Trending Petersburg Events
NASCAR Cup Series: Cook Out 400
Aug 15 •
7:00PM
Richmond International Raceway
Richmond, VA
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NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series
Aug 14 •
7:30PM
Richmond International Raceway
Richmond, VA
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Renegade Monster Trucks
Aug 15 •
12:30PM
Carteret County Speedway
Swansboro, NC
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Renegade Monster Trucks
Aug 15 •
6:00PM
Carteret County Speedway
Swansboro, NC
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Colonial Downs Live Racing
Jul 16 •
12:30PM
Colonial Downs
New Kent, VA
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Colonial Downs Live Racing
Jul 17 •
12:30PM
Colonial Downs
New Kent, VA
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Colonial Downs Live Racing
Jul 18 •
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Colonial Downs
New Kent, VA
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Colonial Downs Live Racing
Jul 11 •
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Colonial Downs
New Kent, VA
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Colonial Downs Live Racing
Jul 9 •
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Colonial Downs
New Kent, VA
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Petersburg Racing Schedule
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Colonial Downs Live Racing
Colonial Downs
New Kent, VA
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Colonial Downs Live Racing
Colonial Downs
New Kent, VA
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Colonial Downs
New Kent, VA
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Colonial Downs
New Kent, VA
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Colonial Downs
New Kent, VA
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Colonial Downs
New Kent, VA
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Colonial Downs
New Kent, VA
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Colonial Downs
New Kent, VA
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Colonial Downs
New Kent, VA
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Colonial Downs
New Kent, VA
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Colonial Downs
New Kent, VA
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Colonial Downs
New Kent, VA
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Colonial Downs
New Kent, VA
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Colonial Downs
New Kent, VA
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Colonial Downs
New Kent, VA
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Colonial Downs
New Kent, VA
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Colonial Downs
New Kent, VA
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Colonial Downs Live Racing
Colonial Downs
New Kent, VA
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Colonial Downs
New Kent, VA
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Colonial Downs
New Kent, VA
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Colonial Downs Live Racing
Colonial Downs
New Kent, VA
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NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series
Richmond International Raceway
Richmond, VA
1-69-35
Aug 15
Sat • 12:30 PM
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Aug 15
12:30 PM
Colonial Downs Live Racing - Wiener Dog Races & Live Horse Racing
Colonial Downs
New Kent, VA
1-69-46
Aug 15
Sat • 12:30 PM
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Aug 15
12:30 PM
Renegade Monster Trucks
Carteret County Speedway
Swansboro, NC
1-69-46
Aug 15
Sat • 6:00 PM
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Aug 15
6:00 PM
Renegade Monster Trucks
Carteret County Speedway
Swansboro, NC
1-69-187
Aug 15
Sat • 7:00 PM
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Aug 15
7:00 PM
NASCAR Cup Series: Cook Out 400
Richmond International Raceway
Richmond, VA
1-69-35
Aug 16
Sun • 12:30 PM
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Aug 16
12:30 PM
Colonial Downs Live Racing
Colonial Downs
New Kent, VA
1-69-35
Aug 20
Thu • 12:30 PM
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12:30 PM
Colonial Downs Live Racing
Colonial Downs
New Kent, VA
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Colonial Downs Live Racing
Colonial Downs
New Kent, VA
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Colonial Downs Live Racing
Colonial Downs
New Kent, VA
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Colonial Downs Live Racing
Colonial Downs
New Kent, VA
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Colonial Downs Live Racing
Colonial Downs
New Kent, VA
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Colonial Downs Live Racing
Colonial Downs
New Kent, VA
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Colonial Downs Live Racing
Colonial Downs
New Kent, VA
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Colonial Downs Live Racing
Colonial Downs
New Kent, VA
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Sep 4
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Colonial Downs Live Racing
Colonial Downs
New Kent, VA
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Sep 5
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Colonial Downs Live Racing
Colonial Downs
New Kent, VA
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Sep 6
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Colonial Downs Live Racing
Colonial Downs
New Kent, VA
Find the Best Races in Petersburg for 2026
Petersburg is a hub for exciting live entertainment. We've analyzed our sales data to bring you the most popular races so you can easily plan your next outing.
Top Races in Petersburg This Weekend
Planning your weekend? There are 5 races happening around Petersburg this weekend! Here are the most popular races happening in Petersburg from Thursday to Sunday. Don't miss out on the action!
| Event Name | Date | Venue | Lowest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Colonial Downs Live Racing | Jul 9 | Colonial Downs | $10 |
| Colonial Downs Live Racing | Jul 10 | Colonial Downs | $10 |
| Colonial Downs Live Racing | Jul 11 | Colonial Downs | $22 |
| NASCAR Local Racing Series: Kids Run What You Brung Night | Jul 11 | Dominion Raceway & Entertainment | $54 |
| Colonial Downs Live Racing | Jul 12 | Colonial Downs | $22 |
Top 2026 Summer Races in Petersburg
Summer is the perfect time for live events in Petersburg! Check out this list of the top races happening from May through September.
| Event Name | Date | Venue | Lowest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| NASCAR Local Racing Series: Carnival Night | Jul 18 | Dominion Raceway & Entertainment | $69 |
| NASCAR Local Racing Series: Jeep Takeover | Jul 25 | Dominion Raceway & Entertainment | $54 |
| Rave at the Raceway | Jul 31 | Dominion Raceway & Entertainment | $69 |
| Dominion Drift Day | Aug 1 | Dominion Raceway & Entertainment | $69 |
| NASCAR Local Racing Series: Country Music & Line Dancing Night | Aug 8 | Dominion Raceway & Entertainment | $54 |
| NASCAR Local Racing Series: Friday Night NASCAR Racing & No Prep Street Racing | Aug 14 | Dominion Raceway & Entertainment | $42 |
| NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series | Aug 14 | Richmond International Raceway | $46 |
| Renegade Monster Trucks | Aug 15 | Carteret County Speedway | $68 |
| Renegade Monster Trucks | Aug 15 | Carteret County Speedway | $68 |
| NASCAR Cup Series: Cook Out 400 | Aug 15 | Richmond International Raceway | $89 |
Cheap Things to Do in Petersburg This Weekend (Under $100)
Looking for fun in Petersburg that won't break the bank? You've come to the right place. This list features the best-selling races this weekend with tickets under $100.
| Event Name | Date | Venue | Lowest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Colonial Downs Live Racing | Jul 9 | Colonial Downs | $10 |
| Colonial Downs Live Racing | Jul 10 | Colonial Downs | $10 |
| Colonial Downs Live Racing | Jul 11 | Colonial Downs | $22 |
| NASCAR Local Racing Series: Kids Run What You Brung Night | Jul 11 | Dominion Raceway & Entertainment | $54 |
| Colonial Downs Live Racing | Jul 12 | Colonial Downs | $22 |
Top Venues in Petersburg, VA
Allianz Amphitheater at Riverfront
Richmond, VA
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Altria Theater - Richmond
Richmond, VA
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The National - VA
Richmond, VA
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Funny Bone Comedy Club - Richmond
Richmond, VA
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Carpenter Theatre At Dominion Energy Center
Richmond, VA
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CarMax Park
Richmond, VA
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Innsbrook Pavilion
Glen Allen, VA
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The Broadberry
Richmond, VA
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Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden
Richmond, VA
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Beacon Theatre - VA
Hopewell, VA
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