Wonderland Greyhound Park was a track in Revere, Massachusetts that offered year-round greyhound racing. Located 5 miles north of historic downtown Boston, Wonderland had hosted greyhound racing continuously since it opened in 1935.

The Park featured an oval-shaped track with a total capacity of 8,000 and a seating capacity of 3,500.

Wonderland Greyhound Park annually hosted the sport's star athletes during two of the industry's premier open stake events – the Grady Memorial Sprint and the Wonderland Derby. It had showcased more All-American greyhounds than any other track in the country, with thirty-five All-American recipients competing at the oval, including 18 Derby Champions.

Wonderland Greyhound Park History

The track was constructed on the site of the old Wonderland Amusement Park in Revere. On opening night in June 12, 1935, an estimated 5,000 patrons watched Pansy Walker win the first race.

Throughout its illustrious history, many of greyhound racing's star athletes have graced Wonderland's oval. Most notable of these was the highly-celebrated Rural Rube. "The Rube" dominated the 1939 racing season, winning 19 times, and setting a world record of 31.00 flat for the 5/16ths mile.

Wonderland Greyhound Park officially closed its doors on September 19, 2010, ending 75 years of greyhound racing. The closure came as a result of declining attendance and changes in state gambling laws, which made operating the track financially unsustainable, bringing an end to one of Massachusetts' most iconic racing venues.

Million Dollar Handles at Wonderland Greyhound Park

Million dollar handles have been recorded at Wonderland Greyhound Park in four separate occassions. These were:

• August 29, 1981 - $1,004,826 (Derby Night)
• May 05, 1983 - $1,004,740
• August 11, 1984 - $1,086,554
• April 30, 1988 - $1,025,928