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When Is the 2027 Kentucky Derby?

The 153rd Kentucky Derby will be held at Churchill Downs on Saturday May 1st, 2027. Tickets for next year’s race will go on sale in the weeks following the 2026 Derby.

How To Buy Kentucky Derby 2027 Tickets

Early release 2027 Kentucky Derby tickets will be available for purchase online on Thursday, June 4th for the following sections: general admission, plaza walkarounds, and reserved stadium seating.

To stay up-to-date on 2027 ticket release dates for the remaining seating experiences, sign up using the form below. You can also contact our ticket representatives with any questions or help purchasing tickets.

Which Seating Option Is Right For You?

There are several ways to experience the Kentucky Derby at Churchill Downs. Explore each seating type and find the option that puts you exactly where you want to be on Derby Day.

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Reserved Seating

This seating experience guarantees you have a seat on Derby Day, so you always have a place to return to throughout the day. Both covered and uncovered reserved seating tickets are available in the grandstands and box sections.

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Dining Rooms

Pair The Most Exciting Two Minutes in Sports® with a gourmet meal and unmatched hospitality. With dozens of indoor and outdoor dining rooms, there’s a seating experience suited for everyone. Tickets are available for both premium and luxury dining experiences at Churchill Downs. Dining amenities vary by location, but may feature buffet-style food offerings, all-inclusive food and beverage menu, waitstaffed service, private or cash bars, self-service wagering machines, and live mutuel windows.

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Private Suites

This seating experience is best for groups seeking a VIP experience. Our private suites are an exclusive space featuring personal waitstaff, a private bar, fine dining, live mutuel tellers, self-service wagering machines, and exceptional views of the track.

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General Admission & Standing Room

Want to be right in the heart of all the action? General admission tickets put you in the thick of all the excitement. These tickets are first-come, first-served and guests can choose between Infield general admission tickets, Infield final turn tickets, and frontside Plaza walkaround tickets.

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Group Ticket Sales

Have plans to attend the 2027 Kentucky Derby with a large group? Whether you’re attending with a corporate group or just celebrating with a large gathering of friends and family, our team of representatives can help you find the right seating to accommodate your group and purchase tickets. Contact our ticketing representatives for group sales today.

Kentucky Derby 2027 TicketsFrequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

The 2027 Kentucky Derby will take place on Saturday, May 1, 2027, at Churchill Downs in Louisville, Kentucky. The Kentucky Derby is traditionally held on the first Saturday in May each year, making it one of the longest continually held sporting events in the United States.

The 2027 Derby will mark the 153rd running of the legendary race known as The Run for the Roses®.

Learn More about the Kentucky Derby

The 153rd Kentucky Derby will take place on Saturday May 1st, 2027 at Churchill Downs. Kentucky Derby 2027 tickets will be available to purchase online on June 4th 2026.

Kentucky Derby 2027 ticket pricing will vary based on the seating experience. Ticket types include general admission and standing room only, reserved seating, dining, and private suites. To find out how much a particular ticket costs, explore our seating experiences for more information.

Due to the size of the event, tickets are non-refundable and we do not have the ability to re-issue lost or forgotten tickets. Please note the only authorized place to buy and resell Kentucky Derby and Oaks tickets is the Kentucky Derby Ticket Exchange.

Yes, you can buy Kentucky Derby tickets ahead of time. Early release Kentucky Derby 2027 tickets can be purchased online starting Thursday, June 4th. Early release tickets can also be purchased in-person at Churchill Downs immediately following the 2026 Kentucky Derby.

Your Kentucky Derby ticket is part of a 2-Day Package, which means you also receive the same reserved seat for Kentucky Oaks on Friday and Kentucky Derby Day on Saturday.

In addition to experiencing both iconic race days from the same seat, all frontside tickets include all-inclusive gourmet food, premium alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, free offsite parking at the Kentucky Exposition Center, and complimentary shuttle transportation to and from Churchill Downs, creating a seamless, elevated Derby Week experience from start to finish.

Your Expert Guide to Louisville

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Churchill Downs Venue

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Kentucky Derby 2027 Tickets Coming Soon

When Is the 2027 Kentucky Derby?

How To Buy Kentucky Derby 2027 Tickets