Closing Weekend

Come watch exciting Stakes races, including up-and-coming Kentucky Derby hopefuls.
Churchill Downs

Come out to the track to watch exciting live thoroughbred racing, including stakes races for Kentucky Derby hopefuls.

Friday Stakes Races

  • Clark, Presented by Norton Healthcare | Grade II
  • Mrs. Revere | Grade II

Clark Day Chef Tables: 12 p.m. -- 3 p.m.

Saturday Stakes Races

  • Kentucky Jockey Club | Grade II
  • Golden Rod | Grade II
  • Ed Brown
  • Fern Creek

Sunday Stakes Races

  • Commonweatlh Turf | Grade III

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

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RACE DAY INFORMATION

Admission includes 1 racing program**.

Gates Open 12:00PM
Race 1 1:00pm
Race 2 1:30pm
Race 3 2:00pm
Race 4 2:30pm
Race 5 3:01pm
Race 6 3:31pm
Race 7 4:01pm
Race 8 4:33pm
Race 9 5:05pm
Race 10 5:35pm
Race 11 6:05pm

* Pricing based on what dining rooms are initially available for regular race days.
** Complimentary racing program available at entry gates while supplies last.

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