SAN DIEGO -- The 65th racing season at the Del Mar Thoroughbred Club kicked off Wednesday.

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Opening day festivities included the "One and Only Truly Fabulous Hat Contest," which honors the top entries in such categories as Best Racing Theme, Most Glamorous, Most Patriotic and Funniest/Most Outrageous.

As for the racing, the track again offers a full-range of options to its fans during its seven-week run ending on Sept. 8. Racing will be held every day of the week except Tuesdays.

Del Mar Races Season Highlights

July 21: Opening Day/Hat Contest
July 25: Family Fun Day with SpongeBob SquarePants
July 31: Del Mar Wall Clock Giveaway
Aug. 22: $1 Million Pacific Classic

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Admissions

Single Grandstand Admission: $5
Active Duty Military: Free
Senior Citizen (weekdays only): $3
Grandstand Admission Coupon Book (10 general admissions): $25
Single Clubhouse Admission: $8

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Buy tickets online or call (858) 792-4242.