~ Exclusive seating options and experiences unveiled for Virginia’s only Kentucky Derby qualifying race including limited General Admission tickets at fan-friendly prices ~

NEW KENT, Va. (November 10, 2025)—Colonial Downs Racetrack today unveiled a series of special ticket and experience packages for the 2026 Virginia Derby on March 14, 2026, including a limited number of General Admission tickets available at the fan-friendly price of just $5.

Last year’s Virginia Derby was a complete sell out so fans are encouraged to buy their tickets today at www.ColonialDowns.com to make sure they are part of this iconic Virginia sporting event.

The 2026 Virginia Derby will again serve as a qualifying race on The Road to the Kentucky Derby with the winning horse securing a spot in the 152^nd Kentucky Derby. Last year, Virginia Derby winner American Promise and runner-up Render Judgment both went on to run in the 151^st Kentucky Derby at Churchill Downs.

“We were absolutely blown away by the fan response to last year’s Virginia Derby and we’re thrilled to again be hosting a Kentucky Derby qualifier right here in Virginia,” said Frank Hopf, Senior Director of Racing at Colonial Downs Racetrack. “Last year’s Derby was a sell out, so get your tickets today to be part of Virginia’s Derby.”

For this special day of racing, a limited number of general admission tickets will be available for the fan-friendly price of just $5, with free admission for children under five.

Additional seating, ticket, and experience options have been created especially for this day of racing including special trackside seats and boxes, the Trackside Dining Pavilion and Lounge, the Homestretch Derby Party Tent, and an elevated experience in the elegant Colonial Downs Jockey Club. Options can be viewed here.

Quantities are extremely limited, so fans are encouraged to buy their tickets today.

For the 2026 race season, Colonial Downs will again host a special March meet with races on Thursday, March 12, Friday, March 13, and culminating with the Virginia Derby and Virginia Oaks on Saturday, March 14, pending Virginia Racing Commission approval.

RADFORD, Va. (November 7, 2025)—Today, Churchill Downs Incorporated and the Virginia Veterans Foundation announced a charitable contribution of $2,500 to VFW Post 776 (Radford-Montgomery) to help the Post recover from a recent break-in and act of vandalism that significantly damaged its facility.

On September 2nd, a break-in occurred at VFW Post 776 (Radford-Montgomery), causing thousands of dollars in damage. Windows, doors, and equipment were severely damaged, including a safe that stores the Post’s Honor Guard rifles. An historic World War I rifle was also removed from its display case and various items were taken.

Funds for the Post’s recovery come from the Colonial Downs VFW Post Home Improvement Grant program, which was created with a $25,000 charitable contribution made by Churchill Downs Incorporated as part of its Salute to Service during the 2025 Festival of Racing at Colonial Downs Racetrack. The grant from Churchill Downs and the Virginia Veterans Foundation will cover most of the cost to help the Post and recover from the break-in.

“Churchill Downs is proud to support VFW Post 776 in its time of need,” said Aaron Palmer, Director of Virginia Government Relations for Churchill Downs Incorporated, owner and operator of Colonial Downs Racetrack and Rosie’s Gaming Emporiums. “We were honored to provide the financial support that created the Post Home Improvement Grant and are gratified to see it being put to such good use.”

“For more than 80 years, VFW Post 776 has been a place where our community’s veterans have found support, camaraderie, and fellowship,” said VFW Post 776 Commander Nathan VanHoy. “The September break-in shook us, but it did not break us. Our Post is coming back even stronger because the support of our friends at Colonial Downs, the Virginia Veterans Foundation, and the entire New River Valley community.”

“Congratulations to Commander VanHoy and the veterans of Post 776 on the Post reopening and recovery after the September break in,” said VFW Virginia State Commander Doug Hoffman. “On behalf of the Veterans of Foreign Wars Department of Virginia, I want to thank the good people at Colonial Downs in New Kent, and the entire Churchill Downs organization, for supporting the veterans in Radford and all Virginia veterans.”

“VFW Post 776 has been an important part of the Radford community since 1944,” said Senator Travis Hackworth. “The September break in was devastating to the entire Radford community, especially to our veterans.  I am grateful to the Virginia Veterans Foundation, and to Colonial Downs, for providing the emergency financial support that helped Radford’s VFW Post recover.”

