New Kent, VA venue guide
Plan your visit to Colonial Downs in New Kent, VA with entrance, accessibility, transit, parking, dining, and upcoming event details.
Bag policy
One bag per guest, searched by security. Banned: bags over 17x12x9 inches, backpacks, duffels, luggage, coolers, cameras with detachable or 4-inch lenses, umbrellas, chairs, tents, canopies, food, cans, glass, alcohol, drones, speakers, pets (except service animals) and weapons. Diaper bags and strollers with a child are allowed, as is dietary food in a clear bag within size limits.
Entrances
Colonial Downs is at 10515 Colonial Downs Pkwy, off I-64 between Richmond and Williamsburg. Gates usually open 1 hour before the first race; premium days can differ. General admission, Grandstand Seat and Box guests enter at the Saddling Paddock entrance. Jockey Club, 1609 and Suite guests use the Main Grandstand entrance. All ages are welcome, but the gaming floor is 21+.
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Venue essentials
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One bag per guest, searched by security. Banned: bags over 17x12x9 inches, backpacks, duffels, luggage, coolers, cameras with detachable or 4-inch lenses, umbrellas, chairs, tents, canopies, food, cans, glass, alcohol, drones, speakers, pets (except service animals) and weapons. Diaper bags and strollers with a child are allowed, as is dietary food in a clear bag within size limits.
Verified Oct 8, 2026Colonial Downs — Racing FAQs / Carry-In Policy
Verified Oct 8, 2026Colonial Downs — Racing FAQs
Colonial Downs posts an accessibility statement and handles accessibility requests by email at info@colonialdowns.com. Grandstand seating involves stairs, so mention any mobility needs when buying tickets. Visit Richmond lists accessible washrooms.
Verified Oct 8, 2026Colonial Downs — Accessibility Statement
Policies can change by event. Venue signs, staff, and official event notices are the source of truth at the door.
Getting there
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10515 Colonial Downs Parkway, New Kent, VA, 23124
Colonial Downs is off I-64 in New Kent County, between Richmond and Williamsburg, and doesn't publish transit options. Most guests drive or use rideshare.
Verified Oct 8, 2026Colonial Downs — Racing FAQs
Parking
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Official operating notes that apply across events at this venue.
All food, drink and merch sales are cashless, and ATMs are on site. The Jockey Club (third floor) and 1609 (fourth floor) offer sit-down dining, and concession stands serve the grounds. Outside food is banned except dietary-needs items within the carry-in limits.
Verified Oct 8, 2026Colonial Downs — Racing FAQs
Colonial Downs doesn't publish restroom locations. Visit Richmond lists accessible washrooms on site. Ask a Guest Ambassador at Guest Services, on the saddling paddock side of the Grandstand.
Verified Oct 8, 2026Colonial Downs — Racing FAQs
Merch sales are cashless. Colonial Downs doesn't publish a merch stand location, so ask Guest Services on the saddling paddock side of the Grandstand.
Verified Oct 8, 2026Colonial Downs — Racing FAQs
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