. Inverness Raceway creates lasting memories.

Amenities

  • Family Friendly
  • Food & Drinks
  • Leashed Pets Only
  • Licensed Area
  • Parking Available
  • Washrooms Available
  • Wheelchair Accessible
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Location & Contact

112 Forest Street, Inverness, Nova Scotia

1-902-258-7956

[email protected]

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All Dates

Aug 12 6:00 PM Aug 16 1:00 PM Aug 19 6:00 PM Aug 23 1:00 PM Aug 26 6:00 PM Aug 30 1:00 PM
Sep 2 6:00 PM Sep 6 1:00 PM Sep 9 6:00 PM Sep 13 1:00 PM Sep 16 6:00 PM Sep 20 1:00 PM Sep 23 6:00 PM Sep 27 1:00 PM Sep 30 6:00 PM Oct 4 1:00 PM Oct 7 6:00 PM Oct 11 1:00 PM Oct 14 6:00 PM Oct 18 1:00 PM Oct 21 6:00 PM Oct 25 1:00 PM

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