Other facilities at the track include the clubhouse and the grandstand. The configuration of the Fair Grounds track is fairly straightforward, with a one-mile dirt track sitting alongside a seven-furlong oval turf course. The track also offers simulcasting, which is available all year round at Fair Grounds.
The track is partnered with Arlington Park, which is located in Arlington Heights, Ill. It is currently operated by the Churchill Downs Louisiana Horse racing Company, and they have been responsible for the day-to-day running of the venue since 2004. The track regularly hosts thoroughbred racing and also boasts a casino and slots area. It is located in the mid-city area and is approximately 20 miles from New Orleans International Airport. Fair Grounds Race Course & Slots is located in New Orleans and is the third-oldest racetrack in North America.
