When is the Florida Derby?

The 76th Curlin Florida Derby runs Saturday, March 28, 2027 at Gulfstream Park in Hallandale Beach, Florida.

What is the purse for the Florida Derby?

The Curlin Florida Derby carries a $1,000,000 purse and headlines a 10-stakes program worth $2.675 million in total purses.

Is the Florida Derby a Kentucky Derby prep race?

Yes. It is a key stop on the Road to the Kentucky Derby — past starters have combined to win 62 Triple Crown races, including 26 Kentucky Derbys.

How much are tickets and hospitality packages?

Taste at the Track and Clubhouse hospitality start From $450. Full ticket pricing and on-sale dates will be announced closer to race day.

Is parking available at Gulfstream Park?

Self-parking is free in the lots north and south of the clubhouse, and valet parking is available for $25.

Is the Florida Derby a family-friendly event?

Guests of all ages are welcome. Wagering and alcohol service are restricted to guests 21 and older.

Saturday, March 28, 2027

Florida Derby 2027

Experience the 76th running of the Florida Derby. A tradition of excellence, power, and prestige on the road to the Triple Crown.

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TASTE AT
THE TRACK

Savor an afternoon of unlimited tastings with a variety of wine and bubbles, perfectly paired with artfully crafted tapas. Unwind trackside with a refined experience while you take in the thrill of world-class racing.

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An afternoon of unlimited tastings with wine and bubbles, perfectly paired trackside.

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DINING

Whether you're on the apron rail, the elevated grandstand or seated in the walking ring, the Clubhouse provides a timeless race day experience where the action and pageantry are on full display.

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CLUBHOUSE

Settle into the Clubhouse for a timeless race day experience, with the apron rail, elevated grandstand, and walking ring putting the action and pageantry on full display.

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General
Admission

General admission is free, but reserved seating is limited — secure your seats ahead of time.

2026

Winner

Champion Spotlight — Commandment

The Greatest Thoroughbreds

The 75th running of the Curlin Florida Derby (G1) headlined a stacked 14-race program with 10 stakes, five graded, worth $2.675 million in purses. Forty-seven starters in the 1 1/8-mile event for 3-year-olds have gone on to win a remarkable 63 Triple Crown races, including 26 Kentucky Derbys.

Commandment overcame a tepid early pace to stamp himself as the early Kentucky Derby favorite, rallying late to edge out The Puma by a nose in the $1 million Curlin Florida Derby. The Brad Cox-trained colt, fresh off a neck victory in the Feb. 28 Coolmore Fountain of Youth (G2), gave Cox back-to-back wins in Gulfstream’s premier Kentucky Derby prep, following Tappan Street’s victory the year before over eventual Horse of the Year Sovereignty.

The Road to the Curlin Florida Derby begins in earnest Jan. 31 with the running of the $250,000 Holy Bull (G3), a 1 1/16-mile stakes for 3-year-olds that will headline a card of five stakes, including the $150,000 Forward Gal (G3), a seven-furlong race for 3-year-old fillies.

Trainer

Brad Cox

Jockey

Flavian Prat

Grade

Grade 1

Full Racing Recap

PURSE MONEY

$1,000,000

A program with 10 stakes, five graded, worth $2.45 million in total purses.

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