Press release Money Will be Used to Help Fund Program BATAVIA –On March 17th, a ceremony was held in the lobby at Batavia Downs Gaming as they donated $1,463.14 to the Batavia Police Department’s K-9 Unit. The money was left at Batavia Downs and was turned into the police. When …
Batavia Downs Gaming presented a $1,000 check to the Cancer Services program at UMMC on Wednesday morning. A small fundraiser at the Fall Craft Vendor Show on October 11th was set up at the event held at the Downs. The Cancer Services Program, which is part of the Healthy Living …
Press release Doors will open at 8am on September 9th BATAVIA – Officials at Batavia Downs Gaming today announced that in accordance with the state’s guidelines for reopening, Batavia Downs Gaming will once again be open beginning at 8am on Wednesday, September 9th. Upon arrival, all guests of Batavia Downs …
Press release Cleaning and Safety Procedures will be Implemented for Reopening BATAVIA – Officials at Batavia Downs Gaming today applauded the governor’s announcement that the state’s casinos and racinos will be allowed to reopen beginning on September 9th, 2020. “We are appreciative of the Governor’s announcement,” said Henry Wojtaszek, President …
In accordance with a directive given by Governor Cuomo, Batavia Downs Gaming and all OTB Branches will be closed for business as of 8pm tonight, Monday, March 16th. The health and wellness of our guests and staff is our top priority and has been throughout this entire process as we …
Press release Record Number of Jackpots and Payouts Were Also Won BATAVIA – Officials from Batavia Downs Gaming announced the week ending on Sunday, February 16th was the busiest week in its history. With over $18.5 Million in Credits Played for the week, Batavia Downs paid out over $17.3 Million …
Press release The race summary for Friday, November 22nd at Batavia Downs will tell you that Lougazi won the Open 1 Handicap in the 7th race by an easy 1 ¼ lengths, but that’s not the whole story. It capped an amazing 24 hours for the horse, who just the …
Press release Leaders from Batavia Downs Gaming presented a check today to Western New York Make- A -Wish for revenue generated from the sale of koozies during this past summer’s concert series. “Batavia Downs is happy to partner with Make A Wish, “ said Henry Wojtaszek, President and CEO of …
The $1.8 million New York Sire Stakes Night of Champions races highlight the richest card of racing ever held in Western New York. This is the first time the event was held in WNY at Batavia Downs. Background on Sire Stakes from their website: The New York Sire Stakes is …
The Town of Batavia and Batavia Downs have come up with a solution to slowing down moving traffic in front of Batavia Downs entrance/crosswalk on Park road. Two speed humps were added to either side of the Downs’ crosswalk this past Wednesday by the Town of Batavia. Henry Wojtaszek, President/CEO …