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Horse racing in Kentucky dates back to 1789, when the first race course was constructed in Lexington. Almost 100 years later, in 1875, Churchill Downs officially opened its gates in Louisville, and began its tradition as "Home of the Kentucky Derby" and the longest continually running sporting event in America. The World's Most Legendary Racetrack® Known as the home of the Kentucky Derby and the Kentucky Oaks, Churchill Downs Racetrack conducts Thoroughbred horse racing in Louisville, Kentucky during three race meets in the Spring, September, and the Fall. The racetrack occupies 147 acres, featuring a one-mile dirt, oval racetrack and a seven furlong turf race course. Thoroughbred racing, the Kentucky Derby, and the Kentucky Oaks have run continuously at Churchill Downs Racetrack since 1875. In addition, Churchill Downs Racetrack has hosted the Breeders’ Cup World Championship eight times. Over the course of three centuries, the track has completed several massive renovation projects to modernize its venerable grandstand and clubhouse and to accommodate its more than 165,000 guests on Kentucky Derby Day. Modernization projects have included the construction of private luxury suites and integrated simulcast areas, the installation of permanent lights to operate night-time race programs, and building The Big Board – the world’s largest 4k video screen. The Twin Spires that sit atop the grandstands remain the most recognizable architectural feature of Churchill Downs and serve as a symbol of the racetrack. The spires were designed by architect Joseph Dominic Baldez and were built in 1895 – they shine across the world’s most legendary racetrack each night.

Industry

Spectator Sports

Company size

201-500 employees

Headquarters

Louisville, KY

Type

Public Company

Specialties

thoroughbred racing

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We are proud to unveil the Official Art of the 151st Kentucky Derby by Louisville-based artist Tyler Robertson! Robertson's vibrant work captures the energy of the horses racing into the first turn, framed by the iconic Twin Spires. Meet Tyler in person on Friday, November 29, at the Churchill Downs Store for an artist signing from 2-4 p.m.
Today and every day, we honor the brave men and women who have served our country. 🇺🇸 Thank you to all veterans for your courage, dedication, and sacrifice. #VeteransDay
At Churchill Downs, every detail counts, from the finely tuned horses on the track to the extensive projects that keep our facilities at their best. We're proud to partner with Sunbelt Rentals, Inc. to make our trackwide initiatives run seamlessly!
We are proud to have recently partnered with Blessings in a Backpack Louisville Chapter to support the students at Semple Elementary School. Churchill Charlie made a special guest appearance and brought smiles and excitement to the students on the playground and in the lunchroom! It was an honor to support such an important cause and be part of this amazing community effort.
✨ Employee Spotlight ✨ Meet our Purchasing Manager, Sam Eddings, MBA! His first Kentucky Derby at Churchill Downs was the year that Country House won at 65-1 odds! He is crucial in ensuring our events run smoothly, as he oversees all our procurement processes and functions. Outside of work, you’ll find him hanging out with his dog, Margot or cheering on the Louisville Cardinals and Chicago Cubs. A passionate Formula 1 fan (Go Lando!), he also enjoys traveling and has checked off 25 out of 30 MLB stadiums on his bucket list!
With October being Breast Cancer Awareness month we want to highlight one of our most impactful events of the year. In May, we proudly celebrated the 16th annual Survivors Parade, where we honored 150 incredible breast and ovarian cancer survivors and fighters. These courageous individuals marched the track just before the running of the 150th Longines Kentucky Oaks, inspiring all of us with their strength and resilience. As we continue to raise awareness this October, we want to express our deepest gratitude to our charitable sponsors, Norton Healthcare Cancer Institute and Horses and Hope, for their unwavering commitment to the cause. To all those still fighting, we stand with you. 💖
We recently wrapped another successful September Meet and would like to thank our team, partners and fans who made it possible! In just three weeks, we kicked off the Road to the Kentucky Derby and Kentucky Oaks, witnessed a record-breaking 12th career win from Bango and hosted events including our Oktoberfest-themed Downs After Dark, College Day, Twilight Thursdays and Family Adventure Day. We look forward to resuming racing later this Fall on Sunday, October 27th!
We're thrilled to announce that Sarah Contardo, our Senior Vice President of Sales & Strategy at Churchill Downs, has been recognized as a 2024 Game Changer by Sports Business Journal. Her leadership and dedication continue to elevate Churchill Downs and the Kentucky Derby, making a lasting impact on the sports and entertainment industry. Congratulations, Sarah, on this well-deserved honor! We are proud to have you on our team as we move toward another historic Kentucky Derby!
We just wrapped up an incredible Sponsor Summit in Chicago! It's moments like these that remind us why we have the best partners in sports and entertainment. Together, we're building something truly special, and we can't wait for what the future holds as we head toward the 151st Kentucky Derby. Thank you to all our partners for your continued support and collaboration!

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