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Tiësto to headline Louisville’s high-profile Revel at the Races Derby Eve party

Updated 22 hrs ago

Top 4 finalists named in Louisville's 2026 Derby Burger Challenge

Top 4 finalists named in Louisville's 2026 Derby Burger Challenge

Updated Mar 7, 2026

Churchill Downs hosts job fair March 14 for Kentucky Derby, Spring Meet positions

Churchill Downs hosts job fair March 14 for Kentucky Derby, Spring Meet positions

Updated Mar 6, 2026

You have a chance to get in on all the action at Churchill Downs. Read moreChurchill Downs hosts job fair March 14 for Kentucky Derby, Spring Meet positions

Woodford Reserve unveils special-edition bottle for Kentucky Derby 152

Woodford Reserve unveils special-edition bottle for Kentucky Derby 152

Updated Mar 4, 2026

The bottle features the artist's signature "blue and white porcelain-inspired style" and the Derby's iconic red roses. Read moreWoodford Reserve unveils special-edition bottle for Kentucky Derby 152

Kentucky Derby 152 menu features Louisville-inspired classics

Kentucky Derby 152 menu features Louisville-inspired classics

Updated Mar 3, 2026

The official menu for the 152nd Kentucky Derby features Louisville-inspired classics and variations. Read moreKentucky Derby 152 menu features Louisville-inspired classics

Derby Updates

Kentucky Derby Notebook: Chad Brown-trained Paladin the favorite in latest future wager

Kentucky Derby Notebook: Chad Brown-trained Paladin the favorite in latest future wager

Watch all the replay videos of Kentucky Derby 152 prep races on the road to the roses

Watch all the replay videos of Kentucky Derby 152 prep races on the road to the roses

CRAWFORD | Remembering John Shirreffs, trainer of Giacomo and Zenyatta, who died at 80

CRAWFORD | Remembering John Shirreffs, trainer of Giacomo and Zenyatta, who died at 80

Early Kentucky Derby favorite Ted Noffey sidelined with bone bruising, off the Derby trail

Early Kentucky Derby favorite Ted Noffey sidelined with bone bruising, off the Derby trail

Thunder Over Louisville announces patriotic theme for 2026 event

Thunder Over Louisville announces patriotic theme for 2026 event

Updated Feb 23, 2026

Submissions open for 2026 Kentucky Oaks Survivors Parade at Churchill Downs

Submissions open for 2026 Kentucky Oaks Survivors Parade at Churchill Downs

Updated Feb 11, 2026

Kentucky Derby Festival seeks volunteers for 2026 events

Kentucky Derby Festival seeks volunteers for 2026 events

Updated Feb 10, 2026

Volunteers will get behind-the-scenes access to some of the festival's biggest events. Read moreKentucky Derby Festival seeks volunteers for 2026 events

Kentucky Derby Festival unveils official poster for 2026 events

Kentucky Derby Festival unveils official poster for 2026 events

Updated Feb 6, 2026

The poster, by artist Shae Goodlett, shows off the Louisville skyline and the Belle of Louisville. Read moreKentucky Derby Festival unveils official poster for 2026 events

Churchill Downs adds Sunday racing, reveals new Kentucky Derby Week schedule

Churchill Downs adds Sunday racing, reveals new Kentucky Derby Week schedule

Updated Feb 4, 2026

More change is coming to Kentucky Derby Week. Read moreChurchill Downs adds Sunday racing, reveals new Kentucky Derby Week schedule

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Matthew Wine's Friday afternoon forecast

Matthew Wine's Friday afternoon forecast

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IMAGES | Kentucky Derby brings a week full of fashion and festivities to Churchill Downs

IMAGES | Kentucky Derby brings a week full of fashion and festivities to Churchill Downs

IMAGES | Celebrities grace the red carpet at Churchill Downs for Kentucky Derby 151

IMAGES | Celebrities grace the red carpet at Churchill Downs for Kentucky Derby 151

IMAGES | Scenes from Churchill Downs on Kentucky Derby 151

IMAGES | Scenes from Churchill Downs on Kentucky Derby 151

Underdog Coal Battle is first Derby starter for track veteran trainer

Underdog Coal Battle is first Derby starter for track veteran trainer

Tickets on sale for Thunder Over Louisville VIP Rooftop Party

Tickets on sale for Thunder Over Louisville VIP Rooftop Party

Updated Feb 2, 2026

Tickets are on sale for a one-of-a-kind Thunder Over Louisville viewing experience. Read moreTickets on sale for Thunder Over Louisville VIP Rooftop Party

Churchill Downs teams with Hallmark for new Derby-themed movie filmed at racetrack

Churchill Downs teams with Hallmark for new Derby-themed movie filmed at racetrack

Updated Jan 28, 2026

"Kentucky Roses" is a romance movie that unfolds across two timelines, 1932 and present day at Churchill Downs. Read moreChurchill Downs teams with Hallmark for new Derby-themed movie filmed at racetrack

