502'sDay

502’sDay celebrates what makes Kentucky Derby Week special – the community!

502'sDay | Gates Open TBD | First Race TBD

502’sDay returns for its fifth 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 27

Gates Open TBD | First Race TBD

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EVENT DAY HIGHLIGHTS

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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

Parking Information for 502'sDay 2027 will be available at a later time

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.

    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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