The Oaklawn Racing Season typically begins in late January or early February and runs into April, offering an exciting schedule of live horse racing. This season includes the famous Rebel Stakes, a Grade 2 event that serves as a key prep race for the Kentucky Derby. Fans can enjoy the races in person or catch the action through simulcast broadcasts at various locations.
Oaklawn Park Racing Calendar
Oaklawn Park, known as “The Racing Capital of the South,” holds its annual racing season from January through May. Here’s the schedule for the upcoming 2023 racing season:
- January 26th: Season opener
- March 4th: Rebel Stakes (Grade 2)
- March 12th: Southwest Stakes (Grade 3)
- March 19th: Arkansas Derby (Grade 1)
- May 1st: Season closer
The following table provides a more comprehensive view of the racing schedule, including post times and special events:
| Date | Post Time | Special Event |
|---|---|---|
| January 26th – February 25th | 12:30 PM | – |
| February 26th – March 3rd | 1 PM | – |
| March 4th | 1:05 PM | Rebel Stakes (Grade 2) |
| March 5th – March 10th | 1 PM | – |
| March 11th | 1:05 PM | – |
| March 12th | 1:05 PM | Southwest Stakes (Grade 3) |
| March 13th – March 17th | 1 PM | – |
| March 18th | 1:05 PM | – |
| March 19th | 12:30 PM | Arkansas Derby (Grade 1) |
| March 20th – March 24th | 1 PM | – |
| March 25th | 1:05 PM | – |
| March 26th – April 29th | 1 PM | – |
| April 30th | 1:05 PM | – |
| May 1st | 12:30 PM | – |
For the latest information on the racing schedule, please visit the Oaklawn Park website or follow them on social media.
Opening Day at Oaklawn Park
Saddle up and get ready for the thrill of live horse racing at Oaklawn Park! The 2023 racing season is just around the corner, and we can’t wait to welcome you to the track. Here’s everything you need to know about Opening Day:
Date: Friday, January 27, 2023
Gates Open: 11:00 AM
First Race: 1:00 PM
Highlights of Opening Day
- 10 exciting races to kick off the season
- Free admission for all guests
- Live music and entertainment throughout the day
- A variety of dining options, from casual snacks to fine dining
Admission and Parking
- General admission is free on Opening Day.
- Reserved seating and VIP packages are available for purchase.
- Parking is free for all guests.
Racing Schedule
| Race Number | Post Time |
|---|---|
| 1 | 1:00 PM |
| 2 | 1:33 PM |
| 3 | 2:06 PM |
| 4 | 2:39 PM |
| 5 | 3:12 PM |
| 6 | 3:45 PM |
| 7 | 4:18 PM |
| 8 | 4:51 PM |
| 9 | 5:24 PM |
| 10 | 5:57 PM |
Don’t miss the excitement of Opening Day at Oaklawn Park! Join us for a day of thrilling races, live entertainment, and unforgettable memories.
Oaklawn Racing Season
The 2023 Oaklawn racing season begins on Friday, January 27th, and runs through Saturday, April 15th. Live racing is scheduled for five days a week, Wednesday through Sunday. Post time for the first race each day is 1:00 PM CST.
Oaklawn Stakes Schedule
The Oaklawn Stakes schedule features 13 graded stakes races, including the Grade 1 Arkansas Derby and the Grade 2 Rebel Stakes. The following is a list of the graded stakes races at Oaklawn in 2023:
- Grade 1 Arkansas Derby – April 1st
- Grade 2 Rebel Stakes – March 25th
- Grade 2 Oaklawn Handicap – April 9th
- Grade 3 Southwest Stakes – February 25th
- Grade 3 Razorback Handicap – March 18th
- Grade 3 Fantasy Stakes – April 1st
- Grade 3 Count Fleet Sprint Handicap – February 18th
- Grade 3 Azeri Stakes – March 11th
- Grade 3 Honeybee Stakes – March 11th
- Grade 3 Whitmore Stakes – February 25th
- Grade 3 American Stakes – March 11th
- Grade 3 Apple Blossom Handicap – April 15th
- Grade 3 Oaklawn Mile Stakes – April 15th
2023 Oaklawn Racing Season
The 2023 Oaklawn Racing Season is set to begin on Friday, January 27th, and will run through Saturday, April 15th. The season will feature 67 days of live racing, with post times scheduled for 12:30 PM CST on Fridays and Saturdays, and 1:00 PM CST on Thursdays and Sundays. The track will be closed on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays throughout the season.
The 2023 Oaklawn Racing Season will offer a variety of stakes races, including the $1 million Arkansas Derby (G1) on April 1st, the $600,000 Oaklawn Handicap (G2) on April 9th, and the $500,000 Fantasy Stakes (G3) on March 11th. The season will also feature the $250,000 Rebel Stakes (G2) on February 25th, the $200,000 Southwest Stakes (G3) on February 18th, and the $150,000 Smarty Jones Stakes on January 28th.
- Start date: Friday, January 27th
- End date: Saturday, April 15th
- Number of racing days: 67
- Post times: 12:30 PM CST on Fridays and Saturdays, 1:00 PM CST on Thursdays and Sundays
- Closed days: Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays
| Race | Date | Purse |
|---|---|---|
| Arkansas Derby (G1) | April 1st | $1 million |
| Oaklawn Handicap (G2) | April 9th | $600,000 |
| Fantasy Stakes (G3) | March 11th | $500,000 |
| Rebel Stakes (G2) | February 25th | $250,000 |
| Southwest Stakes (G3) | February 18th | $200,000 |
| Smarty Jones Stakes | January 28th | $150,000 |
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