Woodbine Mohawk Park continues its exciting Standardbred holiday racing program featuring stakes finals and a mandatory Jackpot Hi-5 payout ready to make someone’s holiday wishes come true.

The festivities kick off on Thursday, Dec. 23, with the $489,248.24 mandatory Jackpot Hi-5 waiting to be claimed. In addition, a trio of Pop-Up Series for both pacers and trotters are scheduled, with post time at 7 p.m.

Woodbine Mohawk Park will not race on Friday, Dec. 24 or Saturday, Dec. 25, as the track's horsepeople and staff enjoy time with their families.

On December 26, an action-packed, 13-race Boxing Day matinee is scheduled, including the Niagara Pacing Series final for three-year-old filly pacers. After being delayed a week, the second leg of the Valedictory Series will also resume for three-year-old pacing colts, with the Preferred Pace the cherry on top of a stellar day. Post time for the Boxing Day card is 1 p.m.

The regular racing schedule will resume on December 27 with the Claiming Pop-Up Series final, the second leg of the condition Pop-Up pacing event, and the Preferred Trot*. Racing will continue December 30. Both cards will have 7 p.m. post times.

Continuing with the celebrations, bring in 2022 with your favourite equine friends as the New Year’s Eve card begins at 7 p.m.

After celebrating the stroke of midnight, racing will return on New Year’s Day with the Valedictory Series final. Post time is scheduled for 7 p.m.

Not sure how to play your holiday cards? Follow professional handicappers Chad Rozema and Monique Vag to view their insights and analysis, or visit the Woodbine website's Handicapping page to see the full complement of expert picks.

While being at Woodbine Mohawk Park is the best way to experience the thrill of racing, fans can also enjoy the races on Woodbine.com, while wagering on HPIbet.com or visit the new Dark Horse Bets app and download today.

*Subject to change upon completion of draw.

(With files from Woodbine)