Saturday July 18th - Virginia Derby Day!

2009 Virginia Derby logo

 

Gio Ponti takes the 2008 Virginia Derby

It's the biggest annual day on the Virginia horse racing calendar. See the country's top 3 year old horses compete in the 12th annual $750,000 Virginia Derby (Gr. II), the richest thoroughbred race in Virginia. Click here to view printed advertisement.

 

 

Gates open at 11AM and racing begins at 12:55
Virginia Derby (race 11) post time 5:59pm

Seating Options and Pricing

* - Must reserve entire table
** - First come first serve Derby Day ONLY

2 GREAT Derby Day Parties at the Track!

Trackside Party Zone

Virginia Derby Party ZoneAn all inclusive event, where food, drinks, live music & more is provided for one low price!

$30 advance sale, $35 day of, $15 kids tickets

Ticket Includes:

  • Admission and Race Program
  • Deluxe Barbecue Lunch
  • 3 Beer, Wine or Soft Drink Tickets
  • Colonial Downs Cooler Bag
  • Live Music on stage by NRG Krysys
  • Come-back Admission Pass

We are no longer accepting PayPal online purchasing, Please Call (804)966-7223 ext. 1032 to purchase

Tickets will NO LONGER be mailed and MUST be picked up at Will Call at the Racetrack)

Trackside Party Reserved Table for Four - $200

Trackside Reserved Party Zone Umbrella TablesEnjoy all the Trackside Party perks along with a reserved umbrella table and four chairs! You will be as close to the track as you can get without getting dirt on your shoes!

Availability is limited, Please Call (804)966-7223 ext. 1032 to reserve your table

Tickets will NO LONGER be mailed and MUST be picked up at Will Call at the Racetrack)

Chill On Derby Hill - hosted by the Richmond Ski Club

A "Bring your own party" event, where you bring your own coolers, adult beverages, food, grill, tent & chairs!

Picnic on the TurnChill on Derby Hill with a “bring your own picnic” event this year in the track’s first turn area. A $20 advance sale ticket allows you to bring your own cooler, picnic food, chairs and grill to this unique Derby Day setting. The ticket price goes up to $30 day of and kids 12 and under are free.

We are no longer accepting PayPal online purchasing, Please Call (804)966-7223 ext. 1032 to purchase

Tickets will NO LONGER be mailed and MUST be picked up at Will Call at the Racetrack)

Other ways to enjoy the Virginia Derby!

The Virginia Derby Fancy Hat Contest information. Come out wearing your fanciest hat to win GREAT prizes!




Please join us for 'An Evening in the Winner's Circle' at Colonial Downs to celebrate the 12th running of the Virginia Derby. Enjoy eight live races with premier viewing of the homestretch and finish line, mix and mingle with winning jockeys, and raise your hand to bid in an exciting special auction — featuring a trip package to the Breeder's Cup!

In our race to save retired Thoroughbreds from abuse, neglect and slaughter, we like to think we make it to the winner's circle more times than not. Our Second Chances Program at James River Work Center has been nationally recognized for its success saving horses and men through rehabilitation and vocational training.

We look forward to seeing you in the winner's circle on July 17th!

Click here to purchase tickets

www.jamesriverhorses.org

Thank you to our sponsors: 
Colonial Downs, Essex Bank and Cre-Run Enterprises

Thoroughbred Retirement Foundation

Pony UP winner