Buy Kentucky Derby Tickets, Prices, Race Dates & Racing Schedule

Buy Kentucky Derby Tickets

Get your 2025 Kentucky Derby tickets to see the first leg of the Triple Crown at the historic Churchill Downs race track! The Kentucky Derby is the biggest race in American horse racing. The Derby is a Grade I race with competition between three-year-old thoroughbred colts, geldings and fillies. The original event was held in 1875 and saw Aristides take the victory in two minutes and 37 seconds.

Sir Barton in 1919 was the first horse to win the Kentucky Derby and the go on to win the Preakness Stakes and Belmont Stakes on the way to claiming the first Triple Crown. The race record was set by Secretariat in 1973 with a time of one minute and 59.40 seconds over the 1¼ mile distance. Also known as The Run for the Roses and The Fastest Two Minutes in Sports, the race is the only leg of the Triple Crown that has been run uninterrupted since its start. Secure your Kentucky Derby tickets today to see what horse will make history at the upcoming race!

Kentucky Derby Ticket Prices

Ticket prices will depend on the location and the size of the race. The age and gender of the horses may also be a factor with three-year-old Thoroughbred racing being the most popular.

How much are Kentucky Derby tickets?

Average Price: $1688.32 per ticket

Cheap Ticket Options: Tickets start at $106.52

VIP & Hospitality: VIP Kentucky Derby tickets cost as much as $29205.00 for box seats.

When is the next Kentucky Derby event?

The next Kentucky Derby event is scheduled for April 30th, 2026 at 12:00am. There are 27 available for Kentucky Thurby.

Where is the next Kentucky Derby event?

Kentucky Thurby will be held at Churchill Downs in Louisville.

Is there reserved seating or is it general admission?

Most venues will offer a mix of reserved and general admission seats. If you are looking for affordable GA tickets, they are usually in the grandstands. For an elevated experience, you may consider box seats.

Will I get a refund if Kentucky Derby is canceled or postponed?

If an event is postponed due to inclement weather, your tickets will still work for entry. If it is cancelled you should receive instructions from the venue. All TicketSmarter purchases are covered by our 100% guarantee.

Kentucky Derby Ticket Prices

City Venue # of Tickets Available Lowest Ticket Price Average Ticket Price Louisville Churchill Downs 4196 $156 $1688

Kentucky Derby Upcoming Events

Date City Venue 04/30/2026 - 05/02/2026 Louisville, KY Churchill Downs