Derby Week Events

An unforgettable showcase of all things Kentucky, Thurby continues to celebrate Kentucky’s culture: bourbon, Bluegrass and racing! Featuring Bluegrass music near the Paddock, the finest bourbon, and top-level horse racing; Thurby is a bucket list event for all horse racing fans!

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Champions Day 2023 commemorates the 50th anniversary of Secretariat’s Triple Crown win. Join us as we honor racing’s most iconic Thoroughbred!

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Kentucky Derby Week’s newest experience: 502’sDay celebrates the community, Louisville’s Kentucky Derby tradition makers, inspiration providers and die-hard Derby fans. Grab your $5 General Admission ticket and come be part of the 502’s biggest day!

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Everyone’s favorite behind-the-scenes tradition. Spend your morning at Churchill Downs to watch your favorite Derby and Oaks contenders warm up on the track while listening to expert commentary. This beloved, VIP event is the perfect way to get an up-close look at the horses, all at no cost.

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The Longines Kentucky Oaks is America’s premier and most lucrative race for 3-year old fillies – female horses -- held each year on the day before the Kentucky Derby.

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Kentucky Derby at Churchill Downs is the highest attended horse race in the United States. Aside from thunderous live horse racing, fans celebrate fashion and fundraising for critical women’s health issues.

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Kick-off Derby Week with the most stylish night in horse racing. Preview 2024 Kentucky Derby trends with a fashion show and gain style tips from featured Kentucky Derby Milliners.

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