Colonial Downs Racetrack today launched a new brand, logo, and digital presence to mark the start of a new era for Thoroughbred racing in Virginia. As Virginia’s premier Thoroughbred racetrack ...

NEW KENT — Colonial Downs’ racing season will run for 48 days next year, the New Kent racetrack announced. It will be the most live racing days held in one season at the racetrack in its nearly ...

RICHMOND, Va. -- We connected with Frank Hopf, Director of Racing at Colonial Downs to learn more about the upcoming, 2026 Virginia Derby. The Virginia Derby at Colonial Downs Racetrack is happening ...

NEW KENT — More than 8,000 fans are expected to attend the Virginia Derby — Virginia’s only Kentucky Derby qualifier race — this weekend at Colonial Downs. A small number of general admission tickets ...

NEW KENT COUNTY, Va. (WRIC) — The 2026 Virginia Derby at Colonial Downs Racetrack in New Kent County will once again serve as an official qualifier to the Kentucky Derby. On Friday, Sept. 12, Gov.

Beyond the live thoroughbred racing and state-of-the art betting parlor, Colonial Downs Racetrack provides an exciting range of exclusive amenities designed for both social gatherings and professional ...

NEW KENT COUNTY, Va. — Colonial Downs is gearing up for one of the biggest racing events in the history of the Commonwealth — the Virginia Derby. The Virginia Derby is the Commonwealth's only Kentucky ...

NEW KENT COUNTY, Va. (WRIC) — Tens of thousands of race fans headed to Colonial Downs Racetrack in New Kent County on Saturday for a day of betting and excitement, with Incredibolt winning the ...