churchill downs

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Churchill Downs is a horse racing complex located on Central Avenue in south Louisville, Kentucky, United States, famed for hosting the annual …

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Feb 25, 2025
We booked the Superstars and Spires tour during our recent long weekend getaway to Lexington/Louisville and it was FANTASTIC. We had Brent as our tour guide and he was SUPERB! He was extremely knowle…Full review by 215sarges
Jan 6, 2025
The movie in a 360 theatre was a very cool start. The complimentary tour of the track was so fun and interesting. The museum was also fun and interactive.Full review by lisa_polcha
Dec 5, 2024
Brilliant day racing at the home of racing in the USA. As part of our road trip we took in a day at the historic venue, and whilst it was cold, the seats, indoor heat and bars the future stars of ra…Full review by Rhys_H24
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I desire to make a visit to this auspicious place one day. Is it far from Charlotte, NC?
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Louisville is a day's drive or a couple hours flight. Well worth the trip. Lots to see and do i. Louisville over a long weekend
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Answer by Carra C · Oct 23, 2024
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Is there much live racing on the Stephen Foster preview days? Or is it less than a normal day at the races event?
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I just saw your question and I am not familiar with the Stephen Foster days. Good luck!
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Answer by Benny M · Jul 30, 2024
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What do you wear to the Thursday night races? Can we go casual? Or does everyone dress up?
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It depends on where your sitting. If you are going to the clubhouse I would dress nice. The grandstands are a little more casual. The infield should be very casual. My advice is …
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It depends on where your sitting. If you are going to the clubhouse I would dress nice. The grandstands are a little more casual. The infield should be very casual. My advice is based on experience from years ago and watching the derby on Derby day. But nowadays people seem to not apply rules of dress anymore even going to the Opera in Washington, DC I have been shocked. So checking with a local may give you better information. I would certainly dress comfortable as it’s often a lot of standing.
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When is live racing held?
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Typically, Churchill Downs has three meets a year where live racing occurs. There is the Spring Meet which begins after the Kentucky Derby. Later in the year there...
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