Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance On-Site Preakness Week
LEXINGTON, KY — Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance will be on-site at Laurel Park in Maryland during Preakness week with a variety of activations leading up to Preakness 151 on Saturday, May 16, 2026. The Preakness is a Grade I race that spans a distance of 1 3/16 miles and serves as the second leg of the Triple Crown. With the combined efforts of 1/ST RACING, The Maryland Jockey Club, America’s Best Racing, and Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance, accredited aftercare will be promoted with several on-site activations throughout the week.
Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance Honored with Named Race by Churchill Downs on Day of Derby & Oaks Draw
LEXINGTON, KY — Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance will be honored with a named race on Opening Day of Churchill Downs on Saturday, April 25, 2026. Opening Day marks the beginning of Kentucky Derby Week and features a variety of festivities, including the post position draw for the 152nd running of the Kentucky Derby presented by Woodford Reserve and the Longines Kentucky Oaks. Gates open at 11:30 a.m., with the Kentucky Derby and Oaks post position draw taking place at 2:00 p.m.
Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance to Present Evening Jewel Stakes on Santa Anita Derby Day
LEXINGTON, KY — Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance will be on-site this year at Santa Anita Park for the Santa Anita Derby on Saturday, April 4, 2026. Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance will present the Evening Jewel Stakes. Following the race, the winning connections will receive a Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance blanket and gift bag during a winner’s circle presentation.
Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance On-Site at Florida Derby
LEXINGTON, KY — Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance will be on-site at Gulfstream Park for the 75th running of the Curlin Florida Derby on Saturday, March 28, 20265. Known as “the biggest race day of the year in South Florida,” the Curlin Florida Derby is a Grade 1 Kentucky Derby prep-race.
Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance Honored with Race at Texas Champions Day
LEXINGTON, KY — Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance will be on-site at Sam Houston Race Park on Saturday, March 21, 2026, for Texas Champions Day. This event aims to showcase Texas Thoroughbreds through a day of thrilling and competitive racing.
Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance Announces Presence at Turfway Park for Jeff Ruby Steaks Day
LEXINGTON, KY — Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance will be present at Turfway Park for the Jeff Ruby Steaks on Saturday, March 21, 2026. Jeff Ruby Steaks Day is highlighted by the Jeff Ruby Steaks, a Grade III Kentucky Derby prep race.
NTRA Pledges to Match Horseplayer Contributions to Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance During NHC Up to $5,000
LEXINGTON, KY — Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance has been announced as the Official Charity Partner of the NTRA National Horseplayers Championship (NHC). The event will take place at the Horseshoe Las Vegas Hotel and Casino from March 13-15, 2026. On Sunday, March 15, NTRA will present a check to Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance, matching horseplayer donations made throughout the week up to a maximum of $5,000.
Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance Announces Presence at Tampa Bay Derby
LEXINGTON, KY — Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance will be present at Tampa Bay Downs on Saturday, March 7, 2026, for the Tampa Bay Derby. The organization’s presence underscores Tampa Bay Downs’ ongoing commitment to supporting accredited aftercare and promoting the welfare of Thoroughbreds beyond their racing careers.
Fountain of Youth Weekend Features Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance Named Race
LEXINGTON, KY — Gulfstream Park, a long-time supporter of Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance, will help raise awareness for accredited aftercare during Fountain of Youth Weekend. The Coolmore Fountain of Youth Stakes (G2) is set to take place on Saturday, February 28, 2026.
Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance Announces New Strategic Plan
LEXINGTON, KY — Walter S. Robertson, Jr., president of Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance, announced today the inauguration of a new strategic plan for the organization, broadening the scope of its activities, enhancing its sustainability, and developing new partnerships toward encouraging use of Thoroughbreds beyond their racing and breeding years.