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502'sDay: Celebrating 150 Years of Louisville Businesses

502’sDay celebrates what makes Kentucky Derby Week special – the community!

502’SDAY: Celebrating 150 Years of Louisville Businesses

Tuesday, April 30
502'sDay returns for its second year, keeping the spotlight on what truly makes this city special – the community.

As we commemorate the 150th Kentucky Derby, our special focus this year is on recognizing the enduring contributions of Louisville businesses that have been at the heart of our community for over a century and a half.

Grab your $5 General Admission ticket and join us in celebrating these essential pillars of our community.

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. 

Race Post Time Wagering
1 12:45 PM WPS EX TRI SUPER SH5 DD P3 P5
2 1:14 PM WPS EX TRI SUPER SH5 DD P3 P4
3 1:43 PM WPS EX TRI SUPER SH5 DD P3 P5
4 2:13 PM WPS EX TRI SUPER SH5 DD P3 DC6
5 2:45 PM WPS EX TRI SUPER SH5 DD P3 P5
6 3:18 PM WPS EX TRI SUPER SH5 DD P3 P4
7 3:50 PM WPS EX TRI SUPER SH5 DD P3
8 4:22 PM WPS EX TRI SUPER SH5 DD
9 4:55PM WPS EX TRI SUPER SH5

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EVENT DAY HIGHLIGHTS

  • $5 General Admission
  • Louisville Business First Collaboration:
    • In partnership with Louisville Business First, we are proud to shine a spotlight on and celebrate businesses in Louisville that have been integral parts of the community for over 150 years.
      • Louisville businesses being acknowledged will be presented with two complimentary tickets, along with the opportunity to secure a table at a special discounted rate. This is our way of expressing gratitude for their contribution and offering an exclusive experience to further engage in this celebratory event.
  • Big Board Highlights:
    • How familiar are you with Louisville's iconic businesses? Try our 502’sDay trivia!
    • Meet the wonderful people behind these amazing businesses through interviews and featured highlights on the big board throughout the day.

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.

502’s Day (Tuesday) Suites or Select Dining Rooms Include 4 Hours of Food and 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):

*NEWLY RENOVATED* Jockey Club Suites Starting Gate Suites

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

Homestretch Club Matt Winn's Steakhouse
*NEW* Plaza Balcony & Loges *NEW* Spires Terrace
*NEW* Sports Illustrated Club SI & Enclosure Starting Gate Suites Dining
*NEW* Champions Loges

Chef's Table Only Dining:

Millionaires Row Skye Terrace
Roses Lounge Stakes Room

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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  • Ticket Info

    Ticketmaster

    View all available Derby Week ticket options!

    Group Sales

    For Group tickets, you can give us a call at 502-636-4450 or click on the button below to get connected to one of our team members.

    Buy All-Inclusive Suite Tickets

    For Derby Week 2024, many of our Premium Dining Rooms will include food, non-alcoholic beverages, and alcoholic beverages.

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