Went for the races. They’re around 17 mins apart, you can see the horses then bet as low as $1 per win/best in show each race. The ticket agents are helpful in placing bets. You can pay inside to sit for $5+, sit for free on the benches, or sit in the $5 seating and someone will come around to gather your money and give you a wrist band. Cash is helpful for bet placing and seating. Food was delish, $8 for a burger and fries $4 for the 24oz soda (they took card). Most people came in with their own drinks/food. If you want a booklet, in 2025 they were $3. We stayed for 4 races due to timing in our day (about 2 1/2 hours). Overall, a great way to spend the day and will make this a yearly thing.
T god
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September 15, 2025
This was our first time here. It was really fun. The staff was really good to us giving us information. The bartering tenders were great as well. After looking around the facilities we decided to sit on the 3rd floor and it was worth the 10$ admission. The food was really good. We tried the spinach and artichoke dip and is was delicious. The races were so cool. I definitely recommend going at least once. Seeing them from up top and on the track below was incredible!
Darrel Mauzy
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November 17, 2025
We host our watch parties at the First Turn Lounge inside the casino building.
They have great food served table side with great prices, then you have happy hour!!
I am the founder and president of the official Denver Broncos fan group here in New Mexico. On Facebook, DENVER BRONCOS FANS OF NEW MEXICO. Of you come to any watch party you can receive a punch card. The more watch parties, the more punches. Each full card give you an opportunity to win a great prize.
Even if football isn't your thing, come on for lunch, come with a coworker and enjoy a really good meal, like the wings or The Downs Double Green Chile Cheeseburger!
Always clean, always friendly staff. Rev and Adrian go out of their way for the guests.
A great place for local talent to perform. You can tear up the dance floor too.
Tacie G
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September 15, 2025
Was look for an adventure this weekend so we decided to go to the horse races. Didn't realize the fair was this weekend also but we had no trouble getting in or out. Absolutely a fantastic time. The staff was very helpful and very knowledgeable. We sat in the box on the third floor and it was awesome. The food was good too. Definitely recommend the spinach and artichoke dip. Bar tenders were great. The races were so fun. Definitely would love to do it again.
Jennifer Martinez
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October 01, 2025
I enjoyed my Bloody Mary they are top notch at The Downs, the day we visited it was raining so the horses 🐎 racing was on pause still had a nice relaxing time. I also played a few slots and was up about 30 bucks! 🎰 Will return again soon, when in the mood for the best bloody Mary’s in my opinion. Also felt the parking and casino was a safe friendly place.
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Went for the races. They’re around 17 mins apart, you can see the horses then bet as low as $1 per win/best in show each race. The ticket agents are helpful in placing bets. You can pay inside to sit for $5+, sit for free on the benches, or sit in the $5 seating and someone will come around to gather your money and give you a wrist band. Cash is helpful for bet placing and seating. Food was delish, $8 for a burger and fries $4 for the 24oz soda (they took card). Most people came in with their own drinks/food. If you want a booklet, in 2025 they were $3. We stayed for 4 races due to timing in our day (about 2 1/2 hours). Overall, a great way to spend the day and will make this a yearly thing.
This was our first time here. It was really fun. The staff was really good to us giving us information. The bartering tenders were great as well. After looking around the facilities we decided to sit on the 3rd floor and it was worth the 10$ admission. The food was really good. We tried the spinach and artichoke dip and is was delicious. The races were so cool. I definitely recommend going at least once. Seeing them from up top and on the track below was incredible!
We host our watch parties at the First Turn Lounge inside the casino building. They have great food served table side with great prices, then you have happy hour!! I am the founder and president of the official Denver Broncos fan group here in New Mexico. On Facebook, DENVER BRONCOS FANS OF NEW MEXICO. Of you come to any watch party you can receive a punch card. The more watch parties, the more punches. Each full card give you an opportunity to win a great prize. Even if football isn't your thing, come on for lunch, come with a coworker and enjoy a really good meal, like the wings or The Downs Double Green Chile Cheeseburger! Always clean, always friendly staff. Rev and Adrian go out of their way for the guests. A great place for local talent to perform. You can tear up the dance floor too.
Was look for an adventure this weekend so we decided to go to the horse races. Didn't realize the fair was this weekend also but we had no trouble getting in or out. Absolutely a fantastic time. The staff was very helpful and very knowledgeable. We sat in the box on the third floor and it was awesome. The food was good too. Definitely recommend the spinach and artichoke dip. Bar tenders were great. The races were so fun. Definitely would love to do it again.
I enjoyed my Bloody Mary they are top notch at The Downs, the day we visited it was raining so the horses 🐎 racing was on pause still had a nice relaxing time. I also played a few slots and was up about 30 bucks! 🎰 Will return again soon, when in the mood for the best bloody Mary’s in my opinion. Also felt the parking and casino was a safe friendly place.