Champions Day: Celebrating Kentucky's Champions

CHAMPIONS DAYS: Celebrating Kentucky's Champions: featuring The Kentucky Sports Commission & The Kentucky Sports Hall of Fame

Wednesday, May 1st, 2024
Champions Day shines a spotlight on the rich history of the Kentucky Derby and the thrilling world of thoroughbred racing. This year, we're setting the stage for an even more expansive celebration, paying tribute to the extraordinary Kentucky champions who have excelled across a diverse spectrum of sports.

EVENT DAY DETAILS

Gates Open 11:30 a.m. | First Race 12:45 p.m.
Chef's Table 11:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. for dining rooms. See All-Inclusive dining options below.

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EVENT DAY HIGHLIGHTS

• Kentucky Sports Hall of Fame:
  • 2024 Hall of Fame Inductees Announcement
    • We are thrilled to unveil the distinguished individuals set to join the ranks of Kentucky's sporting legends as they are officially inducted into the prestigious Kentucky Hall of Fame. This momentous occasion is a celebration of their outstanding contributions to the world of sports, and the inductees have been carefully selected by a distinguished panel of 16 sports media professionals from across the Commonwealth.
• Exclusive Photo Opportunity with the PGA Championship Trophy:
  • A special opportunity for you to get up close and personal with the prestigious PGA Championship Trophy! This is your chance to capture a moment with a piece of golfing history.
  • Time: 1:00p.m.-3:00 p.m. ET
• Big Board Highlights:
  • Champions Day Big Board Highlights:
    • Exclusive Interviews: Hear firsthand from the legends themselves, discover the stories behind their remarkable journeys and the moments that defined their careers.
    • Video Segments: Relive iconic moments, unforgettable plays, and the triumphs that have etched these Champions into the annals of the state's athletic legacy.
    • Special Video recognition moments for legendary Kentucky sports champions
    • Trivia: Test your knowledge of Kentucky sports
• Stakes Races:
  • William Walker
  • Isaac Murphy Marathon Overnight Stakes
• About our Partners:
  • The Kentucky Sports Hall of Fame (KSHOF) is owned and operated by the Louisville Sports Commission, a Kentucky-based non-profit whose mission is to attract, create, host and operate sporting events and activities that enhance the quality of life of the Commonwealth. The KSHOF was founded in 1963 to recognize athletes and sports figures who are Kentucky natives as well as individuals who participated in their respective sport or made a significant impact in their sport-related field in Kentucky.

ALL-INCLUSIVE SEATING OPTIONS

For Derby Week 2024, many of our Premium Dining Rooms will include food, non-alcoholic beverages, and alcoholic beverages. See the list below for the rooms intended to have All-Inclusive this year by day.

Champions Day (Wednesday) Suites or Select Dining Rooms Include 4 Hours of Food and then Alcoholic & Non-Alcoholic Beverages from Gates Open to Last Call.

*Only available if suites or dining rooms are open and available for the day. Service begins when gates open for the amount of time listed.

All-Inclusive Suites (Chef's Table & Bar Package):

Select All-Inclusive Dining (Chef's Table & Bar Package):

PARKING INFORMATION

For Derby Week events, excluding Dawn at the Downs, Kentucky Derby, and Kentucky Oaks, parking is available for purchase through Ticketmaster. Please note that onsite parking at Churchill Downs is extremely limited. As an alternative, parking at the Kentucky Exposition Center is included with your ticket for each individual Derby Week day. It is essential to pre-purchase any onsite parking before April 15th. Upon purchase, your parking pass will be mailed to the address on file via UPS prior to the event. Please be aware that no additional onsite parking will be sold after this date, as complimentary parking and shuttle services are provided at the Kentucky Exposition Center.

Entry to your specific lot is unique and directions to your lot should be followed closely. These maps and directions can be found here:

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