Preakness Stakes Seating Guide
Pimlico Race Course, Baltimore, MD
The Preakness Stakes horse race is the second race in the Triple Crown. The 2027 race will be held at the Pimlico Race Course. This will be the 152nd running of the Preakness Stakes, which is the second jewel of the Triple Crown. See seating options for the Preakness Stakes at the bottom of this page. On questions, feel free to reach out via Live Chat!
Why is the Preakness Stakes such as a big deal? If the winner of the Kentucky Derby wins at the Preakness Stakes, a triple crown winner is now a possibility and the ticket prices for the Belmont Stakes will blow up as the Belmont Stakes is the final race in the Triple Crown.
The Preakness Stakes covers a distance of 9.5 furlongs (1 3⁄16 miles (1,900 m)) on dirt. Let us help you find the right seats for your budget. Gates open at 8:00 am and the first race starts at 10:30 am.
- General Admission: Entry to the infield for Preakness Live!, including final turn views of the horses and access to wage stations
- Standard VIP: Uncovered, standing room-only VIP area with complimentary food and a cash bar, plus GA access to the clubhouse
- Platinum VIP: Covered VIP lounge area with complimentary food and a cash bar
- Mug Club: Elevated GA experience that includes a mug for Mug Club stations that offer unlimited pours of Guinness Baltimore Blonde beer
- Mug and Vine Club: Similar to above, but includes bottomless pours of all beer and wine
Section
Floor
Inside or Outside
Grandstand Apron Box
1st Floor
No Cover
Grandstand Concourse Box
1st Floor
No Cover
Grandstand Concourse Reserved
3rd Floor
No Cover
Grandstand Apron Reserve
1st Floor
No Cover
Grandstand Upper Box
2nd Floor
Inside Seating - 4 seat boxes - Goes from row A to Row F. Row F has 8 Seats in the box instead of 4.
Grandstand Lower Box
2nd Floor
No Cover
Grandstand Upper Box Reserved
3rd Floor
Inside
Clubhouse Box Seats
1st Floor
No Cover
Dining Rooms
3rd Floor
Inside
Seating Overview
- Grandstand – Spectacular view of both the starting gate and the homestretch.
- Clubhouse – A great view next to the Paddock just beyond the finish line.
- Concourse – Situated along the homestretch between the Preakness starting gate and the 1/16 pole.
- Village – Situated in a prime Infield location next to the finish line and Preakness Winner’s Circle.
- Infield Access – Budweiser Infield Fest – view the race from the middle of the track.
- The Grandstand Upper Reserved – Both comfort and convenience live in the Grandstand Upper Reserved. Here you will find indoor climate controlled seating, easy access to betting windows and ATM machines, and of course a spectacular view of the racecourse. With beverages and food concessions nearby, the Grandstand Upper Reserved has everything you need to relax and enjoy the day.
- The Grandstand Lower Box – 6 person boxes – Outdoors, the Grandstand Lower Boxes offer race fans the most captivating view of the track. Overlooking the finish line, perfectly elevated to witness the entirety of the homestretch.
- The Grandstand Courcourse Reserved area – With an elevated view overlooking both the starting gate and the homestretch, the Concourse Box provides ticket holders with a unique perspective for each race along with a refreshing open-air atmosphere. A seat in the Concourse Box comes with access to wagering as well as food and beverage concessions.
- Grandstand SRO General Admission – The General Admission for Preakness Day does not include any reserved seating or seats. Each general admission ticket allows standing room only inside the Grandstand or Clubhouse Facility (no outside or reserved seating area access) For your convenience, Pari-Mutuel Windows are available for wagering. Television Monitors, Food & Beverage Stands and Restrooms are also available.
Directions to the Preakness Stakes 5201 Park Heights Ave, Baltimore, MD 21215
Area Overview
Forbidden Items at Pimlico Race Track
The following items are prohibited from the clubhouse, grandstand and concourse, and could be taken away from you.
- No Back Packs
- No Duffle Bags
- No Laser Lights or Pointers
- No Coolers (Unless Cooler is CLEAR See-Through Plastic Container 18” x 18”)
- No Alcoholic Beverages
- No Glass of Any Kind
- No Camcorders
- No Tripods
- No Thermoses
- No Tents
- No Balloons or Balls
- No Fireworks
- No Mace or Pepper Spray
- No Grills
- No Umbrellas
- No Weapons
- No Wagons, Handcarts or Wheeled Carts
- No Non-Folding or Folding Metal Furniture
- No Tables (Folding or Non-Folding)
- No Ladders, Scaffolding or other Raised Devices
- The following items are prohibited from the infield, and could be confiscated:
- No Back Packs
- No Duffle Bags
- No Coolers (Unless Cooler is CLEAR See-Through Plastic Container 28”L x 15”W x 17”H)
- No Laser Lights or Pointers
- No Beverages of ANY Kind (Cans, Bottles, Glass or Thermoses)
- No Camcorders
- No Tripods
- No Tents
- No Balloons or Balls
- No Fireworks
- No Mace or Pepper Spray
- No Grills
- No Umbrellas
- No Weapons
- No Wagons, Handcarts or Wheeled carts
- No Non-Folding or Folding Metal Furniture
- No Tables (Folding or Non-Folding)
- No Ladders, Scaffolding or other Raised Devices
- All patrons entering Pimlico are subject to a physical search or indirect search using security wands by security staff.
