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Preakness Stakes 2027 (152nd)

Preakness 2027 — second jewel of the Triple Crown, two weeks after the Derby at Pimlico.

2027 dates

May 15

Baltimore (Pimlico Race Course, MD) · Maryland

When is Preakness Stakes 2027 (152nd) — and where do RVers stay?

Preakness Stakes 2027 (152nd) takes place on May 15, 2027 in Baltimore (Pimlico Race Course, MD), Maryland. Book an RV from a local Maryland host about 22 weeks out and set up camp within an easy drive of Baltimore (Pimlico Race Course, MD) — arrive a day early, leave a day late.

Plan your trip · May 15, 2027 · Baltimore (Pimlico Race Course, MD)

Rent an RV near Preakness Stakes 2027 (152nd)

Search opens on your May 15, 2027 window with a one-day buffer on each side — arrive early, leave late. Book from local Maryland hosts before the event weekend fills.

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Dates: May 15, 2027
Days away: 294
Location: Baltimore (Pimlico Race Course, MD)
Book ahead: 22+ wk
Demand window: Busy window

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Know before you go

What you need to know

The 152nd Preakness Stakes runs Saturday May 15, 2027 at Pimlico Race Course in Baltimore's Park Heights neighborhood. Pimlico's renovation timeline (Maryland Stadium Authority approved the rebuild in 2024) may move the 2027 running off-site — verify the venue via preakness.com closer to the date. RV travelers base outside the city: Capitol KOA (Millersville, ~25 mi southwest), Bar Harbor RV Park (Abingdon, ~25 mi northeast), Cherry Hill Park (College Park, ~32 mi south, MARC train access). Baltimore Penn Station MARC + Light Rail access via the Rogers Avenue stop drops within 1.5 mi of the Pimlico clubhouse on race day.

Official source: preakness.com

Safety + legal

Park Heights neighborhood traffic and pedestrian density spike on race day; Baltimore City DOT typically closes Northern Parkway eastbound from Pimlico Road. Infield allows BYOB but bans glass, drones, and coolers >14x14x14. Late May Baltimore averages 75°F + 60% humidity — sun-shield rig windows when parked off-site.

Insider tip — what you won't find elsewhere

Cherry Hill Park (College Park, MD) sits 0.4 mi from the College Park MARC station — take MARC's Camden Line direct to Baltimore Penn, transfer to Light Rail Rogers Avenue, walk 15 minutes to the gate. Total transit ~75 min, beats I-95 Saturday traffic.

Plan-ahead runway

Book early, arrive easy — the whole runway

Event weekends book first. Here is the honest runway from lock-your-rig to head-home, with a one-day buffer on each end.

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~22 weeks out
Event weekends fill first — lock your rig early.
Arrive
May 14
Roll in a day early and set up camp.
Event
May 15
Preakness Stakes 2027 (152nd)
Head home
May 16
Leave a day late and skip the exodus.

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Questions & answers

Frequently asked about Preakness Stakes 2027 (152nd)

When is Preakness Stakes 2027 (152nd)?

Preakness Stakes 2027 (152nd) takes place on May 15, 2027 in Baltimore (Pimlico Race Course, MD), Maryland.

Where is Preakness Stakes 2027 (152nd) held?

Baltimore (Pimlico Race Course, MD), Maryland.

What are the 2027 dates for Preakness Stakes 2027 (152nd)?

May 15, 2027 (single-day event).

What RV should I rent for Preakness Stakes 2027 (152nd)?

Best categories: rv, trucks-vans. The 152nd Preakness Stakes runs Saturday May 15, 2027 at Pimlico Race Course in Baltimore's Park Heights neighborhood. Pimlico's renovation timeline (Maryland Stadium Authority approved the rebuild in 2024) may move the 2027 running off-site — verify the venue via preakness.com closer to the date. RV travelers base outside the city: Capitol KOA (Millersville, ~25 mi southwest), Bar Harbor RV Park (Abingdon, ~25 mi northeast), Cherry Hill Park (College Park, ~32 mi south, MARC train access). Baltimore Penn Station MARC + Light Rail access via the Rogers Avenue stop drops within 1.5 mi of the Pimlico clubhouse on race day.

How early should I book an RV for Preakness Stakes 2027 (152nd)?

Recommended lead time: 22 weeks. Event windows book up early, so search and lock your dates as soon as your plans firm up.

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RVs near Maryland — sleep at the venue, skip the hotel.

Base your whole weekend for Preakness Stakes 2027 (152nd) from a rig parked where the action is: your own beds, kitchen, and gear locker, with no drive back to a room across town. Browse what local owners list around Maryland and lock your dates early — event weekends book first.

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Per-state legal callout · MD

Before you rent in Maryland — key local rules

Standard license covers personal motorhomes under 26,001 lbs
Maryland does not require CDL for personal-use motorhomes under 26,001 lbs GVWR. Out-of-state visitors honored with valid home-state license.
Maryland MVA · verified 2026-05-24
Boating Safety Education Certificate required for operators born after 1972
Maryland DNR requires Boating Safety Education Certificate for anyone born after July 1, 1972 operating a motorized vessel.
MD DNR — Boating Safety · verified 2026-05-24
Limited public OHV land; private trails (Rausch Creek) primary
Maryland has very limited public OHV land. Most OHV use occurs at private parks. State parks generally closed to OHV.
Maryland DNR — State Parks · verified 2026-05-24
Maryland BAC 0.08%; open container in passenger area prohibited
Maryland enforces 0.08% BAC for non-commercial drivers. Open alcoholic containers prohibited in passenger areas of motor vehicles on public highways.
MD Transportation Code §21-902 · verified 2026-05-24

Maryland rules · last verified 2026-05-10

Rental tax: 7.00%
Min driver age: 21+ std · 25+ Class A
Gravel roads: Allowed — disclosure required
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