2026 Virginia Oaks Results

Exotic Payouts:

• $1.00 Exacta (3-1): $3.20
• $0.50 Trifecta (3-1-6): $16.85
• $0.10 Superfecta (3-1-6-2): $4.00

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History of the Virginia Oaks

The Virginia Oaks is a stakes race for three year old fillies held at Colonial Downs. First run in 2004, the race was created to showcase top sophomore fillies in the Mid Atlantic and to strengthen the spring racing calendar in Virginia. Contested at a distance of 1 1/16 miles, the race has attracted promising young horses and respected trainers from across the country since its inception.

In recent years the Virginia Oaks has taken on greater national significance as part of the Road to the Kentucky Oaks. The race awards qualifying points that help determine which fillies earn a spot in the starting gate for the prestigious spring classic at Churchill Downs. This connection has elevated the race’s profile and encouraged deeper, more competitive fields as trainers look for productive stepping stones toward the Kentucky Oaks.

With a substantial purse and a timing that fits neatly into the national prep schedule, the Virginia Oaks continues to serve as an important proving ground for rising fillies. Strong performances at Colonial Downs often signal that a horse is ready to compete at the highest level later in the spring. For racing fans and bettors alike, the event offers an early glimpse at potential Kentucky Oaks contenders.

All-Time Results of the Virginia Oaks