BALTIMORE, Md. | April 5, 2024 – 1/ST, the modern model behind North America’s most prestigious Thoroughbred horse racing, leisure and wagering occasions, publicizes the return of Preakness 149 to Pimlico Race Course, that includes a weekend of world-class racing, top-tier leisure, and unparalleled hospitality. Preakness 149 celebrations embody Maryland’s finest infield expertise – Preakness LIVE – that includes six-time Grammy Award-nominated artist Jack Harlow, who will take the stage following the races on Saturday, Might 18.
Preakness 149 celebrations will mark the inaugural races in 1/ST’s $25 million new racing and incentive sequence connecting Preakness 149, California Crown, and the 2025 Pegasus World Cup. The 149th Preakness Stakes purse will enhance to $2 million, and the Dinner Celebration Stakes will enhance to $500,000, making Preakness 149 raceday probably the most profitable within the occasion’s historical past with a complete of $3.3 million on the road.
To interact the following technology and supply game-changing alternatives for present clients, 1/ST is placing up $5 million for a Coast-to-Coast Choose’Em Problem sweepstakes to efficiently choose the primary 4 finishers of every race, so as, for the 149th Preakness Stakes, California Crown, and the 2025 Pegasus World Cup Invitational. The problem is free to enter by the modern 1/ST BET app, the official betting app of Preakness 149.
“We’re thrilled to be again for Preakness 149 and Preakness LIVE, and to rejoice the unimaginable connection this occasion has to the town of Baltimore and to Maryland,” stated Belinda Stronach, Chairwoman and Chief Govt Officer, 1/ST. “We’re proud to work with distinctive nationwide and native companions who share our imaginative and prescient for the way forward for the very best normal of world-class Thoroughbred horse racing mixed with distinctive and elevated visitor experiences, and thrilling wagering alternatives.”
Preakness LIVE has remodeled what was as soon as the InfieldFest expertise, ushering in a brand new period for stay music, leisure, and hospitality on Preakness day. Famend rapper, actor, entrepreneur, and philanthropist Jack Harlow, with six Grammy Award nominations, two #1 singles, almost 30 RIAA platinum certifications, and over 10 billion profession streams, will make his debut on the legendary Pimlico infield. Preakness LIVE contains a full day of stay music and leisure beginning at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, Might 18, together with electrifying performances by Gryffin, Channel Tres, Frank Walker, and Chantel Jeffries.
This 12 months’s Preakness LIVE will function the Palm Membership VIP space, curated by luxurious world leisure and hospitality model accomplice, Palm Tree Crew. With an unparalleled view of the Preakness LIVE stage and of one in all horse racing’s most fun moments, the ultimate stretch, the Palm Membership VIP space will provide a 21+ upgraded standing room expertise in an unique coated lounge that includes sponsored open bar, complimentary meals, entry to wagering stations, and basic admission entry to Pimlico’s famed Clubhouse. Palm Membership VIP tables can be found for an upgraded expertise, with a non-public desk for eight within the coated lounge inclusive of bottle service and meals as a part of the minimal desk spend.
Tickets for all Preakness LIVE experiences, together with the Palm Membership VIP space and fan favourite Mug & Vine Membership, can be found for buy at www.preakness.com/tickets. Particular person Preakness LIVE tickets vary from $69 for Basic Admission to $650 for Palm Membership VIP. Palm Membership VIP tables for teams of eight start at $10,000.
The DMV’s wealthy culinary scene will probably be on show at Preakness 149 with native favorites like Peruvian Brothers, Boardwalk Fries, Hoodfellas, and Jimmy’s Seafood serving up their signature dishes alongside further Baltimore meals companions. A wider collection of native fare for visitors to take pleasure in will probably be obtainable all through Pimlico that includes catering companions Baltimore’s Atlas Restaurant Group, BLK Swan, and woman-owned Maryland-based model, Ridgewells.
1/ST will as soon as once more accomplice with Baltimore’s The Finn Group to supply the AfroPreak Lounge, now in its third 12 months. The 2024 AfroPreak Lounge will function an expanded footprint for the custom-made infield pavilion, mixing a vibrant fusion of music with African, Caribbean, and Afro-Latino culinary choices, offering a various and interesting expertise at one in all horse racing’s most celebrated occasions. Tickets for the AfroPreak Lounge can be found at www.preakness.com/afropreak.
Following the a hundredth George E. Mitchell Black-Eyed Susan Stakes, the recipient of the George E. Mitchell Park Heights Neighborhood Fellowship Grant, awarded by Park Heights Renaissance, will probably be honored with a particular presentation from the Winner’s Circle. Renamed in 2020 to honor Mitchell’s exceptional legacy, this iconic race serves as a platform to rejoice people within the Park Heights neighborhood who embody Mitchell’s imaginative and prescient and management.
Main as much as the Preakness, Park Heights Renaissance is ready to host the third annual George “Spider” Anderson Preakness Music and Arts Competition, a community-driven occasion honoring the pioneering African American jockey who clinched victory within the 1889 Preakness Stakes. The pageant, spanning the whole thing of the 4700 block of Park Heights Avenue on Might 11, guarantees a vibrant showcase of stay music and a highlight on neighborhood enterprises and collaborations.
A curated collection of paintings from Preakness: The Artwork of Racing, created in partnership with the Maryland Institute School of Artwork (MICA), will probably be displayed throughout Preakness weekend. “First Flip” by Leo Kahl, the successful piece from The Artwork of Racing competitors, will probably be replicated on an unique assortment of Preakness merchandise, obtainable for buy on-line at www.preakness.com in addition to onsite throughout Preakness 149. All proceeds will immediately profit Park Heights Renaissance, whose mission is to develop profitable partnerships and assets that assist the implementation of the Park Heights Grasp Plan utilizing a holistic neighborhood improvement method to reinforce and keep a thriving and sustainable neighborhood.
Preakness 149 is proud to have the assist of esteemed companions corresponding to Diageo, Guinness Open Gate Brewery, OLD BAY, Pepsi, Celsius Important Power Drinks, Starry, Go to Baltimore, and Maryland Lottery.
Preakness 149 visitors will probably be handled to activations from Bulleit Bourbon, Don Julio Tequila, Smirnoff Smash Vodka Soda, Go to Baltimore, Guinness Open Gate Brewery, OLD BAY, Celsius Important Power Drinks, and extra.
Moreover, Diageo’s excellent spirits portfolio will probably be obtainable to visitors all through the venue and in all premium areas, together with Turfside Terrace, the End Line Suites, and the unique 1/ST Chalet. The enduring Black-Eyed Susan cocktail will once more be served with Bulleit Bourbon and Ketel One Vodka. Extra Diageo premium choices will embody Don Julio Tequila, Crown Royal, Tanqueray, Johnnie Walker, 21Seeds Infused Tequila, and Zacapa Rum.
For full particulars on Preakness 149 and tickets for all hospitality areas, go to www.preakness.com. Sustain with the motion on social media by following @PreaknessStakes and utilizing #Preakness.