Opened | August, 1987 |
Last Race Date | Still in Operation |
Racing Type | Thoroughbred, Quarter Horse |
Abbreviation | Wrd |
Purse Value Index | 22 |
Signature Race | Will Rogers Derby |
- 08/00/1987 Will Rogers Downs opens, proclaimed the showcase of Oklahoma Racing.
- 05/05/2001 After year of spotty activity Will Rogers Downs closes.
- 00/00/2004 The Cherokee Nation purchases Will Rogers Downs, starts two million renovation.
- 12/04/2005 The Casino at Will Rogers Downs opens for business.
- 02/24/2006 Live racing returns after a five year hiatus.
- 04/08/2007 Fans bet $532,190 to establish record handle.
- 05/03/2007 A derby day crowd of 4,500 set attendance record.