NTL OPENING WEEKEND, HOSTED BY LAMAR JACKSON

The NTL season kicks off the 2025 season in style, celebrating a milestone year in thoroughbred racing at Pimlico. We’ll do it right with a feast for all senses with food and fashion, games and meet and greet photo opportunities with Maryland team owner Lamar Jackson, jockeys and other celebrities.

Friday, May 9th
NTL VIP Kickoff Party and Forever Dreamers Fundraiser, 7pm to 10pm

Music, food, friends, and a great cause. Join the NTL team owners, trainers and jockeys, and special guests, including host Lamar Jackson, at a private venue. Enjoy entertainment by Rock and Hall of Fame member Jarobi White, from Tribe Called Quest. It’s the ultimate season kickoff party: raising money to cover the May 10 Baltimore Community Day, which will bring thousands of local kids to Pimlico on behalf of Lamar Jackson’s Forever Dreamers initiative.
Only 300 tickets will be sold to this exclusive intimate event.

Saturday, May 10th
The NTL Pimlico Cup, 1pm to 6pm

These aren’t just thoroughbred races, though our team-based concept makes it extra exciting and fun. It’s a celebration, with fashion (hats, summer suits and dresses, and our famous fan runway shows), food and drinks, music, and so many surprises. Plus, fun for kids (games, autographs and pony rides) and celebrities galore, all hosted by the owner of the Maryland Colts, Lamar Jackson.

Gates open: 11:00am | First race: 12:10pm