Saturday, August 15, 2026 paddock time TBD
3001 Street Road, Bensalem, PA
Ponies/rider combinations MUST be approved by USPR before the close of entries. Please see general USPR rules for eligibility of pony and rider.
THERE MAY BE A MANDATORY VET CHECK. Please note that all ponies must be in good visible health (muscle tone and weight), as well as sound. Current negative coggins is required, but health certificates are waived as ponies will not be in an area in contact with the Thoroughbreds.
Entry fee is DUE at the time of entry. Payment via venmo @usponyracing If you need to pay another way, please contact USPR directly. Please do not reach out to Parx racing regarding the pony races. All questions and concerns should be directed to Regina Welsh with USPR usponyracing@gmail.com or by calling410-340-2347
DIvisions- Distances TBD but all will be under 1/2 mile, but over 1/4 mile
Lead Line Walk/Trot (May run if sufficient entries and race logistics work out)
Small pony flat- no more than 1/4 mile
Medium pony flat- no more than 3/8 mile
Large pony flat- no more than 1/2 mile
Shetland pony flat- no more than 1/4 mile
USPR reserves the right to refuse any entry for any reason. Please make sure you and your mount are qualified by USPR. All entries must have a signed release, overgirth, neck strap or yoke, safety vest, and safety stirrups before being permitted to ride. All tack must be in safe and serviceable condition.
NO THOROUGHBREDS permitted in the pony races at the race tracks.
This is a new venue for pony racing, so please hang tight will we work out the details. We appreciate your patience. And please know that all pony speeds are welcome. You do not need a fast pony to participate, but all ponies must behave. Additionally, it is critical that all riders be able to make it to the start and line up without incident, as well as be able to pull up before the turn after the wire.
2026 OVERNIGHT
2026 RESULTS
ENTRIES ARE CLOSED for 2026
Entries are open and will CLOSE on Monday, 10, 2026. Entry fees are DUE with entry and will be refunded if the races do not fill. Entry fee is $35 payable via Venmo to @usponyracing If you need to pay by other means, please reach out to us.
