Oaklawn's live racing season is the most exciting time of year for racing fans and horsemen alike. Starting in December and finishing in May, Oaklawn's racing season features 62 stakes races and more than $18 million in purses! View and download the full 2025-2026 Oaklawn Racing calendar and stakes schedule below, as well as a variety of other resources for spectators and competitors.
Racing
2025-2026 Oaklawn Racing Season
Oaklawn Race Day Info
Gate entry is FREE every race day.
Gates open at 11:00am on most race days (subject to change).
Oaklawn Today pre-race analysis show starts at 11:10am.
First post time at 12:45 pm (subject to change).
Promotions
Race Day Restaurant Reservations
Because seating is limited and demand is high, reservations are encouraged at trackside restaurants. Reservation hours are Wednesday-Saturday, 10am-4pm during Live Meet.
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Carousel
To make a reservation, call 501-363-4660.
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Post Parade
To make a reservation, call 501-363-4660.
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Grandstand Season Seats Packages
Choose your seats package and continue to Etix to complete your online reservation.
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Grandstand Seats for Individual Race Days
Please continue to Etix to reserve grandstand seats for individual events.
Grandstand box seating is seasonal only and not available for daily rentals. Seasonal boxes for the 2025-2026 meet are sold out.
Group Sales Reservations
Book your group for a day at the races. Find out more about restaurant reservations, grandstand seats, trophy presentations and more.
Learn MoreOaklawn Today
Watch race day replays and pre-race analysis on Oaklawn Today hosted by Oaklawn's Nancy Holthus and Matt Dinerman.
Watch Live Every Race Day @ 11:10AM
Expert Oaklawn Race Picks
Get expert race picks from Nancy and Matt!
Today's SelectionsInfield Open
The racing infield will be open on Saturdays and Sundays weather permitting.
Infield Schedule
Dawn at Oaklawn
Join us every Saturday morning for Dawn at Oaklawn and get a behind-the-scenes look at Thoroughbred racing. Host Nancy Holthus visits with different racing insiders each week and explains the morning training process to guests as they enjoy complimentary coffee.
Info & Schedule
Workout Videos
Watch Oaklawn's Workout Videos. Easily search by Horse, Owner or Trainer and sort by date all in one place.
Watch Oaklawn Workout Videos
Place Your Bets
Whether you're a first timer at Oaklawn or a seasoned vet, find the information you need to place a wager.
Wagering
Horsemen Resources
Owners and trainers, find all the resources you need to race at Oaklawn.
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