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The second jewel of the Triple Crown shines with traditions. Don't miss the 2025 Preakness Stakes, this Saturday, May 17, at 2:30 PM ET on Peacock.
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Preakness Stakes traditions: Drinks, fashion, flowers, Black-eyed Susan cocktail and blanket, trophy
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Horse racing’s finest are back in Baltimore, Md., for the 150th Preakness Stakes. Every third Saturday in May (with a few exceptions), people flock to Pimlico Race Course to take in the sights and sounds of the second jewel of the Triple Crown, steeped in its own flair and unique traditions.
Here’s what you need to know about the customs of the Preakness Stakes, from a signature cocktail to bold fashion. Catch these traditions and an exciting day of horse racing on Saturday, May 17, with live coverage beginning at 2:30 PM ET on CNBC and continuing on NBC, starting at 4:00 PM ET. You can also live stream every moment of the action on Peacock.
The Preakness is a time to dress up in bright colors. Men and women show off in vibrant pastels, often highlighted with black to pay homage to the Black-eyed Susan, the official state flower of Maryland. You will also see a wide array of elaborate hats that rival those at the Kentucky Derby.
May 18, 2024; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Seize The Grey receives a kiss from jockey Jaime Torres in the Winners Circle after winning the 149th running of The Preakness Stakes at Pimlico Race Course. Mandatory Credit: Mitch Stringer-USA TODAY Sports
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