The Kentucky Derby‘s 150th Run for the Roses has finally arrived at Churchill Downs.
What time is the race? Is there a betting guide? What should I wear? How much do tickets cost?
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Here’s your guide to everything Churchill Downs and the Kentucky Derby:
The Kentucky Derby is Saturday, May 4, 2024.
The official Kentucky Derby post time is 6:57 p.m. ET, Saturday, May 4. The 150th Run for the Roses will be race No. 12 of the 14-race slate.
The Kentucky Derby takes place at Churchill Downs.
Churchill Downs is located at 700 Central Ave., in Louisville, Kentucky.
Currently, Louisville’s NWS predicts a 40% chance of showers and thunderstorms on Saturday. Skies will be mostly cloudy, with a high temperature near 79 degrees.
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Learn what each track condition term means and find out today’s latest Churchill Downs track conditions by visiting courier-journal.com.
The Kentucky Derby will be broadcast on FanDuel TV, NBC and USA Network.
Streaming options include the NBC Sports app (Apple Store/Google Play), NBCSports.com and Peacock.
Catch all the horse racing action from Churchill Downs through multiple viewing platforms including FanDuel TV, NBC, NBC Sports app (Apple Store/Google Play), NBCSports.com, Peacock and USA TV Network.
Live coverage kicks off on FanDuel TV at 10:30 a.m. ET, Saturday, May 4. NBC’s broadcast will begin at 2:30 p.m.
- 10:30 a.m. – Noon ET; FanDuel TV.
- Noon – 2:20 p.m. ET; USA, Peacock.
- 2:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. ET; NBC, Peacock.
- 7:30 p.m. ET through the final race; FanDuel TV.
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The Kentucky Derby has 20 horses lined up for the race each year.
The field is still being determined and courier-journal.com offers a list of horses projected to make the starting lineup for the 2024 Kentucky Derby. Here’s a look:
Here’s a list of the post positions, trainers and jockeys for the 150th Running of the Roses at the 2024 Kentucky Derby
- 1. Dornoch, Danny Gargan, Luis Saez
- 2. Sierra Leone, Chad Brown, Tyler Gaffalione
- 3. Mystik Dan, Kenny McPeek, Brian Hernandez Jr.
- 4. Catching Freedom, Brad Cox, Flavien Prat
- 5. Catalytic, Saffie Joseph Jr., Jose Ortiz
- 6. Just Steel, D. Wayne Lukas, Keith Asmussen, 20-1
- 7. Honor Marie, Whit Beckman, Ben Curtis, 20-1
- 8. Just a Touch, Brad Cox, Florent Geroux
- 9. Encino, Brad Cox, Axel Concepcion, SCRATCHED
- 10. T O Password, Daisuke Takayanagi, Kazushi Kimura
- 11. Forever Young, Yoshito Yahagi, Ryusei Sakai
- 12. Track Phantom, Steve Asmussen, Joel Rosario
- 13. West Saratoga, Larry Demeritte, Jesus Castanon
- 14. Endlessly, Michael McCarthy, Umberto Rispoli
- 15. Domestic Product, Chad Brown, Irad Ortiz Jr.
- 16. Grand Mo the First, Victor Barboza Jr., Emisael Jaramillo
- 17. Fierceness, Todd Pletcher, John Velazquez
- 18. Stronghold, Phil D’Amato, Antonio Fresu
- 19. Resilience, Bill Mott, Junior Alvarado
- 20. Society Man, Danny Gargan, Frankie Dettori
- 21. Epic Ride, John Ennis, Adam Beschizza
Here is a look at current 2024 Kentucky Derby odds, according to cbssports.com:
| PRG # | HORSE | ODDS |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dornoch | 20-1 |
| 2 | Sierra Leone | 3-1 |
| 3 | Mystik Dan | 20-1 |
| 4 | Catching Freedom | 8-1 |
| 5 | Catalytic | 30-1 |
| 6 | Just Steel | 20-1 |
| 7 | Honor Marie | 20-1 |
| 8 | Just a Touch | 10-1 |
| 9 | Encino | SCRATCHED |
| 10 | T O Password (JPN) | 30-1 |
| 11 | Forever Young (JPN) | 10-1 |
| 12 | Track Phantom | 20-1 |
| 13 | West Saratoga | 50-1 |
| 14 | Endlessly | 30-1 |
| 15 | Domestic Product | 30-1 |
| 16 | Grand Mo the First | 50-1 |
| 17 | Fierceness | 5-2 |
| 18 | Stronghold | 20-1 |
| 19 | Resilience | 20-1 |
| 20 | Society Man | 50-1 |
| 21 | Epic Ride | 30-1 |
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Tickets for the 150th Run for the Roses will run as follows:
To find Derby tickets, you can visit kentuckyderby.com/tickets.
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Several food items and drinks will be available at Churchill Downs specifically for the 2024 Kentucky Derby. Visit visit kentuckyderby.com/official-derby-menu for what to expect.
Looking for the latest in Kentucky Derby fashion tips? Courier-Journal reporter Kirby Adams has everything you need to know about what to wear from fascinators to blazers in her fashion guide. Visit kentuckyderby.com/style-guide/ for the digital version.
This video shows you how to make a mint julep for guests at your Kentucky Derby party:
Here’s a video to help show you how to set up an Old Fashioned bar for your Kentucky Derby party:
Kentucky Derby season means plenty of activities and fun for all around Louisville. Visit courier-journal.com for a map of more than 50+ events taking place around the area.
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Looking to try something new at this year’s Kentucky Derby? Try one of these 7 new Louisville restaurants while you’re in town.
Several local venues will host Kentucky Derby-themed brunches leading up to the event. Visit courier-journal.com for a list of locations.
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Mage was last year’s Kentucky Derby winner.
Mage and jockey Javier Castellano rallied from the back of the pack, finishing the 1-and-1/4-miles in 2:01.57. The horses were six-wide off the final turn when Mage − at 15-1 odds − pushed past Two Phil’s to win by a length down the stretch.
Chris Sims is a digital content producer at Midwest Connect Gannett. Follow him on Twitter: @ChrisFSims.
