UPDATE: April 2 at 5:45 p.m.
Keeneland has confirmed that Friday's race card and Saturday's race card have been rescheduled.
“The safety of our equine and human participants, as well as of our fans, is at the core of every decision we make at Keeneland,” said Keeneland President and CEO Shannon Arvin in a press release. “Our team has spent months preparing for opening weekend, and we recognize the significant impact of rescheduling our two biggest race days. While we have navigated challenging weather in the past, the conditions being forecast for the region are unprecedented for Keeneland. Ultimately, ensuring the safety of everyone involved is our top priority.”
Tickets purchased for events on either day will be honored for any race day during the Spring Meet, including days that have already sold out. Reserved seating, dining reservations and parking will be automatically refunded.
Ticketholders for Friday or Saturday will be able to purchase tickets for Monday and Tuesday through a pre-sale window. Remaining tickets will be available for purchase starting Friday at 8 a.m.
General admission will be available for free on Monday and Tuesday, and patrons will not require a ticket.
UPDATE: April 2 at 4:30 p.m.
Kentucky HBPA confirmed via X that, as a result of incoming severe weather, Friday's opening of Keeneland's Spring Meet has been rescheduled for Monday.
Saturday's card, including the Bluegrass Stakes, has been rescheduled for Tuesday.
Sunday's events are still to be determined.
.@keenelandracing has notified KY HBPA that because of brutal forecast, Friday's opening card is moving to Monday. Saturday's Blue Grass card moves to Tuesday. TBD on Sunday. More details to come. @Alex11Foley @Romansracing @nationalhbpa @espn680 @RadioLouie @PaulMiles840…
— KyHBPA (@KyHBPA) April 2, 2025
The organization represents horse owners and trainers.
ORIGINAL STORY:
Keeneland 's 15-day Spring Meet is set to open on Friday, however, heavy rain and thunderstorms are expected to hit the area this weekend, possibly prompting an opening day delay.
Keeneland officials posted on Instagram stories that Keeneland is monitoring the weather forecast.
The story also stated, "our top priority remains the safety of our horses, participants, and patrons." Notably, Keeneland will provide event updates on it's website.
"We appreciate your understanding and look forward to welcoming you to Keeneland," the story concluded.
Keeneland previously announced that its Spring Meet will run from April 4-25.
