Preakness Stakes 2026
About This Tournament
The second leg of thoroughbred racing's Triple Crown. Temporarily relocated to Laurel Park for 2026 due to Pimlico grandstand reconstruction, with a $2 million purse for three-year-old horses.
Tournament Details
Sport
Racing
Venue
Laurel, Maryland
Start Date
May 16, 2026
End Date
May 16, 2026
Prize Pool
$2,000,000
Format
In-Person
Organizer
Laurel Park
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