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Hamburg Gaming, Buffalo Raceway closing due to COVID-19 concerns

Gaming venue closed; live harness racing cancelled until May 2.

The Hamburg Fairgrounds is extending its list of cancellantions and postponement of events.

Both Hamburg Gaming and Buffalo Raceway announced they are shutting down over the coronavirus outbreak.

At Hamburg Gaming, all activities are cancelled until further notice, including casino promotions.

Buffalo Raceway is cancelling live harness racing for 45 days. An expected restart date is set for Saturday, May 2.

"We will continue to monitor the recommendations of health professionals and abide by the regulatory direction from our local, state and federal officials", said Buffalo Raceway COO James Mango.

The following are cancelled or postponed:

  • Plantasia Garden & Landscape Show
  • Gem, Mineral & Fossil Show (rescheduled for May 16-17)
  • WNY Equifest
  • Springtime in the Country (rescheduled for May 1-3)
  • Motorcycle Swap Meet
  • National Pool & Spa Show
  • Hamburg High School Band Fundraiser
  • Empire State Beef Classic
  • Meyers RV Show
  • Spring Fling Quarter Horse Show
  • Gold & Silver Show
  • Collectors Haven Show
  • Niagara Frontier Gun Show

Still on, put now drive-through pick-up only, is the Conservation District Seedling Pickup & Sale set for April 25.

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