Thanksgiving

Enjoy Thanksgiving buffet and live thoroughbred racing!

THANKSGIVING

Thursday, November 28

Gates Open 10:00 a.m. | First Race 11:30 a.m. 

Celebrate Thanksgiving weekend at the track with exciting Stakes races, including up-and-coming Kentucky Derby hopefuls.

Ticket Options:

Dining | Reserved Seating | General Admission

Thanksgiving Chef Tables: 11 a.m.-3 p.m. | Dining Menu

*NEW FOR 2025* – Thanksgiving Stations-Style Service in Matt Winn’s

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Matt Winn’s Elevated Thanksgiving Meal Includes:

  • Traditional Thanksgiving Chef's Table Buffet
  • Cheese and Charcuterie Cart
  • Dessert Station
  • Apple Cider and Hot Cocoa Bar

Matt Winn’s Thanksgiving Bar Selections: (not included in ticket – available for purchase day-of)

  • Specialty Fall Cocktail Menu
  • Wine and Bourbon Lists exclusive to Matt Winn's
  • Bourbon Tastings in Matt Winn's Bourbon Room from 12-4pm.

Matt Winn's Thanksgiving Experience Includes:

  • Indoor dining tables, booths, and soft seating lounges
  • Live mutuel tellers and self-wagering machines
  • Tiered balconies for a perfect perched view of the races
  • Thanksgiving-themed kids' activities
  • Visit and photos with Churchill Charlie

Admission includes 1 racing program**.

* Pricing based on what dining rooms are initially available for regular race days.
** Complimentary racing program available at entry gates while supplies last.

For groups of 12+, please contact group sales at 502-636-4450 or fill out our Group Request Form

EVENT DAY DETAILS

Thanksgiving Day| November 28 | Gates Open 10 a.m.

Race Post Time Wagering
1 11:30 AM WPS EX TRI SUPER SH5 DD P3 P5
2 11:58 AM WPS EX TRI SUPER SH5 DD P3 P4
3 12:26 PM WPS EX TRI SUPER SH5 DD P3
4 12:54 PM WPS EX TRI SUPER SH5 DD P3 P5
5 1:22 PM WPS EX TRI SUPER SH5 DD P3 P4
6 1:50 PM WPS EX TRI SUPER SH5 DD P3 P5
7 2:18 PM WPS EX TRI SUPER SH5 DD P3 DC6
8 2:47 PM WPS EX TRI SUPER SH5 DD P3 P5
9 3:16 PM WPS EX TRI SUPER SH5 DD P3 P4
10 3:45 PM WPS EX TRI SUPER SH5 DD P3
11 4:14 PM WPS EX TRI SUPER SH5 DD
12 4:43 PM WPS EX TRI SUPER SH5

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