“I was shocked and dismayed when I heard of the break-in at VFW Post 776 in Radford,” said Delegate Jason Ballad. “The people affected by this crime are Veterans who put their lives on the line for this Nation, and I was very pleased when I heard that the criminal responsible was apprehended.  I commend the resilience of Post 776 members and Post Commander Nathan VanHoy on quickly reopening after the September 2nd break-in, and I offer my deepest thanks to Colonial Downs and the Virginia Veterans Foundation for providing funds to ensure that this local resource for Veterans was able to re-open.”

Churchill Downs Incorporated, owner and operator of Colonial Downs Racetrack and Rosie’s Gaming Emporiums in Vinton and around the state, contributes to local organizations and causes through special programs like the Colonial Downs VFW Post Home Improvement Grant and its “Rosie’s Gives Back” program, which has made more than $5.4 million in direct donations and in-kind contributions, and donated thousands of hours of volunteer service. The program supports a range of nonprofits and causes around Virginia including groups providing services in education, workforce development, healthcare, and support for veterans and law enforcement. The goal of the Rosie’s Gives Back program is to meaningfully improve the quality of life in the communities where team members live and work. The company also partners with statewide programs for the broadest impact possible.

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About Churchill Downs Incorporated, Colonial Downs Racetrack, and Rosie’s Gaming Emporium
Colonial Downs Racetrack (“Colonial Downs”) and Rosie’s Gaming Emporiums (“Rosie’s”) employ over 1,500 team members in the Commonwealth of Virginia, paying over $30 million in annual salaries, wages and benefits. The Rose Gaming Resort in Dumfries as well as Roseshire in Henrico and Rosie’s in Emporia, Hampton, New Kent, Richmond and Vinton offer innovative Historical Racing Machines (HRMs) and full card simulcasting. Rosie’s Game Room in Collinsville features a limited selection of some of the best HRM titles. Colonial Downs Racetrack in New Kent hosts live Thoroughbred racing on two nationally renowned surfaces: the Secretariat Turf Course, the widest turf course in North America, and a 11/4-mile dirt track. www.rosiesgaming.com.

About the Virginia Veterans Foundation
The Virginia Veterans Foundation is the official charitable foundation for the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Department of Virginia. Its mission is to support the programs and operations of the Department and to support veterans, active-duty military, and their families. The VFW is one of the largest, and most charitable, veterans service organizations in Virginia. Virginia has 122 VFW posts and 36,000 members, including auxiliaries, in every region of the Commonwealth. All donations are tax deductible in accordance with the law. Reach us by phone 540-886-8112 or email [email protected].

~ $15,000 to support Vinton Breakfast Lions Club and the new Vinton Park ~

In the third quarter of 2025, Rosie’s Vinton contributed a total of $15,000 through its Rosie’s Gives Back program to support the Vinton Breakfast Lions Club and its efforts to create a new community park, as well as its programs to provide for those in need through humanitarian services and grants.

“We were so happy that we could give to the Lions Club to help support the town’s effort for the new Vinton Park,” said Todd Lear, General Manager of Rosie’s Vinton. “This multi-generational park will feature playgrounds, pickleball courts, a boulder wall, a picnic shelter and more.”

Community nonprofit organizations can request financial, volunteer, in-kind, or other support through the Rosie’s Gives Back program by submitting an online request form.

Rosie’s Gaming Emporiums in Vinton and around the state contribute to local organizations and causes through the “Rosie’s Gives Back” program which has made more than $5.4 million in direct donations and in-kind contributions, and donated thousands of hours of volunteer service. The program supports a range of nonprofits and causes around Virginia including groups providing services in education, workforce development, healthcare, and support for veterans and law enforcement. The goal of the Rosie’s Gives Back program is to meaningfully improve the quality of life in the communities where team members live and work. The company also partners with statewide programs for the broadest impact possible.

About Colonial Downs Racetrack and Rosie’s Gaming Emporium
Colonial Downs Racetrack (“Colonial Downs”) and Rosie’s Gaming Emporiums (“Rosie’s”) employ over 1,500 team members in the Commonwealth of Virginia, paying over $30 million in annual salaries, wages and benefits. The Rose Gaming Resort in Dumfries as well as Roseshire in Henrico and Rosie’s in Emporia, Hampton, New Kent, Richmond and Vinton offer innovative Historical Racing Machines (HRMs) and full card simulcasting. Rosie’s Game Room in Collinsville features a limited selection of some of the best HRM titles. Colonial Downs Racetrack in New Kent hosts live Thoroughbred racing on two nationally renowned surfaces: the Secretariat Turf Course, the widest turf course in North America, and a 11/4-mile dirt track. www.rosiesgaming.com.

