when is the belmont

The 2026 Belmont Stakes is scheduled for Saturday, June 6, 2026, at Saratoga Race Course in New York.

Quick details

• Date: June 6, 2026 (Saturday)

• Location: Saratoga Race Course, Saratoga Springs, NY (third straight year while Belmont Park is renovated)

• Distance: Run at 1¼ miles instead of the traditional 1½ miles due to Saratoga’s track configuration

• Festival: Part of the Belmont Stakes Racing Festival running June 3–7, 2026

If you’re planning a trip, the broader festival spans several days, but the main Belmont Stakes race you’re asking about is on June 6, 2026.

TL;DR: When is the Belmont? June 6, 2026, at Saratoga Race Course.

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