CHURCHILL DOWNS® RACETRACK

HOME OF THE KENTUCKY DERBY®

2026 Ticket Opportunities!

Experience the thrill of live racing at Churchill Downs during the 2026 Race Meet. Secure your tickets today for unforgettable moments, heart-pounding finishes, and world-class hospitality. Don’t miss your chance to be part of the tradition.

View our available 2026 ticket packages below or contact our team to plan your visit to Churchill Downs!

'Run for the Roses Package' – Your All-Access GA Pass for Derby Week! Experience the thrill of Derby Week with our brand-new General Admission 'Run for the Roses Package'! This exclusive offer includes GA tickets to all six of Churchill Downs’ most exciting events:

Opening Night
502'sDay
Winsday
Thurby
Kentucky Oaks
Kentucky Derby
Celebrate the full Derby Week experience for $268. Whether you're a local tradition-keeper or a first-time visitor, this package is your ticket to unforgettable racing moments all week long. Don’t miss out—secure your spot today and run for the roses with us!

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New Partial Season Plans Available Now! Get ready for seven incredible premium race days with key features.

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Experience the thrills of Thoroughbred horse racing at legendary Churchill Downs racetrack.

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CALENDAR

With more than 70 plus live racing days throughout the year, check out all opportunities you have to watch the thrills of live racing. Plus, opportunities to get tours of the facility, watch horse racing via simulcast or bet at our Race & Sports Book.

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GROUPS & OCCASIONS

Check an item off your guests' bucket lists at Louisville's must-visit venue. Let our team help you plan an unforgettable experience.

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FAQ’s

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Churchill Downs App

The new and improved Churchill Downs app has everything you need to enjoy your day at the races. Both Android and iOS apps are now available!

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Churchill Downs Closing Day Update: Irad Ortiz Jr. Wins First Churchill Downs Leading Rider Title; Top Trainer Cox Only Second to Saddle Five Winners in Day

Jockey Irad Ortiz Jr. has quickly made a mark on the Kentucky horse racing circuit since shifting his tack from New York. The 33-year-old native of Puerto Rico has secured his first Churchill Downs leading rider title with 44 wins through 25 days of the...

Churchill Downs Closing Day Stakes Recap and Quotes: Moonlight Wins $249,835 Cherokee Mile on Closing Day at Churchill Downs

Moonlight rallied past 6-5 pacesetting favorite Dragoon Guard in deep stretch to win Sunday’s second running of the $249,835 Cherokee Mile at Churchill Downs on closing day of the 136th Fall Meet by 1 ½ lengths.

Moonlight, a 4-year-old son of...

Churchill Downs Update and Stakes Advance: Scotland Returns to Defend Title in Closing Day's $250,000 Cherokee Mile

LNJ Foxwoods’ Scotland will return to Churchill Downs and defend his title when he takes on nine rivals entered in next Sunday’s second running of the $250,000 Cherokee Mile, the featured race on closing day of the 2025 Fall Meet.
Sunday’s 12-race...