Greyhound Racing Is More Exciting At Southland Casino
Nearest Races to Tunica, MS & Memphis, TN
Come race with us! When it comes to greyhound racing, Southland Casino racetrack has one of the largest kennel compounds in the nation and is widely known as one of the best greyhound racing programs in the country. If you’re playing to win, you’re in luck because Southland Casino offers the highest purse in North American racing. Round out your visit by dining at our various food outlets. There's something for everyone and every occasion! Or extend the fun into our gaming facility. Our reward members benefit from both gaming and dining perks too!
Southland Casino's West Memphis Racing Facility
Southland Casino opened its doors in West Memphis, AR for the first time in 1956. For many years, the greyhounds raced only seasonally, from April until October, but as the popularity of the live greyhound races grew, the season was extended to year-round racing. This was made possible when the racing surface was fitted with an underground heating system.
Southland Casino still holds one of the dog racing industry's all-time attendance and wagering records: September 24, 1981, nearly 21,000 people were in attendance, wagering over $1.3 million on that evening's racing performance. Even more impressive? Southland hosts the only million dollar day in greyhound racing during the Festival of Stakes.
Fun facts about Southland Casino's Greyhound Races:
* Southland has one of the largest kennel compounds in the nation. It's twenty-five buildings can hold up to 1,950 greyhounds at any given time.
* Southland is the only racetrack in the nation that conducts nine-dog racing as part of its live racing programs.
* Southland conducts an average of 6,000 races per year. We also offer simulcast wagering seven days a week, year-round (except on Christmas and Easter).
* Southland has been home to many greyhound All-American selections over the years. Most recently, Flupascrackerbox (who holds records for most wins all time at Southland and various win streak records) and CT Buck Wild (won back to back Southland Derby's in 2009-2010).
Come on down to Southland Casino and see for yourself what makes it one of the best greyhound racing experiences in the country!
