I highly recommend Bucket List Events! Thank you for showing our group a fantastic time! Every activity was well organized and so much fun!
I highly recommend Bucket List Events! Thank you for showing our group a fantastic time! Every activity was well organized and so much fun!
Don’t miss the biggest party in sports
Join Bucket List Events for the Kentucky Derby in Louisville and an amazing weekend of parties, people watching, fashion and thrilling horse races.
Get up close and personal to the action.
Pack your best hat!
Try your luck by betting on your favorite horse
Explore beautiful Louisville, KY
Churchill Downs with the famous Twin Spires in the background
Kentucky Derby attire is in a league of its own
Spend the day on the beautiful Ohio River
We offer packages that include tours of bourbon distilleries, convenient hotel accommodations, transportation, and a number of options for race day tickets. From VIP service at the track to exclusive access to the Barnstable Brown Party, our Kentucky Derby packages will treat you to the experience of a lifetime. Depending on your preference there are many premium hospitality lounges that offer an array of wagering facilities, open bars, cuisine and much more!
What’s included?
- Three-night stay at the Crowne Plaza, minutes from Churchill Downs (April 30 – May 3)
- Reserved seats for the Kentucky Derby, with optional ticket upgrades
- 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
- Options to customize packages
- On-site assistance from Derby experts
| Ticket sections | Single Occupancy | Double Occupancy | Quad Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1st Floor Grandstand | $4195 per person | $2795 per person | $2145 per person |
| 1st Floor Clubhouse | $4595 per person | $3195 per person | $2545 per person |
| 3rd Floor Grandstand | $5095 per person | $3695 per person | $3045 per person |
| 3rd Floor Clubhouse | $5395 per person | $3995 per person | $3345 per person |
Lodging options
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.
Talk to our team about the possibility of building a custom experience.
Browse the map below to see where your hotel is in relation to Derby, the Louisville airport, and all of the great sights you’ll want to see during your trip:
Pricing and ticketing
Our Kentucky Derby travel packages are customized to fit your needs, schedule, and budget. Ticketing for Derby is complicated, as there are many options for admission and seating starting at general admission up to VIP boxes for tens of thousands of dollars. For more detailed breakdown of the different options for Kentucky Derby tickets, click here.
Submit the form to your right for a complete quote for your Derby adventure.
Party and tour options
Make the most of your Kentucky Derby trip by attending the exclusive parties and galas that have made this event into an extravaganza for Southern socialites. Explore historic and charming Louisville, one of America’s most underrated cities. When you travel to the Kentucky Derby with Bucket List Events, you can choose to add the following tour options to trip:
Horse stable tourCelebrate Derby Week with a full day in Horse Country. Meet the past and future stars of Derby, the beautiful horses raised and trained on two thoroughbred farms in the gorgeous Kentucky countryside.
Longines Kentucky OaksAttend this exclusive race for 3-year-old thoroughbred female horses with a wide range of affordable ticketing options. This particular race is one of America’s longest held horse races is still takes place in its original location since 1875. There is a wild pink fashion contest at the event as well.
VIP parties and galas From the Barnstable Brown Gala, to Vegas in the Ville, to the Silks Eve Bash, we can help you get into exclusive Kentucky Derby parties and galas. Mix and mingle with celebrities and southern socialites at VIP events before and after the race. Inquire for a quote!
Bourbon distillery toursWanna know what made Kentucky famous? Explore one of Kentucky’s historic bourbon distilleries and spend the afternoon sipping liquid gold. This is included in our packages.
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.
Brian Peters
Kentucky Derby Sales Expert
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Rich Beard
Kentucky Derby Event Manager
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