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Thoroughbred Opening Day

Apr 18, 2026
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Saturday, April 18, 2026 @ 1 p.m.

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World-Class Thoroughbred racing returns on Saturday, April 18th

The best in Thoroughbred racing returns Saturday, April 18, as Woodbine launches its highly anticipated 2026 season. The Toronto oval bursts out of the gate with an opening weekend featuring two action-packed race cards.

This year’s campaign is headlined by two marquee $1 million events: the 167th King’s Plate on August 15 and the Grade 1 Woodbine Mile on September 12.
Woodbine’s prestigious stakes schedule once again draws elite competitors from across North America and Europe, with 40 graded stakes races on tap, including five Grade 1 fixtures.

Get ready for a season defined by speed, stamina, skill, and unforgettable moments.

The first race post time is 1 p.m. ET.

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