Churchill Downs

While everyone else is losing their minds over Black Friday deals, you can get away from them all and get yourself to Churchill Downs. Bet on the horse races and have a good time cheering for your favorites, rather than facing all that stuff out ...

This October, Churchill Downs will stop being a playground for adults and become a center of Halloween delight for kids. There will be a full day of racing because hey, it’s Churchill Downs. But there will also be a ton of fun stuff for kids ...

There are times when Churchill Downs can get sort of lively. It is a place with a lot of alcohol and gambling, after all, and so this is often more of a place for adults. This October, Churchill Downs becomes a place for all ages to enjoy during a ...

During the Derby, horse racing is quite a fancy event. People dress up and wear pretty clothes and drink cocktails and act quite fine indeed. But during Twilight Thursday, it’s okay to be casual. When the horses race at twilight you drink ...

The mint julep is world-famous as the drink of the Kentucky Derby. But how did this cocktail become linked to the world’s most famous horse race? Learn more about the history of the mint julep and the drink’s unique impact on Louisville ...

Derby is a world-famous event that attracts royals, movie stars and celebrities. Oaks Day is known for the day to show off fashion and many movers and shakers attend the races to bet big. Then there’s Thurby, the Thursday before Oaks and ...

The Kentucky Derby Museum is launching a new exhibit dedicated to Secretariat, one of the most famous horses in racing history. The entire dinner will be bourbon themed. Secretariat Dinner It’s been 50 years since Secretariat rose to fame and ...

The mint julep is the official drink of the Kentucky Derby and in a way, it’s the unofficial cocktail of the state. It’s made with bourbon, the beverage that’s made in Kentucky. And this September, you can learn how to make a mint ...

Enjoy a special event at Churchill Downs this August and go watch the horses run during Arlington Million Day. The day will be filled with turf races and it will be marked by the thrill of pounding hooves. Whether you bet on the races or just watch, ...

This March, celebrate a tradition of good eating and good drinking with tastes from Louisiana and from Louisville. At this dinner event, you will taste your way from Bourbon Country to Bourbon Street at the Kentucky Derby Museum. Bourbon for ...

Kentucky is known around the world for fried chicken and for bourbon. But Louisville is famously known as the home to the most exciting two minutes in sports. Kings and Queens come to the city, along with A list celebrities and a bunch of regular ...

This December, there’s just one place where you can celebrate Louisville history, shop and enjoy the festivities of the holiday season, the Kentucky Derby Museum Store. Do your shopping next to the historic Churchill Downs. Open House This ...

You could sit down to a big dinner at a home or restaurant this November. But haven't you done that plenty of times before? This November, do something a little different. Spend Thanksgiving at the track and spend some time watching the horses race ...

Churchill Downs is the most famous horse racing track in the world thanks to the Kentucky Derby. But Churchill Downs isn’t only open in May. In fact, there’s a whole racing season, and this one isn’t over yet! Head to the Downs to ...

Churchill Downs isn't just open in May. The historic track is open for an entire racing season and it's open this July for the Summer Superfecta. Tour this historic place, taste some of the food that has helped make the Derby famous and have a great ...

Have drinks and dinner at Barrels for a Cause at the Kentucky Derby Museum this June. You'll get a tour of Churchill Downs, the world's most famous racetrack. There's also a silent auction. This is a swanky, classy evening out and the best part? ...

Mother's Day at Churchill Downs is a celebration of women and all mom-type people. The horses will be running so you know the action will be thrilling. And of course, the betting windows will be open! This is an event that any mother could love....

This year, Churchill Downs won't be packed with spectators wearing their best hats for Oaks Day and Derby Day. Many people won't be able to attend Churchill Downs in person this year. However, you can still get a look at the beautiful thoroughbreds ...

Derby season is going to happen. Yes, it may be different but it’s going to happen. So this April, start getting ready for it and go to the Big Brims Sample Hat Sale. There will be hundreds of hats here, some priced as low as $19. Whether or ...