NEW KENT COUNTY, Va. — Colonial Downs is gearing up for one of the biggest racing events in the history of the Commonwealth — the Virginia Derby. The Virginia Derby is the Commonwealth's only Kentucky ...

Today, Dec. 15, the Virginia Racing Commission approved an expanded and adjusted 48-day live racing season for Colonial Downs Racetrack in 2026. This will be the most live racing days ever held in one ...

Colonial Downs Racetrack today launched a new brand, logo, and digital presence to mark the start of a new era for Thoroughbred racing in Virginia. As Virginia’s premier Thoroughbred racetrack ...

NEW KENT — More than 8,000 fans are expected to attend the Virginia Derby — Virginia’s only Kentucky Derby qualifier race — this weekend at Colonial Downs. A small number of general admission tickets ...

NEW KENT COUNTY, Va. — Colonial Downs in New Kent County is buzzing with excitement as some of the top horses and trainers in the country arrive for a three-day racing weekend headlined by the ...

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NEW KENT COUNTY, Va. (WRIC) — Tens of thousands of race fans headed to Colonial Downs Racetrack in New Kent County on Saturday for a day of betting and excitement, with Incredibolt winning the ...

The history, the pageantry, the spectacle — thoroughbred horse racing celebrates an enduring allure all its own. In Virginia, a visit to Colonial Downs is the best bet for fans who want to appreciate ...

Though on-track numbers were down at Colonial Downs, the Virginia racetrack reported gains in off-track business for its 41-day meet that ended Aug. 12. Extreme heat forced the cancellation of racing ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Colonial Downs is hosting a record 48 days of racing this season, headlined by the Virginia Derby, the Commonwealth's only ...