Racing
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Division of Racing Events
Our mission is to promote and foster public confidence in the pari-mutuel industry protecting the welfare of both equine and human participants through fair, consistent, proactive enforcement of appropriate policies, statutes, and Colorado Racing Commission rules.

Racing Licenses
The Division of Racing Events issue licenses in five categories for individuals and businesses that meet licensing requirements.
Please note that these appointments are limited during the off season and are primarily used during the live racing season at Bally's Arapahoe Park.
Racing Updates
What's New
- New - Division of Racing Events- Apply For Licenses
- New - División de Eventos de Carreras: Solicite Licencias
- Notice of Meeting Cancellation
Colorado Racing Commission Meeting Scheduled for August 11, 2025, Canceled
Please be advised that the Colorado Racing Commission meeting scheduled for Monday, August 11, 2025, has been canceled.
The primary item of business for this meeting was the Commission's consideration of a Race Meet Application.
We will issue a new public notice should this meeting be rescheduled or a new date for consideration of the Race Meet Application be determined. We appreciate your understanding.
Sincerely,
The Colorado Division of Racing Events