This luxurious open space pays homage to the rich traditions of Churchill Downs and the Kentucky Derby. The Stakes Room is located right next to the iconic Twin Spires and offers a phenomenal view of the entire track. The exclusive grand setting can accommodate groups of up to 550 people, but can also be segmented into three smaller, private rooms—the Tavern, Veranda and Parlor. Capacities are as follows:
Full Stakes Room
564 guests plus balcony with track view
Tavern
232 guests
Veranda
186 guests
Parlor
146 guests
Stakes Balcony
132 guests
For
more information on non-race day special events. please contact our Special Events Sales Department at 502-638-3875.
*This room is not guaranteed to be open or have seating availability, as it is opened based upon demand or type of event for each individual race day.
Classic location in the Clubhouse with beautiful dining space and four-tier balcony overlooking the legendary Finish Line. This space can be joined with the Adjacent Stakes Room or Sky Terrace for large groups.
Millionaire Row 4: Banquet 840 guests
For more information on non-race day special events, please contact our Group Sales Department at 502-638-3875.
*This room is not guaranteed to be open or have seating availability, as it is opened based upon demand or type of event for each individual race day.
This beautifully appointed interior dining
room has outstanding track views, including those of the final stretch and finish
line, plus an expansive, covered balcony overlooking the Paddock. Enjoy gracious
décor showcasing the excellence displayed by Triple Crown winners and other
unforgettable performances by horses and horsemen.
Location
The Turf Club is an exclusive, members-only lounge and dining room located in the Clubhouse section of Churchill Downs
Turf Club is not available for race day tickets purchases. Roses Lounge which is located adjacent to the Turf Club does have tickets available for purchase on select race days.
The Triple Crown Ballroom with high ceilings and floor to ceiling windows are ideal for race day gathering. Located on the fifth floor of the Jockey Club Suite Clubhouse the Triple Crown Room looks over the downtown Louisville skyline.
Triple Crown Ballroom: 390 guests
Triple Crown Room is temporarily unavailable due to ongoing renovations taking place at Churchill Downs.
Interior private rooms for dining or business meetings, the Oaks Room and the Derby Room can each accommodate up to 80 guests. Located on the fourth level of the Jockey Club Suite clubhouse each room provides a spacious view of the downtown Louisville skyline. In addition, each room offers easy access to nearby balconies to view the racetrack.
Oaks Room Maximum Capacity: 80 guests
Derby Room Maximum Capacity: 80 guests
Oaks & Derby Rooms are temporarily unavailable due to ongoing renovations taking place at Churchill Downs.
Positioned on the fourth turn of the racetrack and the beginning of the homestretch, the Starting Gate Suites are adjacent to the Starting Gate of the Kentucky Oaks and Kentucky Derby races
Suites are situated on the fourth, fifth, and sixth levels of the Starting Gate Suite Clubhouse
Suite Capacities
Starting Gate Dining Room Banquets: 192 Guests
Dining tables in the Starting Gate Suite Clubhouse accommodate eight (8) guests per table
Suite Features
Interior, temperature controlled kitchen/bar area with lounge seating
Attached, private balcony with covered seating and panoramic views of the entire racetrack
Self-service wagering machine, dedicated suite catering attendant, and concierge services provided
Restrooms and live mutuel tellers exclusive to Starting Gate Suite guests
For more information on non-race day special events, please contact our Special Events Sales Department at 502-638-3875.
*This room is not guaranteed to be open or have seating availability, as it is opened based upon demand or type of event for each individual race day.
Rooftop Garden
Location: Starting Gate Tower Grandstand
Rooftop Garden Features
The Rooftop Garden is
commonly subject to inclement weather in the Louisville area and any event on
the rooftop may be subject to delays, cancellations, or relocations due to such
weather and is determined in Churchill Downs Racetracks sole discretion as
necessary for both the successful execution of events and the overall safety of
our clients, their guests and our employees
Covered open air space with Downtown Cityscape & Track Views
Day at the Races Dining: 392 guests
For more information on non-race day special events, please contact our Special Events Sales Department at 502-638-3875.
*This room is not guaranteed to be open or have seating availability, as it is opened based upon demand or type of event for each individual race day.
Group Enhancements
Name a Race!
Name a Race - Name a race in your group’s honor at Churchill Downs! You and your guests will be escorted to view the race from the Winner's Circle and receive the following:
Group's personalized race name listed in the program
Up to 8 guests escorted to the Winner's Circle to view the race
Announcement of the race name by the track by the Public Address announcer
Announcement of the presenting group's name over the public address system
NEW: Feature on the big board including the race name, group name and live video feed coverage of group in the Winner's Circle
NEW: One (1) Churchill Downs Racetrack trophy engraved with date, race name and group name to take home
PLUS Opportunity to purchase duplicate(s) of trophy through Churchill Downs Sale Representative
One (1) 8" x 10" color photo taken in Winner’s Circle of the group as a keepsake memento – with the option to purchase additional (including digital copies) through Coady Photography
Mutuel Vouchers
Treat your guests to a wager on the house! Pre-Purchased wagering vouchers can be printed for your guests use in $5, $10, or $50 increments. Send them to the races with a bet already in hand today!
Downs Dollars
Gift Certificate Vouchers can be printed for your guests in increments of $5 and $8 for your guests to use at the Churchill Downs Gift Shop, Permanent Concession Stands, and for Programs. *Excludes Kentucky Derby & Oaks Days, and PariMutuel Wagering.
Mock Racing
Bring your group to Churchill Downs and experience the energy and excitement of (past) live racing. All the real aspects of a day at the races are setup and on display, but it’s all just for fun, no real dollars are required. Actual previous live races from right here at Churchill Downs Racetrack will be broadcast on TV screens throughout your event space with an announcer and live Mutuel tellers available for your group to place wagers on their favorite horses! Other enhancements (subject to availability): Racing Programs, In-Person Bugler playing “Call to the Post”, Audio and Video Capabilities, and Prizes. A mock racing program typically lasts one hour.
Available as add-on for non-race day special event rentals only.
To learn more about group enhancements, please contact a group sales representative at
502.636.4450, or via email at [email protected].
*All group enhancements and the elements of each group enhancement (ex. In-Person Bugler) are subject to change, based on availability, and certain minimums do apply.
Event Extras
Enhance your event with numerous event extras including audio-visual on-site, mock racing entertainment and programs, video presentation on the world's largest 4K outdoor video board, and many other racing options.
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