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Track Information Facilities Gulf Greyhound Park, the world's largest and #1 greyhound racing operation, offers a unique entertainment package. The air conditioned complex features 3 levels, each offering a variety of dining and view options. Other unique features include 318 teller windows, over 1,100 closed-circuit televisions throughout the facility and parking to accommodate over 8,000 vehicles. Live world-class greyhound racing and pari-mutuel wagering are offered at Gulf Greyhound Park, year round, rain or shine. Evening performances are as follows: Thursday through Saturday - doors open at 6:00 p.m. and races begin at 7:00 p.m. Matinee performances are held Wednesday at noon doors open at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, and Sunday at 1:30 p.m. Doors open at 12:30 p.m. Since opening its doors in November 1992, over 10 million race fans have attended Gulf Greyhound Park and over 1.4 billion dollars have been paid to winners. Offering the traditional Win, Place and Show wagers, the track also offers Quiniela, Exacta, Trifecta, .10 cent & $1 Superfecta, Daily Double, Pick Three, Twin-Tri & Tri-Super wagers. On the carryover wagers, there are mandatory payouts on the Twin-Tri every 1^st & 3^rd Friday night of the month, and the Tri-Super forces-out the following evening performance after exceeding the $10,000 carryover point. Betting Buddies are available on every floor to answer any wagering or general information questions. The Terrace Clubhouse, offers full-service dining in a relaxed atmosphere, with an exciting view of the track for more than just race fans. The menu offers a variety of entrees including steak, fried Gulf shrimp, gourmet hamburgers and much more, in addition to a variety of salads, desserts and beverages, all at very reasonable prices. Tables in the Terrace Clubhouse overlook the track, providing patrons with an excellent view of the races. In addition most of the tables are equipped with a color television monitor that allows patrons to bring the races a little closer. Also, inside the Terrace Clubhouse, enjoy the Terrace Bar which features all the amenities of your favorite hometown bar, 15 televisions, a big screen television, pool tables, and friendly tellers ready to punch your winning ticket. Reservations are recommended for the Terrace Clubhouse and can be made by calling 1-800-ASK-2WIN.

Track Facts Location: One block west of 1-45 south at Exit 15, 30 miles south of Houston and 15 miles north of Galveston in La Marque, Texas. Mailing Address: Gulf Greyhound Park P.O. Box 488 La Marque, Texas. 77568-0488 Phone Number: (409) 986-9500 1-800-ASK-2WIN Live operating schedule: Live racing year round, rain or shine. Evening racing: Thursday through Saturday - post time: 7:00 p.m. Matinee racing: Wednesday at noon Doors open at 11:00 a.m. Saturday and Sunday - post time 1:30 p.m. Doors open one hour prior to post time. Simulcast Operating Schedule: Seven days a week, rain or shine. For Simulcasting Schedule look at :Gulf - Simulcasting Schedule General Admission: $2.00 Clubhouse: $3.00 General Parking: FREE Valet Parking: $3.00 Seating Capacity: 6,600 Total Capacity: 14,000 Teller Windows: 318 Self-Serve Teller Machines: 70 Closed-Circuit Televisions: 1,100 Lounge and Specialty Gifts Available Full-Service Dining Food Court Air-Conditioned Facility Handicap Accessible

Special Interest Facts Since opening in November 1992, over 10 million fans have attended Gulf Greyhound Park, and over 1.4 billion dollars has been paid out to winners! Other special interest facts include: Owner and Management: Gulf Greyhound Partners, Ltd., a Texas controlled partnership, built the $55+ million facility. Gulf Greyhound Park opened its doors to the public on Tuesday, November 10, 1992. Location: One block west of I-45 South at Exit 15, thirty (30) miles south of Houston and 15 miles north of Galveston, in La Marque. Complex: The site consists of 110 acres. The track seats 6,600 people with a total capacity of more than 14,000. Three hundred fifteen thousand square feet (315,000) make up four levels of climate-controlled comfort; 318 teller windows are available for placing bets and collecting winnings. Closed-circuit televisions are available throughout the complex for monitoring the races, learning how to bet or watching a favorite sporting event. The parking lot accommodates over 8,000 vehicles. Dining: Gulf Greyhound Park offers a variety of food and beverages available to meet every patron's taste and budget. The 2^nd level Terrace Clubhouse seats approximately 900 race fans for full-service dining, before and during the performances. The first and second floors consist of numerous concessions and beverage areas including a second level food court offering a variety of menus. In addition, the "Las Vegas" style simulcast lounge offers the Hound & Horse deli. Track: The quarter-mile track is made up of a sand composition surface. Races, distances of 3/16 = 330 yds, 5/16 = 550 yds, 3/8 = 660 yds, and 7/16 = 770 yds. Kennels: Fourteen kennels house sixty two greyhounds each. Each kennel is equipped with hot water supplies, whirlpool, central heat, heat alarm and fire alarm systems, plus 24-hour security. Season & Post Times: World-class greyhound racing is featured year-round, rain or shine. Evening performances are as follows: Thursday through Saturday - doors open at 6:00 p.m. and races begin at 7:00 p.m. Matinee performances are held Wednesday at noon doors open at 11:00 a.m. Saturday and Sunday at 1:30 p.m. doors open at 12:30 p.m.