The Kentucky Oaks is one of the premier races for three-year-old Thoroughbred fillies and serves as the centerpiece of Oaks Day at Churchill Downs. Held annually on the Friday before the Kentucky Derby, the Grade I race is renowned for its tradition of spectators wearing pink to support breast and ovarian cancer initiatives. Oaks Day combines elite horse racing, fashion, philanthropy, and festive Southern hospitality, making it one of the most celebrated events in American racing.