What is balmoral park?

Balmoral Park was a historic horse racing track located in Crete, Illinois. It opened in 1926 and operated for nearly 90 years before closing in 2015. The track hosted both standardbred and thoroughbred racing events.

Balmoral Park was known for its half-mile oval track and spacious grandstand, which could accommodate up to 15,000 spectators. The track featured a variety of stakes races, including the American-National Stakes and the Hanover Stakes.

In addition to horse racing, Balmoral Park also offered off-track betting and hosted events such as concerts, festivals, and food truck rallies. However, declining attendance and competition from other forms of gambling ultimately led to the closure of the track in 2015.

Since its closure, there have been discussions about redeveloping the site for other purposes, such as residential or commercial use. Despite its closure, Balmoral Park remains a beloved part of Illinois horse racing history.