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About Oaklawn Park

Hot Springs, AR

Established in 1904, Oaklawn Park has witnessed legendary races and iconic horses, cementing its status as a showcase for the sport. Oaklawn hosts a stellar lineup of stakes races that attract top-notch horses, trainers, and jockeys to Hot Springs, Ark., each year.

As one of the most prestigious races in the country, the Arkansas Derby serves as a major highlight of Oaklawn Park's racing calendar. Held annually in April, this Grade 1 race attracts top contenders vying for a spot in the Kentucky Derby, making it a spectacle not to be missed. 

Other major graded stakes hosted by Oaklawn include the Rebel, Southwest, Azeri, Oaklawn Handicap, and Apple Blossom.

FAQs

  • Oaklawn races from December to early May. 

  • Azeri, Smarty Jones, Afleet Alex, Zenyatta, Rachel Alexandra, and Triple Crown winner American Pharoah all raced at Oaklawn Park.

  • DRF Bets offers daily wagering and race viewing for Oaklawn. 

  • Post time is typically noon Central but may be earlier on major race days.

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About Oaklawn Park

Hot Springs, AR

Established in 1904, Oaklawn Park has witnessed legendary races and iconic horses, cementing its status as a showcase for the sport. Oaklawn hosts a stellar lineup of stakes races that attract top-notch horses, trainers, and jockeys to Hot Springs, Ark., each year.

As one of the most prestigious races in the country, the Arkansas Derby serves as a major highlight of Oaklawn Park's racing calendar. Held annually in April, this Grade 1 race attracts top contenders vying for a spot in the Kentucky Derby, making it a spectacle not to be missed. 

Other major graded stakes hosted by Oaklawn include the Rebel, Southwest, Azeri, Oaklawn Handicap, and Apple Blossom.

FAQs

  • Oaklawn races from December to early May. 

  • Azeri, Smarty Jones, Afleet Alex, Zenyatta, Rachel Alexandra, and Triple Crown winner American Pharoah all raced at Oaklawn Park.

  • DRF Bets offers daily wagering and race viewing for Oaklawn. 

  • Post time is typically noon Central but may be earlier on major race days.

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Race Recaps

Willy D's fends off Coal Battle for Lake Ouachita victory
Willy D's fends off Coal Battle for Lake Ouachita victory
Willy D’s won his second straight stakes race on Saturday, when he fought off Coal Battle for a neck win in the $200,000 Lake Ouachita at Oaklawn Park. It was another 7 3/4 lengths back in third to Mackman.
Mary RampelliniMay 02, 2026
Gold Sweep overwhelms Booth to take Lake Hamilton
Gold Sweep overwhelms Booth to take Lake Hamilton
Mary RampelliniMay 01, 2026
White Abarrio subdues Sovereignty, Journalism in Oaklawn Handicap
White Abarrio subdues Sovereignty, Journalism in Oaklawn Handicap
Mary RampelliniApr 18, 2026
Crupper gains Preakness berth with Bathhouse Row triumph
Crupper gains Preakness berth with Bathhouse Row triumph
Mary RampelliniApr 18, 2026
Claret Beret prevails over Nitrogen in Apple Blossom, gains BC Distaff berth
Claret Beret prevails over Nitrogen in Apple Blossom, gains BC Distaff berth
Mary RampelliniApr 11, 2026
Mad House holds off Roll On Big Joe in Count Fleet Sprint
Mad House holds off Roll On Big Joe in Count Fleet Sprint
Mary RampelliniApr 11, 2026
Renegade makes Kentucky Derby statement with Arkansas Derby victory
Renegade makes Kentucky Derby statement with Arkansas Derby victory
Mary RampelliniMar 28, 2026

Race Recaps

Willy D's fends off Coal Battle for Lake Ouachita victory
Willy D's fends off Coal Battle for Lake Ouachita victory
Willy D’s won his second straight stakes race on Saturday, when he fought off Coal Battle for a neck win in the $200,000 Lake Ouachita at Oaklawn Park. It was another 7 3/4 lengths back in third to Mackman.
Mary RampelliniMay 02, 2026
Gold Sweep overwhelms Booth to take Lake Hamilton
Gold Sweep overwhelms Booth to take Lake Hamilton
Mary RampelliniMay 01, 2026
White Abarrio subdues Sovereignty, Journalism in Oaklawn Handicap
White Abarrio subdues Sovereignty, Journalism in Oaklawn Handicap
Mary RampelliniApr 18, 2026
Crupper gains Preakness berth with Bathhouse Row triumph
Crupper gains Preakness berth with Bathhouse Row triumph
Mary RampelliniApr 18, 2026
Claret Beret prevails over Nitrogen in Apple Blossom, gains BC Distaff berth
Claret Beret prevails over Nitrogen in Apple Blossom, gains BC Distaff berth
Mary RampelliniApr 11, 2026
Mad House holds off Roll On Big Joe in Count Fleet Sprint
Mad House holds off Roll On Big Joe in Count Fleet Sprint
Mary RampelliniApr 11, 2026
Renegade makes Kentucky Derby statement with Arkansas Derby victory
Renegade makes Kentucky Derby statement with Arkansas Derby victory
Mary RampelliniMar 28, 2026

News & Notes

Handle up, field size down during recently concluded Oaklawn meet
Handle up, field size down during recently concluded Oaklawn meet
Overall handle and average handle per-race at the recently concluded Oaklawn Park meet in Hot Springs, Ark., showed marginal gains compared to the previous meet. However, a shift in the racing week took its toll on field size.
Matt Hegarty
After successful Oaklawn meet, Casse looking forward to next season
After successful Oaklawn meet, Casse looking forward to next season
Mary Rampellini
Scholarship fund to honor Lukas
Scholarship fund to honor Lukas
Mary Rampellini
Oaklawn considering tweaks to 2026-2027 schedule, including pushing Arkansas Derby back two weeks
Oaklawn considering tweaks to 2026-2027 schedule, including pushing Arkansas Derby back two weeks
Mary Rampellini
Lukas, Cella to enter Arkansas Sports Hall of Fame
Lukas, Cella to enter Arkansas Sports Hall of Fame
Mary Rampellini

News & Notes

Handle up, field size down during recently concluded Oaklawn meet
Handle up, field size down during recently concluded Oaklawn meet
Overall handle and average handle per-race at the recently concluded Oaklawn Park meet in Hot Springs, Ark., showed marginal gains compared to the previous meet. However, a shift in the racing week took its toll on field size.
Matt Hegarty
After successful Oaklawn meet, Casse looking forward to next season
After successful Oaklawn meet, Casse looking forward to next season
Mary Rampellini
Scholarship fund to honor Lukas
Scholarship fund to honor Lukas
Mary Rampellini
Oaklawn considering tweaks to 2026-2027 schedule, including pushing Arkansas Derby back two weeks
Oaklawn considering tweaks to 2026-2027 schedule, including pushing Arkansas Derby back two weeks
Mary Rampellini
Lukas, Cella to enter Arkansas Sports Hall of Fame
Lukas, Cella to enter Arkansas Sports Hall of Fame
Mary Rampellini