Upcoming Preakness events
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Posted: 05/16/2012
BALTIMORE - Horses are arriving and the festivities are getting underway for this weekend’s big Preakness race. We’re just three days out.
Here’s a preview of some of the activities that are planned:
Sunrise over Old Hilltop Tours
Sunriseover Old Hilltop tours are on a first-come-first-served basis. Meet at the Grandstand Apron from 6 to 9 a.m. on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday.
Post Position Draw
The Post Position Draw is happening Wednesday at 6 p.m.
Lots planned
Lots will be planned before the big race on Saturday
Black-Eyed Susan Day
Gates will open at 9:30 for Black-Eye Susan Day on Friday. The first race starts at noon.
Preakness Day
Gates open at 8 a.m. on Saturday for Preakness Day. Maroon 5 and rapper Wiz Khalifa will headline the Infield Fest.
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