Del Mar Racing Season
Opening Weekend July 17-20, 2026
Opening Weekend at the Del Mar Racetrack is the ultimate kickoff to summer in San Diego. From the iconic Opening Day Hat Contest to exclusive parties and trackside celebrations, it’s a weekend full of energy, elegance and excitement. Make The Inn at Rancho Santa Fe your homebase for the festivities— just a short drive from the track.
Opening Weekend July 17-20, 2026
Opening Weekend at the Del Mar Racetrack is the ultimate kickoff to summer in San Diego. From the iconic Opening Day Hat Contest to exclusive parties and trackside celebrations, it’s a weekend full of energy, elegance and excitement. Make The Inn at Rancho Santa Fe your homebase for the festivities— just a short drive from the track.
Winner’s Circle Radiance
Get race-day ready at Mila Moursi Spa with a glow-boosting facial designed to leave your skin luminous and photo-finish flawless. Powered by Vitamin C, it revives dull skin, enhances radiance, and preps you for your close-up. $275 (normally $250)
Live Music at Bing’s
The race is over. Now the real fun begins. Post-race, head to Bing’s Bar. Our terrace is open, the live music is on, and our Del Mar Derby cocktail special is waiting. Named in honor of Bing Crosby, who helped put Del Mar racing on the map, there’s no better place to continue the merriment.
Brunch at Lilian’s
Lilian’s popular Sunday brunch is extended all weekend long: Friday through Sunday, 8 AM to 3 PM. Savor sweet and savory favorites, refreshing mimosas, and bloody marys on our al fresco patio with beautiful views.
Complimentary Transportation
Leave the parking to us. Overnight guests of the resort are invited to enjoy complimentary transportation to the track on Friday, arrive relaxed and race-day ready.
Gather Together
Our new, expansive Residences and Villas create the perfect backdrop for families and friends traveling together. With spacious living areas, full kitchens, and multiple bedrooms, our private accommodations offer all the comforts of home in a luxurious resort setting.
Del Mar Racing Season
Each summer, just a short drive from The Inn, the iconic Del Mar Racetrack comes alive with one of San Diego’s most cherished traditions. Since 1937—when Bing Crosby welcomed the very first guests—fans have gathered seaside to cheer on world-class horses, trainers, and jockeys. From mid-July through early September, experience the excitement, nostalgia, and sunshine that define racing season at Del Mar, where legends like Seabiscuit once stole the show.