NEW KENT — Colonial Downs in New Kent is gearing up for this Saturday’s Old Dominion Derby Day, its final premium racing day of the summer racing season.
According to the track, the event will feature live music from ’80s tribute act The Deloreans, as well as high-profile horses, trainers and jockeys competing for $1.3 million in prize money.
“We’re excited to welcome fans to the track for the final premium racing event in our 2025 season,” said Frank Hopf, Senior Director of Racing at Colonial Downs. “It’s been an incredible season of fun and excitement at the track with great entertainment and top-tier racing featuring world-class horses, trainers, and jockeys competing for millions in prize money. We’ve only got a few days of racing left this season, so get your tickets today and make plans to join us for the Old Dominion Derby!”
The track said Saturday’s 10-race card will be highlighted by the Grade 3 $500,000 Old Dominion Derby featuring eight horses, including World Beater, one of the nation’s top 3-year-old turf horses coming off a big win in the Grade 1 Saratoga Derby. The $150,000 Da Hoss race will feature Doncho, a 4-year-old who earlier this month set a world record going 5½ furlongs on turf.
Additional races will include the $250,000 Old Dominion Oaks, $150,000 Colonial Cup, $125,000 Exacta Systems Rosie’s Stakes and $125,000 Kitten’s Joy.
In addition to live music throughout race day, family-friendly entertainment will be available around the track.
Tickets start at $5 for General Admission, and children five years old and under are admitted free. Limited indoor, covered, and reserved seats remain. Visit ColonialDowns.com for tickets. Post time for the first race is noon.
The 2025 live racing season at Colonial Downs will conclude next week with live racing from Wednesday, Sept. 10 to Saturday, Sept. 13.