Emerald Downs – “Kentucky Derby Day”

Racing
Trip Details
Date : Saturday 5/2
Destination : • Auburn, WA
Cost : $149 pp + taxes

Let the racing begin! Enjoy a day of live thoroughbred racing on at the 2026 opening of Emerald Downs, a gem of a racecourse in Auburn, WA. Enjoy a 360-degree view of the track from a Loft Suite on Level 5 . You can wander the venue and use the suite for your home base.

Since it will be “Kentucky Derby Day,” wear your fanciest derby hat for your chance to win $150 credit for use on a future Bellair Day Tour.

An unforgettable day of fun and races await you! Minimum age for this tour is 21.

$149 per person + taxes includes round-trip transportation in a luxury motorcoach, a designated tour host, admission to Emerald Downs, access to the Loft Suites on Level 5, appetizers in the suites on arrival, a program, tip sheet, private cocktail waitress, snacks/water during the drive.

Call 866-235-5247 to reserve your seat or CLICK HERE to book online.

EMERALD DOWNS ITINERARY (Subject to Change)

09:00 am – Depart Affinity in Bellingham (RESIDENTS ONLY)
09:15 am – Depart Bellingham Four Points by Sheraton
09:50 am – Depart Burlington Airporter Shuttle Office
10:00 am – Depart Affinity in Burlington (RESIDENTS ONLY)
10:15 am – Depart Stanwood Park & Ride (Exit 212)
10:30 am – Depart Affinity in Arlington (RESIDENTS ONLY)
10:45 am – Depart Tulalip Hotel & Casino
12:30 pm – Arrive Emerald Downs (Auburn, WA)
12:50 pm – Access to the Loft Suites / 12:50 pm Races Begin
06:30 pm – Races End
07:00 pm – Vehicle departs Emerald Downs*
08:30 pm – Return Tulalip Hotel & Casino
08:45 pm – Return Affinity in Arlington (RESIDENTS ONLY)
09:00 pm – Return Stanwood Park & Ride (Exit 212)
09:15 pm – Return Affinity in Burlington (RESIDENTS ONLY)
09:25 pm – Return Burlington Airporter Shuttle Office
10:00 pm – Return Bellingham Four Points by Sheraton
10:15 pm – Return Affinity in Bellingham (RESIDENTS ONLY)

* Vehicle departs 30 minutes after the end of the last race or once everyone is onboard, whichever happens first.

Call 866-235-5247 to reserve your seat or CLICK HERE to book online.

REFUND POLICY: This tour is available for a full refund minus a $5 processing fee. Starting Friday, April 3, a refund or account credit is no longer available. You are welcome to transfer your ticket(s) to friends or family at no additional charge.

Meet The Host
Host

Anna Lorenz

Anna Lorenz is excited to be your tour host! Born and raise right here in Whatcom County, she has a passion for travel and adventure. Anna is always up for trying something new at least once, like running in the T-Rex World Championships on a Bellair Tours adventure to Emerald Downs. Whether it is exploring new places or stepping out of her comfort zone, Anna loves discovering what the world has to offer, while always appreciating the place she calls home.  Anna can’t wait to explore with you!