2026 Preakness Stakes Guide: Location, Time, TV Channels, Betting Favorites The 2026 Preakness Stakes has relocated from Baltimore's Pimlico Race Course to Laurel Park this year.
The move is a one year switch due to ongoing renovations at Pimlico, which have been underway for some time.
Pimlico's management had to balance the needs of horse racing with those of the surrounding community during these renovations.