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Virginia horse racing features thoroughbred horse racing at Colonial Downs, harness racing at Shenandoah Downs, steeplechase racing at Great Meadow and other venues, and spring Point-to-Point meets in Northern Virginia.

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Welcome to Colonial Downs – VEA Spotlight 2025

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