~ Contributions totaling $15,000 to support Crossover Healthcare Ministry, Autism Society of Central Virginia, and Rx Partnership ~

To celebrate its grand opening, Roseshire Gaming Parlor, which has welcomed more than 30,000 guests since its opening, has contributed $15,000 through its Rosie’s Gives Back program to support trusted community partners in Henrico providing support services for Virginians with autism and healthcare services to those in need.

Recipients of contributions include:

• $5,000 to the Autism Society of Central Virginia which provides non-profit services, advocacy, and support to children, youth, and adults with autism, their families and the professionals who serve them.
• $5,000 to Crossover Healthcare Ministry, a Henrico-based non-profit organization that provides high-quality, compassionate healthcare to uninsured and Medicaid patients.
• $5,000 to RxPartnership, a Henrico-based non-profit that increases medication access for the vulnerable in Virginia and strengthens the health safety net.

“We are so grateful for the warm reception we have received from the Henrico community, and are proud to be a trusted partner for these tremendous organizations,” said Jeremy Callahan, General Manager of Roseshire. “Our team at Roseshire is committed to being engaged and productive members of the community we call home, and we thank the Autism Society, Crossover Healthcare Ministry, and RxPartnership for the great work they do to serve our neighbors in need.”

Community nonprofit organizations can request financial, volunteer, in-kind, or other support through the Rosie’s Gives Back program by submitting an online request form.

Roseshire Gaming Parlor and Rosie’s Gaming Emporiums around the state contribute to local organizations and causes through the “Rosie’s Gives Back” program which has made more than $5.4 million in direct donations and in-kind contributions, and donated thousands of hours of volunteer service. The program supports a range of nonprofits and causes around Virginia including groups providing services in education, workforce development, healthcare, and support for veterans and law enforcement. The goal of the Rosie’s Gives Back program is to meaningfully improve the quality of life in the communities where team members live and work. The company also partners with statewide programs for the broadest impact possible.

About Colonial Downs Racetrack and Rosie’s Gaming Emporium
Colonial Downs Racetrack (“Colonial Downs”) and Rosie’s Gaming Emporiums (“Rosie’s”) employ over 1,500 team members in the Commonwealth of Virginia, paying over $30 million in annual salaries, wages and benefits. The Rose Gaming Resort in Dumfries as well as Roseshire in Henrico and Rosie’s in Emporia, Hampton, New Kent, Richmond and Vinton offer innovative Historical Racing Machines (HRMs) and full card simulcasting. Rosie’s Game Room in Collinsville features a limited selection of some of the best HRM titles. Colonial Downs Racetrack in New Kent hosts live Thoroughbred racing on two nationally renowned surfaces: the Secretariat Turf Course, the widest turf course in North America, and a 11/4-mile dirt track. www.rosiesgaming.com.

~ Contributions totaling $22,460.87 to support Community Youth Center, Emporia Police Department, Reach Initiative, Rise Against Hunger ~

In the third quarter of 2025, Rosie’s Emporia contributed a total of $22,460.87 through its Rosie’s Gives Back program to support trusted community partners serving public safety, child development, education, mental health and overall wellbeing, and general community outreach.

Recipients of contributions include:

• $6,000 to Community Youth Center— Empowering the future of the Emporia-Greensville Community by building a healthy spirit, mind and body for all.
• $7,500 to Emporia Police Department—This contribution will support the Department’s community outreach initiative to provide gifts and meals to families in need during the holiday season.
• $4,961 to Reach Initiative—To empower youth in Emporia, VA by providing resources and opportunities that foster academic success and build a brighter future
• $4,000.00 to Rise Against Hunger—A global movement to end hunger by nourishing lives, empowering communities and responding to emergencies.

“A community is not just a place. It’s the people who believe in each other enough to build something greater together,” said Shearish Keliiholokai, General Manager of Rosie’s Emporia. “Here at Rosie’s Emporia, we embody that and are proud to partner with these organizations to promote overall wellbeing, healthcare, and academic excellence.”

Community nonprofit organizations can request financial, volunteer, in-kind, or other support through the Rosie’s Gives Back program by submitting an online request form.

Rosie’s Gaming Emporiums in Emporia and around the state contribute to local organizations and causes through the “Rosie’s Gives Back” program which has made more than $5.4 million in direct donations and in-kind contributions, and donated thousands of hours of volunteer service. The program supports a range of nonprofits and causes around Virginia including groups providing services in education, workforce development, healthcare, and support for veterans and law enforcement. The goal of the Rosie’s Gives Back program is to meaningfully improve the quality of life in the communities where team members live and work. The company also partners with statewide programs for the broadest impact possible.

