The Preakness Stakes is the second race of the Triple Crown series and is held annually on the third Saturday in May at Pimlico Race Course in Baltimore. The 2024 Preakness Stakes will feature eight horses and their jockeys, including Mystik Dan, the winner of this year’s Kentucky Derby. Mystik Dan and his jockey, Brian Hernandez Jr., will be aiming for a win to bring them closer to the coveted Triple Crown title.
Tickets for the Preakness Stakes vary in price, with the low end starting at around $80 and higher-end tickets ranging from $500 to $1,000. The race is held on the third Saturday in May, two weeks after the Kentucky Derby and three weeks before the Belmont Stakes. The event coincides with Armed Forces Day, honoring those serving in the U.S. military. The race takes place at Pimlico Race Course in Baltimore, with the other Triple Crown races being held at Churchill Downs in Kentucky and Belmont Park in New York.
Secretariat holds the fastest Preakness Stakes time and also holds the record for the fastest time in all three Triple Crown races. In 1973, he won the Preakness Stakes and later went on to win the Belmont Stakes, securing the Triple Crown. Betting on the Preakness Stakes is a popular activity, with options for straight bets on single outcomes or exotic bets based on multiple outcomes. Bets can be placed at the track or online, depending on the legality in your state.
The dress code for the Preakness Stakes is more casual compared to the Kentucky Derby, with a focus on trendy dresses for women and suits for men. While extravagant hats are not as prominent at the Preakness, attendees can still choose to wear one if they wish. The emphasis is more on comfort and style rather than strict formal attire. Whether you’re attending the Preakness Stakes in person or watching from home, it’s sure to be an exciting event filled with thrilling horse races and competitive betting opportunities.
