Kentucky Derby
The 2023 Kentucky Derby will take place on 4th May 2024 at Churchill Downs, Louisville. Get in touch today to secure your tickets. Known as “The Most Exciting Two Minutes in Sports”, the Kentucky Derby brings horse racing fans and patrons from around the world to Churchill Downs. The Kentucky Derby is the longest continuously running event in the United States and remains the first leg of the coveted Triple Crown. The Derby race features three-year-old thoroughbreds who race the 1 ¼ mile stretch for the honour of the roses. There is huge demand from the US market and 150,000 people have been known to attend on Derby Day. We offer a range of hospitality options, all with exceptional racecourse views, so you can relax and have the best possible experience without the need to battle the crowds. We also offer shared transfers from your hotel to ensure guests can travel to/from the racecourse with ease and enjoy a seamless experience at one of racing’s greatest occasions.Includes
- 2 Day Race Ticket with Hospitality
- Luxury Hotel
- Flights
- Transfers
Price from £4,280 pp
Luxury Race Packages
Silver PackageGold PackagePlatinum Package
Kentucky Derby Silver Package
Book your place now at one of racing’s greatest occasions with this luxury race package. Package includes full hospitality. Price from £4,280 pp (based on 2 travelling)/ £5,720 pp (based on single occupancy)
DETAILED ITINERARY
Silver Race Package Itinerary
Day 1 – Thursday 4th May 2023
Arrive at Louisville International Airport. You will be met on arrival and transferred by private sedan or SUV to Home2 Suites by Hilton Louisville NuLu Medical District where accommodation has been reserved to 3 nights on a Bed & Breakfast basis. After check-in the day is at leisure to relax and explore your surroundings.Day 2 and 3 – Friday 5th and Saturday 6th May 2023
Kentucky Oaks & Derby Weekend! Enjoy breakfast at the hotel each morning before transferring to Churchill Downs by shared coach. 3rd Floor uncovered grandstand seats have been reserved in sections 326 or 327, with great views down the home stretch. After racing each day transfer by shared coach back to your hotel in Louisville. The evenings are at leisure.Day 4 – Sunday 7th May 2023
Today check out of the hotel and transfer via private sedan or SUV to Louisville International Airport in time to connect with your homeward flight.Supplement/Upgrades:
- Additional nights at the hotel: Available on request
- VIP Paddock Tour at Churchill Downs on Friday or Saturday: Available on request (subject to availability)
- Best of Kentucky Tour on Thursday or Sunday – visit a private horse farm and a whiskey distillery: Available on request
HOME2 SUITES BY HILTON LOUISVILLE
Home2 Suites by Hilton Louisville – Nulu Medical District
Attractively situated in the centre of Louisville, Home2 Suites by Hilton Louisville Downtown NuLu offers air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi and private parking. The hotel features an indoor pool and fitness centre.
All suites are fitted with a seating area, flat-screen TV, kitchen, dining area and a private bathroom. The hotel is around 1.2 miles from Louisville Science Center and 1.3 miles from Louisville Slugger Museum Factory.
RACE DAY HOSPITALITY
Race Day Hospitality
Guests can enjoy onsite hospitality in Sunny’s Halo Garden Terrace, which is located in an area directly behind grandstand seats.
Sunny’s Halo Garden Terrace Hospitality
Sunny’s is a deluxe hospitality venue, which is partially covered and located on the rooftop behind sections 326-328. The package includes:- Grandstand seating in sections 326 or 327 on both Kentucky Oaks & Derby Days
- Hospitality in Sunny’s Halo Garden Terrace on both Kentucky Oaks & Derby Days including complimentary Open Bar with Beer, Wine & Soft Drinks plus a lunch buffet
- Jockey Meet & Greet Autograph signings & photo ops during the weekend
- VIP Fast Access Pass
- Assistance of our representatives
Kentucky Derby Gold Package
Book our Gold package and enjoy full hospitality. Price from £5,320 pp (based on 2 travelling)/ £7,020 pp (based on single occupancy)
DETAILED ITINERARY
Gold Race Package Itinerary
Day 1 – Thursday 4th May 2023
Arrive at Louisville International Airport. You will be met on arrival and transferred by private sedan or SUV to Homewood Suites by Hilton, Louisville Downtown where accommodation has been reserved to 3 nights on a Bed & Breakfast basis. After check-in the day is at leisure to relax and explore your surroundings.Day 2 and 3 – Friday 5th and Saturday 6th May 2023
Kentucky Oaks & Derby Weekend! Enjoy breakfast at the hotel each morning before transferring to Churchill Downs by shared coach. On arrival make your way to the Starting Gate Rooftop Garden where hospitality has been reserved for both days. After racing each day transfer by shared coach back to your hotel in Louisville. The evenings are at leisure.Day 4 – Sunday 7th May 2023
Today check out of the hotel and transfer via private sedan or SUV to Louisville International Airport in time to connect with your homeward flight.Supplement/Upgrades:
- Additional nights at the hotel: Available on request
- VIP Paddock Tour at Churchill Downs on Friday or Saturday: Available on request (subject to availability)
- Best of Kentucky Tour on Thursday or Sunday – visit a private horse farm and a whiskey distillery: Available on request
HOMEWOOD SUITES BY HILTON
Homewood Suites by Hilton – Louisville Downtown
Ideally situated in the centre of Louisville, Homewood Suites features air-conditioned rooms with a separate seating area, flat-screen TV and private bathroom. The Lodge serves breakfast daily, plus there’s an onsite fitness room and pool for guests use. The hotel is a short stroll the Louisville Riverwalk, home of the beautifully restored steamboat Belle of Louisville. For sports fans, the Muhammad Ali Center and the Louisville Slugger Museum & Bat Factory are also less than 5 minutes’ walk.
