502'sDay

502'sDay | Gates Open 11:30 a.m. | First Race 12:45 p.m.

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 wear outfits from Louisville’s local shops and boutiques.

EVENT DAY DETAILS

502'sDay | Tuesday, April 28

Gates Open 11:30 a.m. | First Race 12:45 p.m.

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EVENT DAY HIGHLIGHTS

$5 General Admission

Weird Wall Photo Op (Location: 2nd Floor Paddock Terrace)

• Snap a pic at the Keep Louisville Weird Wall

Neighborhoods Caricature Corner (Location: Outside of Club SI)

• The Neighborhoods Caricature Corner is a playful portrait activation celebrating the character of iconic Louisville neighborhoods through live custom illustrations. Guests take home a personalized caricature inspired by the charm, landmarks, and local personality that make each neighborhood uniquely Louisville.

Style Under the Spires: Derby Week Fashion Contest

Embrace our 'Shop Local' initiative at this year’s fashion contest, showcasing the best of our local stores and designers. Flaunt your finest pieces from neighborhood shops and encourage others to explore and support our local talent. Show your local pride and make a statement!

How to Enter:

• Scan the QR code displayed on the big board, enter your name and phone number, and send us a photo of your outfit.
• Our stylists behind the scenes are reviewing entries and will select the top 10 looks.
• The top 10 finalists will be contacted between Races 5 and 6.
• The fashion contest will take place between Races 7 and 8 at the Weird Wall Photo Op (2nd Floor Paddock Terrace)
• The winner will receive a prize!

ALL-INCLUSIVE SEATING OPTIONS

Indulge in exquisite dining for Derby Week! Enjoy gourmet meals, fine beverages, and an unforgettable culinary experience.

*Tickets include all-inclusive chef's table buffet, alcoholic, non-alcoholic beverages, offsite parking, and shuttle to the venue.

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PARKING INFORMATION

To be announced!

Derby Week parking passes once purchased, can be accessed digitally through Ticketmaster or the Churchill Downs app. All parking passes will be validated prior to entry into the lot. When you approach your place of entry, please have your mobile or printed parking pass ready for our staff to scan. Parking is first-come, first-served within each reserved lot, including ADA spaces. No onsite sales if you don’t have a reservation.

• Lots open at 10:30 am on Tuesday.
• Follow directions to your assigned lot. Refer to lot maps for details.
• Parking passes must be scanned at entry. Have your mobile pass ready. No re-entry allowed.

Kentucky Exposition Center (KEC)

• Parking at KEC is included with your ticket if you didn’t reserve onsite parking. Show your ticket upon entry.
• Free shuttle service runs to and from Churchill Downs, with drop-off and pickup at the Black Lot by the Paddock Gate.
• Enter through Gates 1 or 2.
• Shuttles start at 10:30 am Tuesday. ADA-accessible shuttles are available, but no wheelchair assistance is provided at Churchill Downs.

Rideshare & Pickup

• No offsite taxi or rideshare service. All pickups and drop-offs happen onsite at Kentucky Derby Drive between Queen and Thornberry.
• Refer to the rideshare maps above for directions.
• No parking at L&N Federal Credit Union Stadium on this day.

ADA Parking

During Derby Week, onsite parking at Churchill Downs is available for pre-purchase as long as inventory is available. Parking within each reserved lot is first-come, first-served including ADA spaces.  If you do not have pre-purchased parking onsite, the Kentucky Exposition Center will have free parking with free accessible shuttles to the Black Lot outside of the Paddock Gate.

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Maps and Directions can be found here:

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