The 2026 Kentucky Oaks will take place on May 1, 2026, at Churchill Downs in Louisville, Kentucky. The race is set to start at 8:40 p.m. ET. Fourteen three-year-old fillies will compete for a purse of $1.5 million.
Zany currently holds the title of favorite with odds of 4-1. Percy’s Bar follows closely with 6-1 odds. Prom Queen stands at 8-1 and has finished no lower than second in her career.
The race will be broadcast live on NBC, with coverage beginning at 8 p.m. ET. This event is the last of thirteen races scheduled for that day.
The Kentucky Oaks is a prestigious horse race strictly for fillies, unlike the Kentucky Derby, which features mostly male horses. Experts and fans alike are eager to see how this competitive field performs.
Jody Demling commented on the field, saying, “I just like others in here better.” He also noted that Prom Queen’s performance in the Ashland Stakes makes her a contender.
This year’s event highlights the unpredictability of horse racing. With multiple contenders at odds of 10-1 or lower, it promises to be an exciting spectacle.
