Experience the 2027 Kentucky Derby with Get Americas

Experience the most exciting two minutes in sports with tailor-made travel packages combining premium Derby Day access, luxury accommodation, exclusive hospitality and unforgettable experiences at historic Churchill Downs. Feel the roar of the crowd as the field breaks from the gate, where a century and a half of tradition comes alive beneath the Twin Spires. From the post parade to the final stretch, every second becomes a memory you will replay for years. These are the moments every racing fan dreams of.

Luxury travel options for the 2027 Kentucky Derby

The 153rd Kentucky Derby, the most exciting two minutes in sports

Kentucky Oaks April 30, Kentucky Derby May 1, 2027

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End-to-end planning

Why Choose Get Americas for the Kentucky Derby?

Derby Day Access Sourcing

Grandstand seats, Millionaires Row tables or private suites, secured through trusted ticketing partners for corporate groups and individual travelers alike.

Hotels Near Churchill Downs

Downtown Louisville addresses and properties near Churchill Downs are hand-selected, so you and your travel companions are never far from post time.

Seamless Race Day Transfers

Airport transfers, hotel shuttles and track drop-offs are scheduled around every event of Derby Week, from Thurby to Derby Day.

Trackside VIP Access

Paddock access, post parade viewing and premium hospitality turn Derby Day into a highlight for every VIP traveler, group or individual.

Tailor-Made Derby Week Itineraries

Whether you attend Derby Day alone or build a full Derby Week program from Thurby to the Kentucky Oaks, every itinerary is shaped around your calendar, solo, as a couple or as a group.

Concierge Services

Beyond the finish line, a dedicated concierge opens doors to Louisville's best restaurants, bourbon bars and sightseeing, for groups and individual travelers alike.

The Derby experience

More Than a Race: The Kentucky Derby with Get Americas

The Kentucky Derby is far more than a single race, it's the most storied event in American horse racing, drawing well over 100,000 spectators to Churchill Downs every year since 1875. Between the pageantry of the post parade, the tradition of the mint julep, marquee style on Millionaires Row and two minutes of pure suspense, it attracts visitors from around the globe. Whether you're travelling as a couple, with friends, as part of a corporate incentive or a VIP delegation, a day at the Kentucky Derby offers an unforgettable experience that combines sport, tradition and luxury.

Derby week highlights

The 2027 Kentucky Derby at a Glance

Key Dates to Build Your Kentucky Derby Itinerary

Thunder Over LouisvilleClick to discoverThunder Over LouisvilleKentucky Derby Festival opens with Thunder Over Louisville, a fireworks and air show spectacle over the Ohio River that draws hundreds of thousands to the riverfront each spring.Click to return

Pegasus ParadeClick to discoverPegasus ParadeThe Pegasus Parade brings marching bands, floats and giant balloons through downtown Louisville, one of the signature traditions of Kentucky Derby Festival season.Click to return

ThurbyClick to discoverThurbyThurby, the Thursday of Derby Week on April 29, 2027, has grown into one of Churchill Downs' most popular race days for its lively, festival-like atmosphere.Click to return

Kentucky OaksClick to discoverKentucky OaksRun on April 30, 2027, the Kentucky Oaks is America's premier race for three-year-old fillies and one of the largest single-day crowds in horse racing.Click to return

Derby WeekClick to discoverDerby WeekOpening Day, Dawn at the Downs and other themed race days fill Churchill Downs from April 24 to 29, 2027, building the anticipation toward the main event.Click to return

Kentucky DerbyClick to discoverKentucky DerbyThe 153rd Kentucky Derby runs on May 1, 2027, at Churchill Downs in Louisville, the most exciting two minutes in sports and the first jewel of the Triple Crown.Click to return

Every detail handled

Every Detail Handled, From Boardroom to Turf Club

Experience America's most legendary horse race with Get Americas. From premium Derby Day access and exclusive hospitality to luxury hotels, private transportation and unforgettable experiences, we manage every detail from arrival to the final stretch.

For Corporate & Incentive Groups

We build tailor-made programs for corporate clients and incentive groups, from Millionaires Row hospitality to private suites overlooking the Twin Spires. This is where business relationships turn into lasting memories.

For Individual & VIP Journeys

We craft personalized journeys for couples and small circles of friends seeking the real Kentucky Derby, without the codes of a standard group tour, matched to how you and your companions want to experience the day.

Built for sales directors and executive teams seeking a globally recognized reward.

Private hospitality space access at Churchill Downs, secured through trusted ticketing partners, across Kentucky Oaks (April 30) and Kentucky Derby (May 1), 2027, plus dedicated event space and an optional team building activity.
For Individual & VIP Journeys: the same private access, secured through trusted ticketing partners, is also available as the Private Suite Weekend, for you and a small circle of friends or family, with mint juleps, statement hats and a dedicated Get Americas concierge throughout your stay.

Proven expertise

Why Groups and Discerning Travelers Trust Get Americas

Since 2009, Get Americas has designed group travel and bespoke individual journeys across the United States, from the FIFA World Cup and Club World Cup to Millionaires Row hospitality and private suites at the Kentucky Derby, trusted by corporate groups and the world's leading luxury travel advisor networks alike.

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