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The Charlottetown Driving Park first opened it doors for standardbred harness races October 2, 1889. Since then it has kept abreast of the changing times and woven itself into the fabric of Prince Edward Island, where harness racing continues to grow and thrive. We've travelled a long way since opening our doors and have firmly established ourselves as "Atlantic Canada's Fastest Racetrack".
Tradition abounds here and the beauty of the CDP is unparalleled. Still standing proud in the centrefield is the original judge's stand built in 1889. The judge's stand was restored to its original glory in 1999 and declared a national historic site. On special occasions you will still see the stand being used by the race announcer and the presiding judge. As well you may see our original motorized starting gate leading a post parade. Lovingly restored in 1999, this starting gate, the first of its kind in Canada, was put into use originally in 1948. On sight you can enjoy the races from the Gold Cup and Saucer Restaurant or go to the licensed lounge at the top of the grandstand, fondly known as The Top of the Park.
Drive down many of the red clay back roads of PEI and you will be sure to see evidence of the standardbred harness racing industry hard at work breeding, raising, training, and yes, even racing. This hard work and dedication has earned us the title of, "The Kentucky of Canada." Come and see it for yourself and join in the fun! Be a part of history.