Kentucky Derby Festival looking for the 2026 'Derby Burger’ champion

Kentucky Derby Festival looking for the 2026 'Derby Burger’ champion

Updated Feb 2, 2026

This year marks the 14th year for the annual KDF event, sponsored by Kroger, The Beef Council and Dan O's Seasoning, as they once again look for the best "Derby Burger… Read moreKentucky Derby Festival looking for the 2026 'Derby Burger’ champion

Volunteers prepare Kentucky Derby hats for Kosair for Kids' Hats On for Healing auction in March

Volunteers prepare Kentucky Derby hats for Kosair for Kids' Hats On for Healing auction in March

Updated Jan 22, 2026

Volunteers gathered to kick off the 100-day countdown to Derby. Read moreVolunteers prepare Kentucky Derby hats for Kosair for Kids' Hats On for Healing auction in March

Pegasus Parade unveils 2026 theme celebrating movement, milestones

Pegasus Parade unveils 2026 theme celebrating movement, milestones

Updated Jan 15, 2026

Applications are now open to participate in the parade and must be returned by Friday, Feb. 13. Read morePegasus Parade unveils 2026 theme celebrating movement, milestones

2026 Royal Court begins reign as ambassadors for the Kentucky Derby Festival

2026 Royal Court begins reign as ambassadors for the Kentucky Derby Festival

Updated Jan 12, 2026

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

Training program starts Saturday for Kentucky Derby Festival marathons

Training program starts Saturday for Kentucky Derby Festival marathons

Updated Jan 9, 2026

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

Kentucky Lottery tickets could make you the 2026 Thunder Over Louisville Thundernator

Kentucky Lottery tickets could make you the 2026 Thunder Over Louisville Thundernator

Updated Jan 8, 2026

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

Free training for Kentucky Derby Festival Marathon begins Jan. 8

Free training for Kentucky Derby Festival Marathon begins Jan. 8

Updated Jan 5, 2026

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

Golden Ticket Raffle returns with chances to win Kentucky Derby, Oaks experiences

Golden Ticket Raffle returns with chances to win Kentucky Derby, Oaks experiences

Updated Dec 21, 2025

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

Churchill Downs releases official glasses, artwork for 152nd Kentucky Derby and Oaks

Churchill Downs releases official glasses, artwork for 152nd Kentucky Derby and Oaks

Updated Nov 19, 2025

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

Road to the Kentucky Derby series begins this weekend as part of 14-day September Meet

Road to the Kentucky Derby series begins this weekend as part of 14-day September Meet

Updated Sep 9, 2025

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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Kentucky Derby Festival now accepting applications for Royal Court 2026

Kentucky Derby Festival now accepting applications for Royal Court 2026

Updated Aug 1, 2025

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

Postponed Kentucky Derby Festival event brings family fun to southwest Louisville

Postponed Kentucky Derby Festival event brings family fun to southwest Louisville

Updated Jun 7, 2025

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

Jockey suspended, fined for striking Sovereignty too many times in Kentucky Derby 151 win

Jockey suspended, fined for striking Sovereignty too many times in Kentucky Derby 151 win

Updated May 10, 2025

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

Volunteers help clean up muddy infield at Churchill Downs after Kentucky Oaks, Derby

Volunteers help clean up muddy infield at Churchill Downs after Kentucky Oaks, Derby

Updated May 5, 2025

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

Sovereignty wins 151st running of the Kentucky Derby

Sovereignty wins 151st running of the Kentucky Derby

Updated May 5, 2025

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

One More Look: Kentucky Derby 151 field, photos, records on wet tracks, latest odds

One More Look: Kentucky Derby 151 field, photos, records on wet tracks, latest odds

Updated May 3, 2025

Who do you like? Read moreOne More Look: Kentucky Derby 151 field, photos, records on wet tracks, latest odds

Star power lights up Kentucky Derby 151 red carpet at Churchill Downs

Star power lights up Kentucky Derby 151 red carpet at Churchill Downs

Updated May 5, 2025

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

Colorful characters inhabit Churchill Downs infield for the 151st Kentucky Derby

Colorful characters inhabit Churchill Downs infield for the 151st Kentucky Derby

Updated May 10, 2025

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

Sun rises at Churchill Downs as Louisville welcomes the world for Kentucky Derby 151

Sun rises at Churchill Downs as Louisville welcomes the world for Kentucky Derby 151

Updated May 3, 2025

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

Celebrities hit the red carpet for a cause at the annual Barnstable Brown Derby Eve Gala

Celebrities hit the red carpet for a cause at the annual Barnstable Brown Derby Eve Gala

Updated May 5, 2025

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

'It's just a blessing' | 150 women walk in 17th annual Survivors Parade before Kentucky Oaks

'It's just a blessing' | 150 women walk in 17th annual Survivors Parade before Kentucky Oaks

Updated May 5, 2025

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

Celebrities shine at 12th annual Unbridled Eve Gala in downtown Louisville

Celebrities shine at 12th annual Unbridled Eve Gala in downtown Louisville

Updated May 2, 2025

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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