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OKLAHOMA CITY, OK, (March 24, 2025) – Camels, ostriches, zebras and Clydesdales will take to the track at Remington Park on Sunday, April 13, to raise funds for Oklahoma nonprofits during the highly-anticipated Extreme Racing for Charity event. This event is free and for all ages.
“Extreme Race Day combines the fun of exotic animal racing with the thrill of live horse racing, making it one of our highest attended event days of the year,” said Matt Vance, the track’s executive vice president of racing. “The event also helps many great causes as the day has become one of the top charitable fundraisers of the year at Remington Park.”
The day features extreme animal races in between the live racing card. The exotic animals are paired with Oklahoma nonprofit organizations to raise money to further their mission. Nonprofits also can have an informational booth on the Track level inside, offering resources about the services they provide.
Extreme Racing raises funds for Remington Park Charities, a select group of local nonprofit organizations that benefit from the track’s organized fundraising events throughout the year. In 2024, the Remington Park charity program distributed over $97,000 through fundraising efforts. Major fundraising events hosted by Remington Park include Extreme Racing and the Riders Cup Golf Classic in September along with other events and activities.
In 2025, the RP Charities program welcomed two new nonprofit organizations – Nexus Animals and Oklahoma City Ballet – to its roster said Michael Chapple, Remington Park vice president of facilities and protective services.
“Forging these meaningful connections within our local community and beyond is thrilling for our Remington Park team members,” said Chapple. “Our investment in both new and longstanding partnerships reflects our unwavering commitment to collaborative growth and creating lasting mutual success.”
The full list of 2025 Remington Park Charities includes Autism Oklahoma, American Lung Association, Breast Cancer Survivors Oklahoma, Citizens Caring for Children, the Family Awareness and Community Teamwork (FACT) Unit of the Oklahoma City Police Department, Permanently Disabled Jockeys Fund, Pivot, Oklahoma City Ballet, Nexus Animals, Oklahoma Race Horse Retirement Programs (including Horse and Hound Rescue Foundation and the Oklahoma Thoroughbred Retirement Program).
EXTREME RACING FOR CHARITY DETAILS Remington Park live racing begins at 4 p.m. Sunday, April 13, with extreme races taking place on this schedule: Clydesdales after Race 1; Zebras after Race 2; Ostriches after Race 4; Camels after Race 6. Flying Pig Races will take place on their own track, located just north of the Plaza throughout the day.
All fans can see the animals up close and take pictures, as they will be made available on the Plaza South.
Attendees are encouraged to arrive at the track early. Local food trucks will be at Remington Park during the festivities. The event is open to all ages, and there is no cost to attend. Parking also is free at Remington Park.
