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Kentucky Derby Travel Packages, Kentucky Derby Tickets, & More
Join Bucket List Events for our three night Kentucky Derby packages in Louisville offers guest an amazing weekend of parties, people watching, fashion and Kentucky Derby tickets for thrilling horse races. We offer Kentucky Derby packages that include convenient hotel accommodations, tours of bourbon distilleries, race day transportation, and a number of options for Derby tickets. You may also choose to add-on VIP service at the track or tickets to the exclusive Barnstable Brown Party.
Our Kentucky Derby packages will treat you to the experience of a lifetime.
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2021 – Check In: Thursday, April 29, 2021; Check Out: Sunday, May 2, 2021
2022: – Check In: Thursday, May 5, 2022; Check Out: Sunday, May 8, 2022
What’s included ?
- Three nights at one of our premium hotels
- Reserved seats for the Kentucky Derby
- Derby day transportation
- Friday tour of bourbon distilleries with tastings and lunch, or Kentucky Oaks
- Daily breakfast
- Welcome reception
- Kentucky Derby gift package
- Shuttle service to and from the airport (Crowne Plaza only)
- Optional experience add-ons (parties, Derby day Turf club passes, and more)
- On-site assistance from Derby experts
- Book with Confidence Policy included
- All-Inclusive Pricing – What you see is what you pay
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Package Hotels
Finding a hotel room in Louisville during Derby can be a headache, but we’ve established a relationship with one of the closest hotels to the track so we can offer rooms to Bucket List travelers. The Louisville Crowne Plaza Hotel is located minutes from the airport and Churchill Downs and is equipped with all of the modern facilities you could need during your stay in Louisville. We also offer an alternative with lodging based in Lexington, an hour east of Louisville and in the heart of horse country.
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Photo by Scott Utterback / Courier Journal
Package Experience Highlights
We offer Kentucky Derby packages that include convenient hotel accommodations, tours of bourbon distilleries, race day transportation and a number of Derby ticket options for you to choose from. You will also have the ability to enjoy exclusive parties and galas and upgrade your Derby ticket to include a VIP race day experience. Let Bucket List Events treat you to the experience of a lifetime. Learn more about all of our package experiences below.
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Kentucky Derby Tickets
All of our Kentucky Derby travel packages include Derby day tickets. We believe that everyone should experience the Kentucky Derby at least once in their lifetime so we offer package options that fit a variety of interest, needs, and budgets. All packages are priced per person and based on the Kentucky Derby Tickets you choose.
Kentucky Derby tickets are complicated and the process of choosing where to sit can be overwhelming. There are many options for admission with the most inexpensive tickets starting at the general admission level up to tens of thousands of dollars for VIP Boxes. Our packages offer a few select sections to choose from, all giving you that Derby Day experience you have been dreaming of. Whether or not you choose to upgrade your Derby day experience by adding a Turf Club Pass, that is up you.
For a better understanding about Kentucky Derby tickets and a detailed breakdown of the different options at Churchill Downs, click here. Our team can also make recommendations based on your interests and budgets. Contact us today and we will be more than happy to talk with you.
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Attending the Kentucky Derby is a lifelong dream for many and for others it simply ranks high upon their personal bucket lists. Whatever your reason for attending this event may be, we are happy you’ll be joining us in Kentucky. From the southern fashion and star-studded parties, to the history of witnessing the “greatest two minutes in sports,” you are guaranteed to experience an event weekend like no other. We have compiled a list of frequently asked questions and helpful articles that will shed light on some of the most popular questions and curiosities.

LOUISVILLE, KY – MAY 03: Kent Desormeaux (2nd L), riding #20 Big Brown, leads out of turn 4 durinng the 134th running of the Kentucky Derby on May 3, 2008 at Churchill Downs in Louisville, Kentucky. Big Brown went on to win the Derby. (Photo by Matthew Stockman/Getty Images)
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- Understanding Kentucky Derby tickets and seating options at Churchill Downs
Questions?
We may already answered it – check our comprehensive FAQ & Tips section. Our dedicated event experts have been organizing and attending the Kentucky Derby for years, so feel free to reach out.

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Kentucky Derby Event Manager
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