Virginia Derby at Colonial Downs Becomes a Kentucky Derby Qualifier

The Virginia Derby at Colonial Downs has been announced as a qualifying race for the 2025 Kentucky Derby. Scheduled for March 15, 2025, the winner will earn 50 qualifying points towards the Kentucky Derby, set for May 3, 2025.

Governor Glenn Youngkin praised the partnership with Churchill Downs, highlighting the effort to restore Virginia’s legacy of thoroughbred racing and solidify its status as a world-class destination. Bill Carstanjen, CEO of Churchill Downs Incorporated, expressed pride in expanding the race schedule at Colonial Downs and elevating the Virginia Derby as part of the prestigious Road to the Kentucky Derby.

Stay tuned to MrWilliamsburg.com for more updates on this exciting development in Virginia horse racing.