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When does the horse racing begin in summerside and Charlottetown

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Hello Leo,

Thank you for your question to Ask an Islander.

The harness racing at Red Shores in Charlottetown and Summerside actually starts for the season, May 1, 2025.

Attached you will find the Red Shores website with complete information of all that is happening there including race day schedules.

Hope you will enjoy the finest of the Island's harness racing!

Regards,

Kevin Barbour

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