RACE DAY HOSPITALITY
Race Day Hospitality
On arrival at the racecourse, make your way to the Starting Gate Rooftop Garden where hospitality has been reserved for both days.
Starting Gate Rooftop Garden-Covered Hospitality
Located on the 7th Floor of the Starting Gate Suites, the Starting Gate Rooftop Garden is an all-inclusive outdoor, fully-covered venue complete with gourmet food options, premium open bar, panoramic balcony views and more! Your plus seating includes reserved seating at an 8-top table. The package includes:- Ticket to the Starting Gate Rooftop Garden on both Kentucky Oaks & Derby Days
- Full-Service Hospitality including Premium Open Bar, Gourmet Food Buffets and Assigned 8-Top Table Seating
- VIP Fast Access Pass
- Self-Service Wagering Stations
- Closed-Circuit TV Coverage
- Assistance of our representatives
Kentucky Derby Platinum Package
Book our Platinum package and enjoy full hospitality. Price from £7,920 pp (based on 2 travelling)/ £10,820 pp (based on single occupancy)
DETAILED ITINERARY
Platinum Race Package Itinerary
Day 1 – Thursday 4th May 2023
Arrive at Louisville International Airport. You will be met on arrival and transferred by private sedan or SUV to Embassy Suites Louisville Downtown where accommodation has been reserved to 3 nights on a Bed & Breakfast basis. After check-in the day is at leisure to relax and explore your surroundings.Day 2 and 3 – Friday 5th and Saturday 6th May 2023
Kentucky Oaks & Derby Weekend! Enjoy breakfast at the hotel each morning before transferring to Churchill Downs by shared coach. On arrival make your way to the Derby Room where hospitality has been reserved for both days. After racing each day transfer by shared coach back to your hotel in Louisville. The evenings are at leisure.Day 4 – Sunday 7th May 2023
Today check out of the hotel and transfer via private sedan or SUV to Louisville International Airport in time to connect with your homeward flight.Supplement/Upgrades:
- Additional nights at the hotel: Available on request
- VIP Paddock Tour at Churchill Downs on Friday or Saturday: Available on request (subject to availability)
- Best of Kentucky Tour on Thursday or Sunday – visit a private horse farm and a whiskey distillery: Available on request
EMBASSY SUITES LOUISVILLE DOWNTOWN
Embassy Suites Louisville Downtown
Situated next to the Fourth St. Live! Entertainment district, Embassy Suites is a historic downtown Louisville hotel just 3 blocks away from Whiskey Row, plus a range of shops bars and restaurants. The hotel features an indoor pool, 24-hour fitness centre and complimentary cook-to-order breakfast.
Every room at Embassy Suites Louisville Downtown provides a separate seating area with a sofa bed and a dining table, along with a 46-inch flat-screen HDTV. Catch 23 is connected the hotel and offers fine dining selections, including steak and seafood. A complimentary reception is hosted every night at the hotel and includes a variety of snacks and beverages.
RACE DAY HOSPITALITY
Race Day Hospitality
On arrival at the racecourse, make your way to the Derby Room where hospitality has been reserved for both days.
Derby Room Hospitality
Derby Room guests will enjoy an indoor hospitality space on the 4th Floor adjacent to the Jockey Club Suites, offering dining room seating at tables of 10 with unobstructed views of the entire track from a private balcony. The package includes:- Ticket to the Derby Room on both Kentucky Oaks & Derby Days
- Full-Service Hospitality including Premium Open Bar, Gourmet Food Buffets and Assigned 8-Top Table Seating
- Access to a private balcony with panoramic track views
- VIP Fast Access Pass
- Self-Service Wagering Stations
- Closed-Circuit TV Coverage
- Assistance of our representatives
