May 3, 2025
Kentucky Derby Presented by Woodford Reserve
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Colonial Downs
10515 Colonial Downs Parkway, New Kent, VA 23124
about this track
Located in New Kent County, Colonial Downs is Virginia's only pari-mutuel Thoroughbred racetrack. Over 80 percent of the Summer Thoroughbred races are held over the Secretariat Turf Course, which at 180 feet wide, is the widest grass surface of any track in North America. The 1¼ mile dirt track is the country's second largest, next to Belmont Park.
Located in New Kent County, Colonial Downs is Virginia's only pari-mutuel Thoroughbred racetrack. Over 80 percent of the Summer Thoroughbred races are held over the Secretariat Turf Course, which at 180 feet wide, is the widest grass surface of any track in North America. The 1¼ mile dirt track is the country's second largest, next to Belmont Park.
After a six-year hiatus, Colonial Downs announced a re-opening for late summer 2019. The 15-day race schedule is highlighted by the return of the Grade 3 Virginia Derby, Colonial Downs' showcase event. The turf race for 3-year-olds has been won in past years by some of the top grass horses of the 21st century, including champions Kitten's Joy, English Channel, and Gio Ponti.
