Red Mile Harness Track, Inc.

Dating to 1875, this harness-racing track is Lexington's oldest race course. Harness racing, also known as standardbred racing, features horses pulling drivers around the course in small, two-wheeled carts. It's somewhat reminiscent of chariot racing, except that the driver sits rather than stands. Red Mile is also used for yearling sales and other events. The track's focal point is the Red Barn, a cupola-topped structure built in 1880 and used for gambling when Lexington proper outlawed wagering. A dining room is available onsite.