Teacher Appreciation Day

Teacher Appreciation Day

Thursday, June 18

Gates Open 4 p.m. |  First Race 5 p.m. | Chef's Table 4 p.m.-7 p.m.

Come out to the track to watch exciting live thoroughbred racing. On Teacher Appreciation Day, Churchill Downs invites local educators to enjoy Millionaires' Row for only $50 and can be purchased by calling 502-636-4450.*

Ticket Options Available Now:

Dining | Reserved Seating | General Admission | Suite Options

For groups of 12+, please contact group sales at 502-636-4450 or fill out our Group Request Form

HOW TO BUY DISCOUNTED TICKETS

1. Click the 'Buy Tickets' button.

2. Verify your account through GOVX. If you are not a member, click 'Register here.' GOVX verifies those that belong to the following groups: U.S. Military, U.S. Military Family, Law Enforcement, Fire, Medical Services, Education, and Government Employee.

3. Choose your raceday.

4. On the map, click on the available section you wish to sit, then choose specific seats.

5. Log into your Ticketmaster.com account, and complete your order.

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    RACE DAY INFORMATION

    Admission includes 1 racing program**.

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

    ** Complimentary racing program available at entry gates while supplies last.


    Event Information:

    Thursday | June 4 & 18| Gates Open 4 p.m.

    Race Post Time Wagering
    1 5:00 PM WPS EX TRI SUPER SH5 DD P3 P5
    2 5:29 PM WPS EX TRI SUPER SH5 DD P3 P4
    3 5:58 PM WPS EX TRI SUPER SH5 DD P3 DC6
    4 6:27 PM WPS EX TRI SUPER SH5 DD P3 P5
    5 6:56 PM WPS EX TRI SUPER SH5 DD P3 P4
    6 7:25 PM WPS EX TRI SUPER SH5 DD P3*
    7 7:54 PM WPS EX TRI SUPER SH5 DD
    8 8:23 PM WPS EX TRI SUPER SH5

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    Travel & Parking

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    • Ticketmaster

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      GOVX TICKETS

      Verify your account through GOVX. If you are not a member, click 'Register here.' GOVX verifies those that belong to the following groups: U.S. Military, U.S. Military Family, Law Enforcement, Fire, Medical Services, Education, and Government Employee.

      Group Sales Form

      Planning a group outing to the track? Click on the button below to get connected to one of our team members.

      Group Sales Phone Number

      Connect with us over the phone to get in touch with on of our Group Sales Representatives

    • Suites Packages | June 18

      Enjoy race day from a private suite at Churchill Downs, available during the Spring Meet.

       

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