I always get great seats if I just walk in. For years I waited on the line early in the morning for the seats they made available, then somebody told me just go scalp them. You only pay a little more. It isn't like a Yankee or Mets game. Whitney and Travers day are usually tough to get but there is always somebody selling. My girlfriend will only come over if she has a seat and she only likes the big races. Personally I would just sit and watch them on tv, I could care less about being there but if I am heading up on the train I am going to see some live racing. Saratoga for me is all about the mornings though, I actually can't stand the crowds during the racing day.