LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) -- Submissions are open to participate in the 2025 Kentucky Oaks Survivors Parade.
The parade is held annually at Churchill Downs during the Kentucky Oaks Day, which will be May 2 this year.Â
According to a news release Monday, the parade will honor 150 Breast and Ovarian cancer survivors. The recipient and a guest will be able to attend the 151st Kentucky Oaks.Â
People who have overcome or are battling a breast cancer or ovarian cancer diagnosis who have never participated in the Oaks Survivors Parade are encouraged to submit their story by Feb. 28. To submit a story, click here.Â
The 17th Survivors Parade will feature and support Derby Divas through the Norton Cancer Institute Breast Health Program and Horses and Hope through Kentucky Cancer Program.
Participants are selected randomly rather than by a public vote to optimize equal opportunity and consideration, according to Churchill Downs. Winners will be announced March 7.
To learn more about the Kentucky Oaks Survivors Parade, click here.Â
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