FAQs

When do tickets go on sale?

Tickets are on sale now. Click here to view our ticket packages.

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How can I purchase Preakness and BESD tickets?

Call the Preakness Ticket Sales office at:Your order will be placed and/or your question answered the following business day.

  • (410) 542-9400 or 1-877-206-8042 ext. 300 (8am-6pm Mon.- Fri. and 10am-3pm Sat.)
  • After hours please call (410) 542-9400 ext. 4484 and leave a message.
  1. Tickets may be purchased online through ticketmaster or by calling:
    1. (410) 547-SEAT in Maryland
    2. (202) 397-SEAT in Washington
    3. (703) 573-SEAT in Virginia
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Are there hotels close to Pimlico Race Course?

  1. Pimlico Area:
    1. Holiday Inn - Timonium (410) 560-1000
    2. Mt. Washington Conf. Center - Baltimore (410) 578-7964
    3. Hampton Inn - Hunt Valley (410) 527-1500
    4. Radisson at the Cross Keys (410) 432-6900
  2. Baltimore City:
    1. Harbor Court Hotel - Light Street (410) 234-0550
    2. Hyatt Regency - Light Street (410) 528-1234
    3. Omni Inner Harbor - W. Fayette (410) 752-1100
    4. Renaissance Harborplace - Pratt (410) 547-1200
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What is the nearest airport?

BWI (Baltimore Washington International) 1-800-435-9294

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Is parking available?

Yes, parking is available for purchase through the Preakness Ticket Sales office ,Ticketmaster.com or Ticketmaster phone charge by calling:

  1.  (410) 547-SEAT in Maryland
  2.  (202) 397-SEAT in Washington
  3.  (703) 573-SEAT in Virginia

For handicapped parking please call the Preakness Ticket Sales office at (410) 542-9400 or 1-877-206-8042 ext. 300 (8am-5pm Mon.- Fri.).

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Are Taxis available after Preakness and where?

Taxis are located on the west side of Pimlico Road (off Northern Parkway). This location is subject to change. Please check the FAQ section of this web site for updates.

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Will the MTA provide transportation for the Preakness?

  1.  MTA packet will be included with purchased tickets or you may call 1-866-RIDE-MTA or visit www.mtamaryland.com.
     

  2.  Public Transportation:

        MTA Bus, Metro Subway, and Light Rail info:
        Baltimore area: (410) 539-5000
        Toll Free: 1-866-RIDE MTA (743-3682)
        TTY: (410) 539-3497
     

  3.  Officials at Pimlico suggest that fans arriving at Pimlico by car on Preakness Day allow sufficient time for convenient access in entering the track. Facility admission gates, and the Infield open at 8:00 a.m. on Preakness Day with a first post of 10:30 a.m. The Clubhouse Turn Reserved, and the first crossover to Corporate Village and Turfside Terrace open at 10:00 a.mgates, and the Infield open at 8:00 a.m. on Preakness Day with a first post of 10:30 a.m. The Clubhouse Turn Reserved, and the first crossover to Corporate Village and Turfside Terrace open at 10:00 a.m.
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Is it safe to buy tickets on-line?

The only authorized seller for Preakness and Black-Eyed Susan Day tickets online is Ticketmaster. There are many websites that may look legitimate but they are not affiliated in any way with Preakness and the Maryland Jockey Club.

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How many tickets can I buy at once?

Currently there is no limit to the amount of tickets you can purchase for the Preakness.

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Are there any places I can go in person to purchase tickets?

Yes, you can purchase tickets at Pimlico Race Course and also at the following Ticketmaster locations.

Here is a PDF list of all the Ticketmaster locations.

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How do I purchase through Ticketmaster?

  1. Online:
    1. www.ticketmaster.com
  2. Phone:
    1. 1-800-551-SEAT or (212) 307-7171 (for International only)
    2. (410) 547-SEAT in Maryland
    3. (202) 397-SEAT in Washington
    4. (703) 573-SEAT in Virginia
  3. Outlets:
    1. Infield admission tickets available through all Ticketmaster outlets.
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When does the Post-Position Draw for the Preakness Stakes occur?

Wednesday, May 18, 2011 at approximately 5:30 p.m.  Check our broadcast schedule for exact time and date.

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Can I be placed on your mailing/emailing list?

Please call the Preakness Sales office: (410) 542-9400 or 1 (877) 206-8042 ext. 300 or sign up on this website using the "Register" option in the upper right corner of this page.

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Are any tickets sold the day of the event?

Yes, Infield tickets only. Ticket booths are located at Rogers Ave & Pimlico Road (Preakness Way Parking Lot).

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I would like to purchase the same seat as last year, how can I do so?

Reservations for returning guests who wish to purchase their same 2010 seating tickets must be received by February 1, 2011.  Click here  to obtain Ticket Office contact information.

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What is the earliest time I can get into Pimlico?

Black-Eyed Susan Day the gates open at 9:30 a.m.

Preakness Day the gates open at 8:00 a.m. for the Infield, Top of the Stretch and the Facility; 10:00 a.m.  for the Village, Turfside Terrace and Clubhouse Turn Reserved.

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I lost my ticket, is there anything that can be done?

Please call the Preakness Sales office: (410) 542-9400 or 1 (877) 206-8042 ext. 300.

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Are there any other activites I can attend prior to the Preakness?

  1. Yes, please visit our Preakness Week Events page.
     
  2. In Addition, Preakness Celebration, Inc. hosts a week long festival including a parade and children's activities.  For full information go to www.preaknesscelebration.com.
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Will Vegetarian/Kosher meals be provide in the Turfside Terrace?

Please log onto www.Preakness.com and see the Turfside Terrace menu or call the Preakness Sales office at (410) 542-9400 or 1 (877) 206-8042 ext. 300.

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What items are not allowed into Clubhouse Turn/Turfside Terrace?

  1. Outside food or beverages
  2. Coolers
  3. Backpacks
  4. Thermoses
  5. Glass containers of any kind
  6. Handcarts or wheeled carts
  7. Liquor or drugs of any kind
  8. Bulk or oversized carrying devices
  9. Weapons of any kind
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What do I do if my medication nees to be kept cool?

Visit the First Aid station located on the 1st floor of the Grandstand.

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Can I go into the Grandstand if I have an infield ticket?

Not unless you pay a $25.00 general admission fee.

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How do I get to Pimlico Race Course?

1.  95 North:
      I-95 N to 695 W, Take exit 18 Lochearn (Liberty Road), Go down 7 traffic lights and make a Left turn on Northern Parkway, make a Right on Park Heights Ave, follow signs for parking.
 
2.  New York/Philadelphia/New Jersey/Delaware/Northern/Baltimore County:
     I-95 S to 695 W, take 695 W to I-83 S, take I-83 S to Northern Parkway West and follow signs for parking.
 
3.  Inner Harbor:
     I-83 N to Northern Parkway West and follow signs for parking.
 
4.  Frederick:
     I-70 E to 695 W (follow directions for 695 W from 5N).
 
5.  Harrisburg:
     I-83 S to 695 W (stay on this for a short while before getting back on I-83 S), take Northern Parkway West and follow signs for parking.

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Can I re-enter Pimlico after leaving?

There will be no re-entry into the Grandstand/Clubhouse facility, or Infield.

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How old do you have to be to place a bet?

18 years of age.

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Are ATM Machines available?

Yes, throughout the facility and outside seating locations.

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I've lost someone/something, where do I go?

Report to the security office - 1st floor Grandstand.

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How can I find a complete listing of the security procedures?

To view the complete list of the Security Policies, click here.

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