The Maryland Jockey Club reported total attendance of 77,850, this is recorded as third highest on the list of American thoroughbred racing top attended events for North America in 2009.

[2] Rachel Alexandra won by a length, holding off the rapidly closing 2009 Kentucky Derby winner Mine That Bird to become the first filly since 1924 to win the Preakness Stakes,[2] and to extend horse racing's longest losing streak to 31 years since Affirmed became the last Triple Crown winner in 1978.

[3] Rachel Alexandra was made the morning line 8-5 favorite, the first filly accorded that status since 1988.

The 2009 Preakness Stakes included entertainment in the infield.

The performers in the infield included ZZ Top, Buckcherry, and Charm City Devils.