Santa Anita Park is set to host its highly anticipated Santa Anita Derby Day this weekend, serving as the leading West Coast prep race for the Kentucky Derby. Featuring a stellar lineup of top three-year-old thoroughbreds, this annual event draws racing enthusiasts and families for a full day of high-caliber competition. Gates open early with multiple stakes races, live entertainment, food vendors, and special on-track experiences for fans. The winner of the Santa Anita Derby secures qualifying points for the iconic Run for the Roses. Don’t miss a day that is a centerpiece of California’s racing calendar.