About Colonial Downs Racetrack and Rosie’s Gaming Emporium
Colonial Downs Racetrack (“Colonial Downs”) and Rosie’s Gaming Emporiums (“Rosie’s”) employ over 1,500 team members in the Commonwealth of Virginia, paying over $30 million in annual salaries, wages and benefits. The Rose Gaming Resort in Dumfries as well as Roseshire in Henrico and Rosie’s in Emporia, Hampton, New Kent, Richmond and Vinton offer innovative Historical Racing Machines (HRMs) and full card simulcasting. Rosie’s Game Room in Collinsville features a limited selection of some of the best HRM titles. Colonial Downs Racetrack in New Kent hosts live Thoroughbred racing on two nationally renowned surfaces: the Secretariat Turf Course, the widest turf course in North America, and a 11/4-mile dirt track. www.rosiesgaming.com.

~ Upscale gaming and entertainment parlor to open in Henrico following unanimous 5-0 vote of approval from Virginia Racing Commission ~

HENRICO, Va. (September 15, 2025)—Today, the Virginia Racing Commission voted unanimously to grant a license to Roseshire, a new upscale gaming and entertainment venue in Henrico County from Churchill Downs Incorporated. Roseshire is scheduled to open on September 29, 2025, in the Staples Mill Shopping Center at the intersection of Staples Mill Road and Glenside Drive.

“Roseshire will be an upscale and welcoming entertainment and gaming parlor with exciting games, great entertainment, and top tier food and beverage, including an innovative mocktail program we are launching just for Roseshire,” said Jeremy Callahan, General Manager of Roseshire. “With this unanimous vote of approval from the Virginia Racing Commission, we are thrilled to welcome guests to Roseshire beginning Monday, September 29!”

Roseshire has hired nearly 100 team members to ensure an exceptional experience for guests. The venue will feature 175 innovative historical horse racing machines (HRM), as well as live entertainment, simulcast wagering on horse racing around the country, and exceptional food and beverage options including an extensive mocktail menu developed just for Roseshire.

Churchill Downs Incorporated, which also owns Colonial Downs Racetrack, Rosie’s Gaming Emporiums, and The Rose Gaming Resort, invested approximately $35 million to develop Roseshire.

Revenue generated at Roseshire and other HRM venues support Virginia’s $2+ billion equine industry including the state’s growing thoroughbred racing program. Under Churchill Downs’ ownership, live race days and purses at Colonial Downs Racetrack have increased to record highs and the track hosted its first Kentucky Derby qualifier in 2025.

For members of the media, Roseshire is planning a special media preview ahead of its opening. Details will be forthcoming.

NEW KENT, Va. (Aug. 9, 2025) –Magic Cap Stables’ Fort Washington saved his best for last, unleashing a powerful late kick and seizing the lead in the last jumps of the Grade 1 Arlington Million on Festival of Racing Day at Colonial Downs.

Trained by Shug McCaughey, Fort Washington outfinished Grand Sonata by half a length, while his stablemate Integration, who was in the mix until the final stages, finished third. Ridden by jockey Junior Alvarado, Fort Washington stopped the clock in 1:59.58 for the 1¼ miles over a firm turf course.

Settling in the rear of the field of seven, Fort Washington waited patiently as Time Song led the way, speeding through sharp opening calls of :23.94 and :48.36. Mystik Dan and Runaway Storm rated in second and third until entering the far turn when Integration began advancing on their outside and both had to quicken. As Grand Sonata hugged the rail to rally, Fort Washington built his momentum widest of all down the stretch. Integration and Grand Sonata emerged in front with a furlong to go, but Fort Washington outkicked the duo home. Mystik Dan stayed on for fourth.

“I wanted to make sure he got comfortable,” Alvarado said. “He’s a tricky horse to ride sometimes. When he’s at his best, you know it right away. Today I felt that going into the first turn. I wanted to make sure I saved enough ground so that I had a big punch at the end. When I swung out in the clearing he finished up very strong. My horse has a powerful turn of foot.”

Sent off at 5-1, Fort Washington paid $13.40, $6.00, and $3.00. A newly minted millionaire, Fort Washington’s lifetime earnings now total $1,352,182 from a career record of 28-7-3-8 that now includes four graded stakes wins.

