Thanksgiving

Enjoy Thanksgiving buffet and live thoroughbred racing!

THANKSGIVING

Thursday, November 26

Gates Open: TBD | First Race: TBD

Celebrate Thanksgiving in unforgettable style at Churchill Downs! Kick off the holiday with a day full of thrilling races, delicious food, and quality time with loved ones at one of our most iconic events of the year.

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Dining | Reserved Seating | General Admission | Suite Options & Dining Packages:

Thanksgiving Chef Tables (Coming Soon): Dining Menu | Matt Winn's Dining Room Menu

Admission includes 1 racing program.

* Pricing based on what dining rooms are initially available for regular race days.

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 26 | Gates Open: 10:00 a.m.

Race schedule coming soon!

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