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You are invited · Sat 16 May 2026
Preakness Stakes
Laurel Park, United States
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Women: Sundresses, bold and bright colors, hats and fascinators. No tank tops or cutoffs in dining areas.. Men: Casual attire; bold and bright colors encouraged, ditching formal suits in favor of more relaxed styling. Millinery: Encouraged; wide-brimmed hats, fascinators, and dramatic headpieces traditional. Style: Bold and bright colors, traditional pink and black (black honoring race nickname 'run for the roses'). Modern blend of classic elegance and expressive flair.
Theme colours
- black
- gold
- orange
- yellow
what to wear
The dress code
- Dress standard
- Formal
- Millinery
- encouraged
- Season
- Spring
- Official flower
- Black-Eyed Susan
- Prize money
- $300,000
Women
Second jewel of Triple Crown. Baltimore racing tradition.
Required
- Smart racing attire
- Elegant footwear
Encouraged
- Statement hat
- Black-eyed Susan theme
- Orange and yellow
Leave at home
- Casual wear
Men
Smart formal racing style.
Required
- Suit or sports coat
- Collared shirt
- Dress shoes
Encouraged
- Bright pocket square
- Summer suit
Leave at home
- Casual wear
- Jeans
Formal enclosures
Sundresses, bold and bright colors, hats and fascinators. No tank tops or cutoffs in dining areas.
General admission
Casual attire; bold and bright colors encouraged, ditching formal suits in favor of more relaxed styling
Styling notes
Bold and bright colors, traditional pink and black (black honoring race nickname 'run for the roses'). Modern blend of classic elegance and expressive flair.
Weather
Mid-May Baltimore - 20-28°C. Warm and potentially humid.
History
The 2025 race was the 150th running of the Preakness Stakes. The event is known as 'The Middle Jewel' of the Triple Crown and takes place at Pimlico Race Course in Baltimore, Maryland.
Enclosures
- Infield Fan Zone
Check the official details before you go: preakness.com ↗
for the day
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Wendy Scully Millinery
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Avera Bag
$75
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$79
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