Richmond, Va. (Newsradiowrva.com)- Colonial Downs Racetrack and Rosie's Gaming Emporium are opening their doors in New Kent soon for the new racing season. This season will include 6 extra days of races, making it a 27 day season.
According to Mark Hubbard, a spokesperson for the two companies, the season will begin on July 11th and end on September 7the, the day after the Virginia Derby race. Races will be ran every Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday during that time period.
General admission and parking is free but Hubbard says premium tickets are being sold now. The companies did have a season last year in the midst of COVID, it was just a few races shorter.
Hubbard said that they are always trying to add more days in whenever they can afford to.



