Horse Racing Alberta
Horse racing in Alberta has a proud tradition, and the Millarville Racing and Agricultural Society is at the heart of it. A general MRAS membership is required before purchasing a racing membership, and both can be purchased together.
EVERYONE PARTICIPATING IN HORSE RACING ALBERTA EVENTS MUST HOLD A VALID LICENCE
Exceptions: MRAS user groups, sanctioned equine committee programs, or approved facility rentals.
MRAS offers several membership options to fit your season and household. Whether you attend a handful of race days or the full card, there is a tier that works for you.
Annual: covers November through end of October the following year.
Seasonal: choose Winter (November through April 30) or Summer (May through end of October).
Family: two adults and up to two children under 18, all at the same address. Individual: one person per membership. Those interested in supporting the experience behind the scenes can also explore an administration racetrack support staff position through our careers page.
How Horse Racing Membership Works at Millarville
Getting started begins with purchasing a general MRAS membership, which is required alongside a racing membership. Both can be bought together in one step. You choose the term that fits your season, annual or seasonal, and the structure that fits your household, individual or family. Once your membership is active, you hold a valid licence to participate in Horse Racing Alberta events at Millarville. From there, you have access to our racing and equine facilities across the season.
What Shapes Your Racing Membership Cost
Your membership cost is determined by a few straightforward factors. Whether you choose an annual or seasonal term moves the number, as does whether you are covering an individual or a family of up to two adults and two children. Adding dependents beyond two children adjusts the total further. Because membership rates cannot be prorated, the timing of when you join within the season also matters. A general MRAS membership is required alongside a racing membership, and both can be purchased together.
Current Licence and Registration Rates
Individual
Family
Additional Family Dependents (more than 2 children)
ANNUAL
$325
$475
$70
SEASONAL
$225
$350
$50
Membership rates cannot be prorated. The annual christmas market typically marks the start of the new membership season each November.
Racing Facilities Include:
- Half-mile racetrack with a dedicated infield crossing for parking access near outdoor facilities
- Outdoor sand ring measuring 325 feet by 145 feet, available seasonally
- Rodeo arena at 100 feet by 70 feet for multi-use equine events
- Heated indoor arena with a 165 by 95 foot riding surface, accessible via FOB from the MRAS office
Horse Racing Alberta FAQs
Horse Racing Alberta FAQs
Do I need more than one membership to participate in horse racing events at Millarville?
Yes, two memberships are required. A general MRAS membership must be held alongside a racing membership before you can participate in Horse Racing Alberta events at Millarville. Both can be purchased together in a single step.
What membership terms are available for horse racing at Millarville Racetrack?
Members can choose an annual term covering November through the end of October the following year, or a seasonal term split into Winter (November through April 30) or Summer (May through the end of October).
How much does a horse racing membership at Millarville cost for a family versus an individual?
An annual individual membership is $325 and an annual family membership covering two adults and up to two children under 18 at the same address is $475. Seasonal rates are $225 for an individual and $350 for a family. Additional children beyond two cost $70 annually or $50 seasonally. Rates cannot be prorated.
When does the new horse racing membership season start at Millarville?
The new membership season typically begins each November, around the time of the annual Christmas Market.
What racing and equine facilities are available to members at the Millarville racetrack?
Active members have access to a half-mile racetrack with a dedicated infield crossing, an outdoor sand ring measuring 325 feet by 145 feet available seasonally, and a rodeo arena at 100 feet by 70 feet.
Are there any exceptions to the valid licence requirement for Horse Racing Alberta events at Millarville?
Yes, a few exceptions apply. MRAS user groups, sanctioned equine committee programs, and approved facility rentals are not required to hold a racing licence. All other participants must hold a valid licence before taking part.