Baldwin Avenue will be closed to vehicular traffic between the 210 Freeway and Huntington Drive from 7:30 a.m. until 9:30 a.m. this Saturday, April 5, in order to accommodate Santa Anita’s 20th annual Derby Day 5k Run & Walk.
Accordingly, Santa Anita’s Gate 8, which adjoins the Westfield Santa Anita shopping mall on Baldwin Ave., and Gate 7, at the track’s northeast end, will also be closed to vehicles during the same time frame. Vehicles driving on Baldwin Avenue between Huntington Drive and Foothill Boulevard will be delayed or diverted during these hours, according to the Arcadia Police Department. It is recommended that alternate routes be used during this time period to avoid being detoured or delayed.
Questions or concerns may be directed to Sergeant Brian Ortiz or the on-duty Watch Commander at the Arcadia Police Department, (626) 574-5156.
Those wishing to visit Clockers’ Corner will be able to enter the track on Santa Anita’s east end, through Gate 5, or on the track’s southern perimeter, through Gate 3. Gates 3 & 5 will be open for easy access to Clockers’ Corner beginning at 5 a.m. and will remain open throughout the day. Santa Anita’s main track will be closed for training at 7:30 a.m.
Gate 3 is located at the intersection of Holly Ave. and Huntington Drive. Gate 5 is located on the northeast end of the track, at the confluence of Colorado Place and Huntington Drive.
For additional information on the Santa Anita Derby and on the Derby Day 5k Run & Walk, fans are encouraged to visit santaanita.com, or call (626) 574-RACE.