Kentucky Derby 2027
There will be 150,000 people attending and a predicted event spend (USD) of $110,417,238 at the event in 2027.
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Event Insights for Kentucky Derby 2027
Predicted Attendance
150,000Predicted Event Spend (USD)
$110,417,238
Event Details
Description
The Kentucky Derby is a premier Thoroughbred horse race staged at Churchill Downs in Louisville, Kentucky. It is one of the oldest and most celebrated events in U.S. sports, traditionally inaugurating the Triple Crown with a dramatic run on dirt and a garland of roses for the winner. The race and its venue are central to American racing culture,...
Date & Time
Sat, 01 May 2027
Venue
Churchill Downs
700 Central Avenue, Louisville, KY 40208, United States of America
Timezone
-0400 (America/Kentucky/Louisville)
Event Category
sports
Duration
1 day
Frequency
Yearly
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