Pimlico Race Course

Pimlico Race Course Home of the Preakness Stakes
The Middle Jewel of the Triple Crown Three years later the horse would have the 1873 Preakness Stakes named in his honor.

Pimlico Race Course is a racetrack in Baltimore, Maryland, most famous for hosting the Preakness Stakes. Its name is derived from the 1660s when English settlers called the area where the facility currently stands in honor of Olde Ben Pimlico's Tavern in London. The racetrack is nicknamed "Old Hilltop" after a small rise in the infield that became a favorite gathering place for thoroughbred traine

rs and race enthusiasts. Pimlico officially opened in the fall of 1870, with the c**t Preakness winning the first running of the Dinner Party Stakes. The track is also noted as the home for the match race in which Seabiscuit beat War Admiral in the second Pimlico Special, on November 1, 1938, before a crowd of 43,000.

08/05/2026

A new chapter begins for the Preakness Stakes.

The 152nd Preakness Stakes will be run at Pimlico Race Course on Sunday, May 23, 2027, with the Black-Eyed Susan Stakes moving to Saturday, May 22, 2027, creating an expanded weekend of world-class racing and celebration in Baltimore.

The Maryland Jockey Club has also renewed its media rights agreement with NBC Sports, ensuring the Preakness Stakes will continue to be broadcast on NBC and Peacock TV through 2032.

Read the full press release: https://www.preakness.com/news/the-maryland-jockey-club-announces-changes-to-2027-preakness-week

We extend our heartfelt condolences for the passing of our champion, Robby Albarado, to his friends, family, and all who...
08/05/2026

We extend our heartfelt condolences for the passing of our champion, Robby Albarado, to his friends, family, and all who knew him.

A champion forever.

The Maryland Stadium Authority invites you to an open house for short interviews about Pimlico Race Course and the Preak...
04/29/2026

The Maryland Stadium Authority invites you to an open house for short interviews about Pimlico Race Course and the Preakness Stakes. Share your stories, memories, and memorabilia! Bring photos, brochures, pamphlets, or anything that reflects Pimlico’s history.

📅 Tuesday, May 12
🕛 12–8 PM
📍 Center for Hope, 5400 Preakness Way, Baltimore, MD 21215

⏱️ 20-minute interview slots are first-come, first-served. Sign up here:
https://forms.rkkdev.com/pimlico-open-interviews

Can’t attend in person? Share your memories and photos online instead:
https://form.jotform.com/260433531465150

We look forward to hearing your Pimlico stories!

04/07/2026

OVG is expanding its footprint in Baltimore through a new multi-year partnership with the , bringing its Global Partnerships expertise to and the iconic Preakness Stakes.

OVG Global Partnerships will lead brand partnership development for Pimlico including sales, creative, solutions and valuations, marking the company’s first involvement with a U.S. horse racing property and further expanding its global portfolio.

This milestone builds on OVG’s continued investment in Baltimore, anchored by the redevelopment of CFG Bank Arena, and reflects a long-term commitment to delivering innovative partnerships and enhanced fan experiences.

Legacy lives here. New chapter in Maryland racing coming soon.
01/29/2026

Legacy lives here. New chapter in Maryland racing coming soon.

A new dawn, a new chapter. Happy New Year!
01/01/2026

A new dawn, a new chapter. Happy New Year!

12/25/2025
He was born in Kentucky, but raised and trained at Sagamore Farm making Native Dancer more than just a Pimlico legend, h...
12/15/2025

He was born in Kentucky, but raised and trained at Sagamore Farm making Native Dancer more than just a Pimlico legend, he's a Maryland champion. He won 21 of his 22 starts, including the 1953 Preakness and Belmont Stakes, with his only loss coming in the Kentucky Derby.

He appears in the pedigree of countless champions including Mr. Prospector and Northern Dancer, leaving a mark that still echoes throughout the sport.

You can't talk about the legends of Pimlico without mentioning the one that created a new generation of racing fans. In ...
12/08/2025

You can't talk about the legends of Pimlico without mentioning the one that created a new generation of racing fans. In 2015, American Pharoah rolled into Pimlico with the weight of a 37-year drought on his shoulders, and left with the energy of a champion in full command.

He powered through the mud, pulled away with ease, and turned Old Hilltop into the launching pad for a Triple Crown run we’d been waiting decades to see. Did you watch his unforgettable Preakness performance?

This Thanksgiving, we’re grateful for the heart, the history, and the unforgettable victories. Happy Thanksgiving!
11/27/2025

This Thanksgiving, we’re grateful for the heart, the history, and the unforgettable victories. Happy Thanksgiving!

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