• Cars + Coffee

    Waterfront Park Big Four Bridge Lawn 1101 River Road, Louisville, KY, United States

    Returning for a fourth year to the Kentucky Derby Festival schedule, the Cars & Coffee Car Show is set for Saturday, April 25th at Kroger's Fest-a-Ville. Fans can enjoy exotic […]

  • Sunday Funday at Churchill Downs

    Churchill Downs

    Sunday racing returns to Kentucky Derby Week for the first time since 2010, which gives the community an extra day to celebrate the seasonal fun with brunch options around the […]

  • Zoeller Pump Company Pegasus Parade

    Kentucky Derby Festival West on Broadway from Cambell to 9th street, Louisville, KY, United States

    The 2026 Zoeller Pump Company Pegasus Parade returns to Broadway in Downtown Louisville on Sunday, April 26. This family-friendly annual event showcases some of the nation's finest marching bands and […]

  • Great Bed Races Presented by Snap-on

    Kentucky Exposition Center 937 Phillips Lane, Louisville, Kentucky

    Grab four of your co-workers, build a bed on wheels, decorate it, dress in a ridiculous costume—and then race to the finish. That pretty much sums up the Kentucky Derby […]

  • Biscuits and Bourbon

    Kentucky Derby Museum 704 Central Ave, Louisville, KY, United States

    Biscuits & Bourbon will take place Tuesday and Wednesday of Derby week, giving guests two opportunities to enjoy what has become one of the best Derby week values. The event […]

  • 502’s Day

    Churchill Downs

    502'sDay returns for its fourth year, shining the spotlight on what truly makes this city special – the community. General Admission is $5. Guests are encouraged to “Shop Local” and […]

  • Winsday

    Churchill Downs

    Join us for a day of unity and giving at Churchill Downs on Wednesday of Derby Week! We are thrilled to spotlight the remarkable efforts of local nonprofit organizations through […]

  • Great Steamboat Race by Shepherd Insurance

    Belle of Louisville Riverboats 401 W River Road, Louisville, KY, United States

    As one of the original and longest standing traditions of the Kentucky Derby Festival, the Great Steamboat Race has been taking place on the Ohio River since 1963. Ask any […]

  • Thurby

    Churchill Downs

    Presented by Old Forester and in partnership with Frazier History Museum, the venue transforms into an interactive showcase celebrating Kentucky's rich heritage. This event is a must-attend for history buffs, […]

  • Festival Day at the Downs

    Churchill Downs

    Enjoy a day at the races with the Kentucky Derby Festival at the Kentuckiana Honda Dealers Day at the Downs. Doors open at 11:30 AM and Post Time for the […]

  • 152nd Kentucky Oaks

    Churchill Downs

    The Longines Kentucky Oaks is America's premier and most lucrative race for 3-year-old fillies – female horses- held each year on the day before the Kentucky Derby. This feature race […]

  • 152nd Kentucky Derby

    Churchill Downs

    The 152nd Kentucky Derby presented by Woodford Reserve is the world's Most Exciting Two Minutes in Sports®. You'll have the opportunity to witness the world's most promising 3-year-old thoroughbreds as […]