Overview
Lone Star Park is a horse racing track in Grand Prairie between Dallas and Fort Worth, with live racing seasons and simulcast wagering.
History
The track ran its first race in April 1997, after Texas legalized pari-mutuel wagering. In 2004 it became the first Texas track to host the Breeders' Cup World Championships.
Today
The track holds live race meets, concerts and events, and its grounds sit near other Grand Prairie attractions along Interstate 30.
Sources
- America's Best Racing: Lone Star Parkamericasbestracing.net
- Thoroughbred Daily News, April 18, 1997thoroughbreddailynews.com
Facts checked against the sources above in October 2026. History is summarized for general interest; check primary sources for research. This landmark is local context, not an employer or job listing.