Acceptable Valid IDs

All ID's must have a photograph, be current, and written in English.

• US Issued Driver’s License
• US Issued State ID Card
• Resident Alien Card
• Passport
• Passport Card
• Current US Military ID

Basic Rules

• Must be 21 to enter. No ID no entry.
• No outside food or beverage.
• No weapons (includes knives).
• No outside alcohol or drinking in parking areas etc.
• We reserve the right to visually inspect all bags, packages and purses.
• Patron showing visible signs of intoxication are not allowed to enter or remain on property.
• We are not responsible for loss or damage resulting in the parking areas. Safeguard your valuables.

Minors

• Patrons under the age of 21 are NOT permitted on the Casino floor.
• Patrons under the age 18 are not permitted in the OTW, Grandstands or racing apron except during live racing.
• During Live Racing minors are allowed in the OTW, Apron, Grandstands, the Terrace dining area (when open) 1 hour before the start of live racing until ½ hour after the end of the last race.
• All minors must remain under control (within physical control—approximately arm’s length of) and accompanied by an adult while on property.
• Minors under 18 may not be left unattended on property including in your hotel room or in your vehicle without an adult present.

Photography Policy

Hollywood Casino at Charles Town Races (HCCTR) permits still photography, limited for personal use on the racing side of the facility subject to the following conditions:

• Cameras with a detachable or professional lens will not be permitted onto HCCTR grounds without an HCCTR issued media credential. This includes telephoto or zoom lenses and interchangeable lenses of any kind.
• HCCTR reserves the right to disallow cameras that, in its opinion, will be used to produce professionally or commercially marketed images.
• Flash photography is strictly prohibited.
• Camcorders or any other audio/visual equipment are prohibited unless authorized by HCCTR.
• No tripod or other photography equipment may be used without an HCCTR issued media credential.
• HCCTR strictly prohibits the use of still photos or video footage for commercial or professional purposes without express written approval.
• Photography in the barn area requires a valid media credential and permission from HCCTR and the horse trainer.

No photography or audio/visual recording of any kind is permitted on the gaming floor.

Media / Photography Credentials

• Members of the media and anyone taking photographs for commercial or professional use must obtain an HCCTR issued media credential.
• Photography is limited to outdoor track areas and may not occur indoors or at mutuel windows.
• Credentials are issued on a per-event basis and are not valid beyond the date of issuance.
• Daily media credentials are granted to qualified professional media organizations.
• Independent applicants may be considered if they demonstrate responsible and consistent coverage.
• Credentials are only issued for legitimate news gathering and dissemination.
• Freelancers must represent a publication and have a pre-approved story concept.
• Approval is not guaranteed; HCCTR may deny or revoke credentials at any time.
• Proof of insurance is required for anyone bringing equipment onsite.