The stakes schedule for the 2026 Thoroughbred racing season at Woodbine Racetrack, set to kick off on Apr. 18, was released by Woodbine Entertainment Wednesday.
Woodbine's 2026 racing season is highlighted by two $1-million classics: the 167th King's Plate Aug. 15, and the GI Woodbine Mile Sept. 12. The full stakes schedule consists of 39 graded stakes, including five Grade I events.
“We're very proud of our stakes program at Woodbine and eagerly anticipate a season filled with outstanding competition,” said Michael Copeland, CEO of Woodbine Entertainment. “We look forward to welcoming our racing community and fans back to the track on Apr. 18 for the start of another exciting racing season.”
The renovation of Woodbine's E.P. Taylor Turf Course, which prompted adjustments to last year's stakes calendar, remains on schedule for completion by September 2026.
Turf Champions Day on Saturday, Sept. 12 will put the eyes of the racing world on Woodbine with four Grade I Breeders' Cup “Win and You're In” races. The card is headlined by the $1-million Woodbine Mile, $750,000 E.P. Taylor S., $500,000 Johnnie Walker Natalma S. and $500,000 bet365 Summer S.
To view the entire stakes schedule on Woodbine's website, click here.
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