Colonial Downs is hosting a record 48 days of racing this season, headlined by the Virginia Derby, the Commonwealth's only ...

Colonial Downs Racetrack today launched a new brand, logo, and digital presence to mark the start of a new era for Thoroughbred racing in Virginia. As Virginia’s premier Thoroughbred racetrack ...

NEW KENT COUNTY, Va. (WRIC) — 8News got a visit from a special guest on Tuesday morning to talk about what to expect for the upcoming Virginia Derby being held at Colonial Downs Racetrack in mid-March ...

NEW KENT COUNTY, Va. (WRIC) — The 2026 Virginia Derby at Colonial Downs Racetrack in New Kent County will once again serve as an official qualifier to the Kentucky Derby. On Friday, Sept. 12, Gov.