The Preakness Stakes is a prestigious annual horse racing event held at Pimlico Race Course in Baltimore, Maryland. First run in 1873, it is the second jewel of the Triple Crown of Thoroughbred Racing, following the Kentucky Derby and preceding the Belmont Stakes. The Preakness Stakes attracts top three-year-old thoroughbreds, jockeys, and racing fans from around the world. The event is celebrated for its traditions, festive atmosphere, and the iconic Black-Eyed Susan Garland awarded to the winning horse.