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Following are some Frequently Asked Questions about racing at Keeneland. Click on the question to view the answer.

Do horses race in bad weather?

  • Racing is very rarely cancelled due to rain. However, the safety of the horses and riders is our first priority so occassionally a race is delayed to allow bad weather to pass through our area.

How many races does Keeneland run each day?

  • Keeneland normally runs nine races each day. Post time each day begins at 1:05 p.m. Races are run approximately every 30 minutes.

What days of the week does Keeneland race?

  • Keeneland races Wednesdays through Sundays, with no racing on Mondays or Tuesdays.

What time do mutuel windows open on a race days?

  • Mutuel windows open by 12:30 p.m. on race days.

When does Keeneland have live racing?

  • Keeneland has live racing every April and October. See this year’s racing dates.

When is Keeneland’s post time on race days?

  • Keeneland’s post time begins at 1:05 p.m. (ET) each race day. Gates open at 11:00 a.m. (ET)