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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.
September 2026
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September Meet Racing at Churchill Downs
Gates Open 11:30 a.m.* | First Post 12:45 p.m. | Chef's Table 11:30 a.m.**
*First post and Gates Open remain the same for Wednesdays, Fridays, Saturdays and Sunday. Thursdays Gates Open at 4 p.m. for Twilight Thursdays
**Chef's Table is only applicable for guests who purchased all-inclusive dining tickets
Come out to the track to watch exciting live thoroughbred racing.
September Meet Racing at Churchill Downs
Gates Open 11:30 a.m.* | First Post 12:45 p.m. | Chef's Table 11:30 a.m.**
*First post and Gates Open remain the same for Wednesdays, Fridays, Saturdays and Sunday. Thursdays Gates Open at 4 p.m. for Twilight Thursdays
**Chef's Table is only applicable for guests who purchased all-inclusive dining tickets
Come out to the track to watch exciting live thoroughbred racing.
September Meet Racing at Churchill Downs
Gates Open 11:30 a.m.* | First Post 12:45 p.m. | Chef's Table 11:30 a.m.**
*First post and Gates Open remain the same for Wednesdays, Fridays, Saturdays and Sunday. Thursdays Gates Open at 4 p.m. for Twilight Thursdays
**Chef's Table is only applicable for guests who purchased all-inclusive dining tickets
Come out to the track to watch exciting live thoroughbred racing.
September Meet Racing at Churchill Downs
Gates Open 11:30 a.m.* | First Post 12:45 p.m. | Chef's Table 11:30 a.m.**
*First post and Gates Open remain the same for Wednesdays, Fridays, Saturdays and Sunday. Thursdays Gates Open at 4 p.m. for Twilight Thursdays
**Chef's Table is only applicable for guests who purchased all-inclusive dining tickets
Come out to the track to watch exciting live thoroughbred racing.
September Meet Racing at Churchill Downs
Gates Open 11:30 a.m.* | First Post 12:45 p.m. | Chef's Table 11:30 a.m.**
*First post and Gates Open remain the same for Wednesdays, Fridays, Saturdays and Sunday. Thursdays Gates Open at 4 p.m. for Twilight Thursdays
**Chef's Table is only applicable for guests who purchased all-inclusive dining tickets
Come out to the track to watch exciting live thoroughbred racing.
September Meet Racing at Churchill Downs
Gates Open 11:30 a.m.* | First Post 12:45 p.m. | Chef's Table 11:30 a.m.**
*First post and Gates Open remain the same for Wednesdays, Fridays, Saturdays and Sunday. Thursdays Gates Open at 4 p.m. for Twilight Thursdays
**Chef's Table is only applicable for guests who purchased all-inclusive dining tickets
Come out to the track to watch exciting live thoroughbred racing.
Senior Day | Gates Open 11:30 a.m. | First Race 12:45 p.m. | Chef's Table 11:30 a.m-2:30 p.m.
Come out to the track to watch exciting live thoroughbred racing. On Senior Day, Churchill Downs invites guests 60 and older to enjoy lunch on Millionaires' Row for only $45. Learn more!
Downs After Dark | Gates Open 5 p.m. | First Race 6 p.m.
Get ready for an electrifying night of horse racing as the sun sets and the track comes alive with excitement! Downs After Dark is your ticket to an unforgettable evening filled with thrilling races under the dazzling lights. Learn More!
September Meet Racing at Churchill Downs
Gates Open 11:30 a.m.* | First Post 12:45 p.m. | Chef's Table 11:30 a.m.**
*First post and Gates Open remain the same for Wednesdays, Fridays, Saturdays and Sunday. Thursdays Gates Open at 4 p.m. for Twilight Thursdays
**Chef's Table is only applicable for guests who purchased all-inclusive dining tickets
Come out to the track to watch exciting live thoroughbred racing.
September Meet Racing at Churchill Downs
Gates Open 11:30 a.m.* | First Post 12:45 p.m. | Chef's Table 11:30 a.m.**
*First post and Gates Open remain the same for Wednesdays, Fridays, Saturdays and Sunday. Thursdays Gates Open at 4 p.m. for Twilight Thursdays
**Chef's Table is only applicable for guests who purchased all-inclusive dining tickets
Come out to the track to watch exciting live thoroughbred racing.
September Meet Racing at Churchill Downs
Gates Open 11:30 a.m.* | First Post 12:45 p.m. | Chef's Table 11:30 a.m.**
*First post and Gates Open remain the same for Wednesdays, Fridays, Saturdays and Sunday. Thursdays Gates Open at 4 p.m. for Twilight Thursdays
**Chef's Table is only applicable for guests who purchased all-inclusive dining tickets
Come out to the track to watch exciting live thoroughbred racing.
September Meet Racing at Churchill Downs
Gates Open 11:30 a.m.* | First Post 12:45 p.m. | Chef's Table 11:30 a.m.**
*First post and Gates Open remain the same for Wednesdays, Fridays, Saturdays and Sunday. Thursdays Gates Open at 4 p.m. for Twilight Thursdays
**Chef's Table is only applicable for guests who purchased all-inclusive dining tickets
Come out to the track to watch exciting live thoroughbred racing.
September Meet Racing at Churchill Downs
Gates Open 11:30 a.m.* | First Post 12:45 p.m. | Chef's Table 11:30 a.m.**
*First post and Gates Open remain the same for Wednesdays, Fridays, Saturdays and Sunday. Thursdays Gates Open at 4 p.m. for Twilight Thursdays
**Chef's Table is only applicable for guests who purchased all-inclusive dining tickets
Come out to the track to watch exciting live thoroughbred racing.
September Meet Racing at Churchill Downs
Gates Open 11:30 a.m.* | First Post 12:45 p.m. | Chef's Table 11:30 a.m.**
*First post and Gates Open remain the same for Wednesdays, Fridays, Saturdays and Sunday. Thursdays Gates Open at 4 p.m. for Twilight Thursdays
**Chef's Table is only applicable for guests who purchased all-inclusive dining tickets
Come out to the track to watch exciting live thoroughbred racing.
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