The 2018 Breeders' Cup World Championships will mark the ninth time that the sports most prestigious two-day racing event will be held under the historic Twin Spires Friday and Saturday including 15 World Championship races and more than $30 million in purses and awards. To learn more about this event and the Breeders' Cup Challenge series visit Breeders' Cup

Racing highlights for the day include:

  • Breeders' Cup Filly and Mare Sprint (Race 3)
  • Breeders' Cup Turf Sprint (Race 4)
  • Breeders' Cup Dirt Mile (Race 5)
  • Breeders' Cup Filly and Mare Turf (Race 6)
  • Twinspires Breeders' Cup Sprint (Race 7)
  • Breeders' Cup Mile (Race 8)
  • Longines Breeders' Cup Distaff (Race 9)
  • Breeders' Cup Turf (Race 10)
  • Longines Breeders' Cup Classic (Race 11)

Churchill Downs will host the Breeders' Cup Betting Challenge, a $10,000 Buy-In handicapping contest centered around Breeders' Cup racing. Participants and a guest will enjoy the VIP experience at the track. For more information visit Breeders' Cup Betting Challenge.

View 2018 Breeders' Cup Event Brochure

Review Breeders' Cup Gate and Entry Process

Review Breeders' Cup Ticketing Policy

Race Day Information

Admission includes 1 racing program**.


Gates Open8AM
Race 110:46am
Race 211:16am
Race 312:05pm
Race 412:46pm
Race 51:25pm
Race 62:10pm
Race 72:48pm
Race 83:37pm
Race 94:18pm
Race 105:01pm
Race 115:48pm
Race 126:25pm

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