First Responders Day

First Responders Day

Thursday, September 11

Gates Open 4 p.m. |  First Race 5 p.m.

Churchill Downs is proud to celebrate the courage, commitment, and selfless service of our community’s first responders.

We welcome all first responders and their families to a day at the races with our heartfelt gratitude. From firefighters and police officers to EMTs, paramedics, and emergency dispatchers, this day is dedicated to those who stand on the front lines to protect and serve our communities every day.

First Responders Receive Complimentary/Discounted Tickets:

  • As a token of our appreciation, we are offering free admission to all first responders who present their ID.
  • First Responders can purchase discounted ($40) Millionaires Row or Skye Terrace tickets.
  • To take advantage of this exclusive offer, please purchase your tickets by calling our Group Sales at 502-636-4839.

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Dining | Reserved Seating | General Admission | Suites Options

*All dining rooms are subject to availability and are opened based on demand.

Event Highlights:

  • $2 select domestic beer (5:00pm– 8:00pm/The Paddock Bar)
  • Live music on the Paddock Plaza Stage
  • Food Trucks: TBD

Celebrate our First Responders! Learn about the incredible work they do every day, snap a photo, and experience the excitement up close.

  • Check out emergency vehicles from:
    • Louisville Metro Emergency Services

Event Information:

Gates & Post Times:

First Responders Day | September 11 | Gates Open 4 p.m.

Race Post Time Wagering
1 5:00PM WPS EX TRI SUPER SH5 DD P3 P5
2 5:29PM WPS EX TRI SUPER SH5 DD P3 P4
3 6:00PM WPS EX TRI SUPER SH5 DD P3 DC6
4 6:30PM WPS EX TRI SUPER SH5 DD P3 P5
5 6:59PM WPS EX TRI SUPER SH5 DD P3 P4
6 7:28PM WPS EX TRI SUPER SH5 DD P3
7 7:57PM WPS EX TRI SUPER SH5 DD
8 8:26PM WPS EX TRI SUPER SH5

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