The 6-year-old horse by War Front was bred in Kentucky by Joseph Allen, LLC & White Birch Farm, Inc.

Additional Quotes

John Velazquez, jockey of third-place finisher Integration: “I think the track was a little bit hard for him. I think he likes a little more give to it. He didn’t have it today.”

Brian Hernandez Jr., jockey of fourth-place finisher Mystik Dan: “He was in a great spot turning for home, they just outpunched him. Turning for home I had Integration right there and I thought we could get it done. He quickened but with grass horses like he ran against today, it’s a different turn of foot. He handled the grass fine but he just didn’t travel in my hands like I’d like him to on the backside today.”

Ben Curtis, jockey of fifth-place finisher Cairo: “I couldn’t be happier with the horse. He was only beaten a couple of lengths. I thought at the top of the lane, we’d win. Sometimes it takes a race to acclimatize to American racing. The tracks are different. His next stop is Kentucky Downs and he’ll love it there. When everyone quickened out of the gates, he didn’t have that initial kick. I was planning on being in front of Integration. But he was in a perfect spot so I wasn’t going to swap it. His first run in America, he ran fantastic. He’s going to take a step forward from it and he’s going to prefer the track next time.”

About Colonial Downs
Colonial Downs Racetrack, in New Kent, Virginia, hosts live thoroughbred racing on two nationally renowned surfaces – the Secretariat Turf Course, the widest turf course in North America at 180 feet wide and on a 1 1/4-mile dirt track. The Colonial Downs Group, which is owned by Churchill Downs Incorporated (NASDAQ Global Select Market: CHDN), also operates Rosie’s Gaming Emporiums® throughout the commonwealth, which offer innovative historic horseracing (HHR) gaming and full card simulcasting as well as Rosie’s Game Room in Collinsville, and The Rose Gaming Resort® in Dumfries which offers 1,650 HHR gaming terminals, full-card simulcasting, eight bars and restaurants and more than 100 hotel rooms.

New Kent, Va. (Aug. 9, 2025) – Domeko Taylor LP’s Charlene’s Dream was sent straight toward the front, took command into the first turn and never looked back, drawing off late to win Saturday’s 35th running of the $500,000 Grade 2 Beverly D. Stakes  by 1½ lengths over the German-bred Spanish Eyes at Colonial Downs as part of the Virginia track’s Festival of Racing.

Trained by Ed Moger Jr. and ridden by Javier Castellano, Charlene’s Dream completed the 1 3/16 miles over firm turf in 1:53.74.

In the early stages of the race, Charlene’s Dream and the Irish-bred Be Your Best (IRE) opened up six lengths on Beach Bomb (SAF) through the stretch run. Into the first turn, Charlene’s Dream moved into the lead after a quarter-mile in :23.78. She maintained the advantage up the backside with Be Your Best tracking just off her hip through a half-mile in :48.30. Positions remained unchanged entering the far turn as Castellano tried to slowed the tempo. In mid-stretch, Charlene’s Dream repelled the bid Be Your Best’s before edging clear to the wire. Spanish Eyes closed late to grab second, with Be Your Best holding third. They were followed by Duvet Day (IRE) followed by 8-5 favorite Beach Bomb and Chick’s Shadow.

“I tried to watch the replay a couple of times from her last three races,” Castellano said. “It seems like she is the type of horse that doesn’t like to take a hold early part of the race. I let her go and on the backside I gave her a little bit of a break. (Be Your Best) engaged me at the top of the stretch but she was able to kick on strongly at the end.”

Charlene’s Dream, sent off at 5-2 in the field of six fillies and mares, returned $7.20 to win.

The Beverly D. was Charlene’s Dream’s sixth victory from 11 starts. The 4-year-old daughter of Qurbaan is out of the War Front mare Clara Kelly. She was bred in Texas by Eric Moreau-Sipiere & Randi Moreau-Sipiere. Charlene’s Dream’s victory earned her connections $310,000 to boost her career bankroll to $645,374.

The Beverly D. Stakes is named in honor of Beverly Duchossois, wife of Richard Duchossois, the former owner of Arlington International Racecourse. The race was first run in 1987 at Arlington. Aside from one running at Churchill Downs in 2022, the Beverly D. has been held at Colonial Downs since 2023. Last year’s winner, Moira, went on to capture the Breeders’ Cup Filly & Mare Turf (G1) at Del Mar.

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Photos: Charlene’s Dream wins the Grade 2 $500,000 Beverly D. Stakes at Colonial Downs on August 9, 2025. (credit Coady Media)