‘Derby of a Lifetime’ Contest Set to Give Fans Exclusive Prizes for 150th Edition of Kentucky Derby

The 149th running of the Kentucky Derby, the world’s most prestigious horse race, will take place on May 6, 2023. The festivities leading up to the race are just as exciting to watch as the race itself, making it the most watched equestrian competition of the year. The Derby will celebrate its 150th run the next year, and in preparation, Churchill Downs will undergo extensive renovations and have plenty to offer horse racing enthusiasts.

The WLKY Digital Team recently shared that the 2024 Kentucky Derby will be a major year for the event. Horse racing aficionados can hope that Churchill Downs, where the Derby is held annually, will make significant improvements in preparation for the historic 2024 running of the race.

The next year’s Kentucky Derby

Churchill Downs, the home of the Kentucky Derby opened to the public in 1875. The horse racing facility on Central Avenue in South Louisville, Kentucky, was named for Samuel Churchill, a member of the prestigious Kentucky-based family. Since the inaugural Derby, the event has been held on the first Saturday of May. In anticipation of next year’s Kentucky Derby, the venue’s management is organizing a series of events just for its loyal patrons. Included in this are new items of clothing and other things set for release during next year’s Derby.

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According to the report by the WLKY Digital Team, Churchill Downs would be offering a “Derby of a Lifetime” experience to the fans. Fans have the chance to win a variety of prizes relating to the 150th running of the prestigious horse race, including tickets to the Derby, hotel stays, transportation fees, and more. To be eligible, contestants must submit their entries by the end of January 2024 via the Kentucky Derby 150 website. New dining and lounging options will also be added to the remodeled paddock.

Series of special events before this prestigious equestrian event

The month-long sequence of festivities leading up to the Kentucky Derby is just as important as the actual horse race itself. These celebrations take place on a smaller scale but are nevertheless important to the communities that have a history with the Derby. The Opening Bell event was just one of many such events that took place a few days ago.

The 149th running of the Kentucky Derby got underway with the ringing of the Opening Bell by Churchill Downs, Inc. CEO Bill Carstanjen and other members of the crew. With just a few weeks until the Derby, this was undoubtedly a momentous occasion for the team.

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Churchill Downs’ thoughtfulness in this regard is immensely appreciated, as it demonstrates their devotion to the many spectators that travel to Louisville each year to see the Kentucky Derby.