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Five young women were selected to serve as princesses for this year's Kentucky Derby Festival. Four of them are from Louisville, and the fifth is from Bardstown. Read more2026 Royal Court begins reign as ambassadors for the Kentucky Derby Festival
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The free 15-week program was designed for runners and walkers of all experience levels. Read moreTraining program starts Saturday for Kentucky Derby Festival marathons
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Again this year, the Kentucky Lottery and the Derby Festival are teaming up to give one lucky winner a one-of-a-kind Derby Festival-themed experience. Read moreKentucky Lottery tickets could make you the 2026 Thunder Over Louisville Thundernator
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Kentucky Derby Festival offers free training for runners and walkers ahead of the marathon and Humana Mini, starting Jan. 8. Read moreFree training for Kentucky Derby Festival Marathon begins Jan. 8
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The Foundation is raffling off three prize packages to some of the Derby season's most anticipated events. Read moreGolden Ticket Raffle returns with chances to win Kentucky Derby, Oaks experiences
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Churchill Downs unveiled the official Mint Julep glasses and artwork for the 152nd Kentucky Derby and Oaks, all designed by a Kentucky artist. Read moreChurchill Downs releases official glasses, artwork for 152nd Kentucky Derby and Oaks
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It starts Saturday, Sept. 13, with the 44th running of the $300,000 Grade III Iroquois for 2-year-old Thoroughbreds. Read moreRoad to the Kentucky Derby series begins this weekend as part of 14-day September Meet
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Young women from Kentucky and southern Indiana who are full-time college students are encouraged to apply. Read moreKentucky Derby Festival now accepting applications for Royal Court 2026
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Kentucky Derby Festivities wrapped up over a month ago but there was one more that had a chance to make families smile. Read morePostponed Kentucky Derby Festival event brings family fun to southwest Louisville
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Junior Alvarado was ordered the suspension and fine for striking Sovereignty too many times with a riding crop during their winning run at Churchill Downs May 3. Read moreJockey suspended, fined for striking Sovereignty too many times in Kentucky Derby 151 win
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Cleanup efforts started Sunday morning to get rid of trash and other items left behind by thousands of fans and spectators. Read moreVolunteers help clean up muddy infield at Churchill Downs after Kentucky Oaks, Derby
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Heading into the race, Journalism was the favorite with closing odds of 7-2, followed by Sandman at 5-1 and Luxor Cafe at 8-1. Read moreSovereignty wins 151st running of the Kentucky Derby
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Kentucky Derby 151 brought dozens of celebrities from music, movies and sports to Louisville. Read moreStar power lights up Kentucky Derby 151 red carpet at Churchill Downs
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You never know who Keith Kaiser will bump into at the Kentucky Derby. Read moreColorful characters inhabit Churchill Downs infield for the 151st Kentucky Derby
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Tens of thousands of people streamed into the track to flaunt their fashions and pick their horses. Read moreSun rises at Churchill Downs as Louisville welcomes the world for Kentucky Derby 151
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The long-running party has been named one of the top parties in the country by Conde Nast. Read moreCelebrities hit the red carpet for a cause at the annual Barnstable Brown Derby Eve Gala
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Before the fillies hit the track for the 151st Kentucky Oaks, 150 breast and ovarian cancer survivors and fighters took part in the annual Survivors Parade. Read more'It's just a blessing' | 150 women walk in 17th annual Survivors Parade before Kentucky Oaks
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The annual Derby Eve event benefits 15 local charities. Read moreCelebrities shine at 12th annual Unbridled Eve Gala in downtown Louisville
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The spring meet at Churchill Downs opens with a week of events and racing leading up to the Kentucky Derby. Read moreKentucky Derby 151 guide to everything you need to know for Oaks and Derby Days
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At a place steeped in history, finding the moments that mean the most can be tough, but a Kentucky Derby Museum Curator is up for the challenge. Read moreCurator picks Top 5 unforgettable moments that shaped Kentucky Derby history
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Crowds gathered Thursday to witness the historic occasion. Read moreFlorists at Middletown Kroger prepare iconic Garland of Lilies for Kentucky Oaks champion
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Before the horses hit the track for the 151st Kentucky Derby, celebrities and locals will be hitting the dance floors at some of the nation’s most talked about pre-rac… Read moreStar-studded galas, parties to kick off Derby weekend across Louisville
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With thousands of visitors in town for Kentucky Derby week, Louisville police are taking to the skies to help keep the city safe. Read moreLouisville police take to the skies to help keep city safe during Derby week
