Spring Racing Championship
Featured Event

Spring Racing Championship

May 15-17, 2025

Laurel Park

Our flagship racing event of the spring season features three days of premier thoroughbred racing with over $500,000 in prize money. Top trainers and jockeys from across the country will compete in this prestigious event.

Event Highlights:

  • Day 1 (May 15): Opening Day featuring the Gold Cup Qualifier
  • Day 2 (May 16): Ladies Day with the Filly & Mare Stakes
  • Day 3 (May 17): Championship Day featuring the $250,000 Gold Leaf Derby

Tickets start at $45 with premium packages available including dining options

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Upcoming Race Events

Spring Racing Championship
15-17 May

Spring Racing Championship

Gates open 10:00 AM | Laurel Park

Three days of premier thoroughbred racing with over $500,000 in prize money.

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Summer Classic
20-21 Jul

Summer Classic

Gates open 11:00 AM | Hastings Racecourse

A weekend of competitive racing featuring the prestigious Summer Cup.

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Summer Night Races
8-10 Jul

Summer Night Races

Gates open the 5:00 PM | Pimlico Race Course

Experience the excitement of night racing under the stars with special entertainment and dining packages.

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Friday Night Lights
Every Fri

Friday Night Lights

Gates open 5:30 PM | Pimlico Race Course

Weekly evening racing with live music and special food & beverage offers.

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Charity Race Day
30 Sep

Charity Race Day

Gates open 11:00 AM | Hastings Racecourse

A special race day raising funds for local charities with celebrity appearances and charity auctions.

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Autumn Racing Festival
14-16 Oct

Autumn Racing Festival

Gates open 10:30 AM | Laurel Park

Celebrate the autumn racing season with special food and beverage offerings, fashion competitions, and top-class racing.

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Spring Championship Race Schedule

Time
Race
Distance
Prize
12:30 PM
Opening Maiden Race
1200m
$25,000
1:15 PM
Novice Handicap
1600m
$30,000
2:00 PM
Fillies Classic
1400m
$40,000
2:45 PM
Gold Cup Qualifier
2000m
$75,000
3:30 PM
Sprint Challenge
1000m
$35,000
4:15 PM
Veterans Stakes
1800m
$45,000
Time
Race
Distance
Prize
12:30 PM
Juvenile Sprint
1100m
$30,000
1:15 PM
Mid-Distance Challenge
1600m
$35,000
2:00 PM
Ladies Purse
1400m
$40,000
2:45 PM
Filly & Mare Stakes
1800m
$80,000
3:30 PM
Stayers Handicap
2400m
$50,000
4:15 PM
Ladies Day Trophy
1600m
$60,000
Time
Race
Distance
Prize
12:30 PM
Opening Sprint
1200m
$30,000
1:15 PM
Three-Year-Old Trophy
1600m
$45,000
2:00 PM
Champion Hurdle
3200m
$70,000
2:45 PM
Veteran Jockeys Cup
1400m
$40,000
3:30 PM
Championship Sprint
1000m
$60,000
4:15 PM
Gold Leaf Derby
2400m
$250,000

Racecourse Information

Our Racing Venues

Laurel Park: 198 Laurel Race Track Rd, Laurel, MD 20725
Hastings Racecourse: 188 N Renfrew St, Vancouver, BC
Pimlico Race Course: 5201 Park Heights Ave, Baltimore, MD 21215

All locations feature convenient parking and are easily accessible by public transport.

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Facilities

  • Covered grandstand
  • Multiple dining options
  • Betting facilities
  • Children's playground
  • Accessible seating
  • ATMs on-site

Dining Options

  • The Winning Post Restaurant
  • Trackside CafĂ©
  • Grandstand Bar
  • VIP Clubhouse Dining
  • Food trucks and concessions