Kentucky Derby 2027 Louisville, Kentucky Curated by Get Americas.

1 RaceSaturday, May 1, 2027, Louisville, Kentucky

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End to Endhotels, access, transfers and on-site coordination at the highest level

Experience the most exciting two minutes in sports with tailor-made travel packages that combine premium Derby Day access, luxury accommodations, exclusive hospitality, and memorable moments 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'll replay for years. These are the moments every racing fan dreams of.

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, subject to availability.

Hotels Near Churchill Downs

We hand-select hotels in downtown Louisville and near Churchill Downs, so you and your companions are never far from post time.

Race Day Transfers

We schedule airport transfers, hotel shuttles, and track drop-offs around every event of Derby Week, from Thurby to Derby Day.

Trackside VIP Access

Paddock access, post parade views, and premium hospitality turn Derby Day into a highlight for every VIP traveler, whether in a group or on their own.

Tailor-Made Derby Week Itineraries

Whether you attend Derby Day alone or want a full Derby Week program from Thurby to the Kentucky Oaks, we shape every itinerary around your calendar, for solo travelers, couples, and groups.

Concierge Services

Beyond the finish line, a dedicated concierge opens doors to Louisville's best restaurants, bourbon bars, and sights.

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, run every year since 1875 and drawing well over 100,000 spectators to Churchill Downs. The pageantry of the post parade, the tradition of the mint julep, the fashion on Millionaires Row, and two minutes of pure suspense draw visitors from around the globe. Whether you're traveling as a couple, with friends, or as part of a corporate incentive or VIP delegation, a day at the Derby 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 Louisville fireworks during Derby Festival

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 Parade festivities during the Kentucky Derby Festival

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

Churchill Downs race-day atmosphere during Thurby

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 Oaks thoroughbred race at Churchill Downs

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

Kentucky Derby Week celebrations in Louisville

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 Derby race day at Churchill Downs

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

From Boardroom to Turf Club

Get Americas handles every detail of your Derby trip, from premium Derby Day access and exclusive hospitality to hotels, private transportation, and curated local experiences, 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. It's where business relationships turn into lasting memories.

For Individual & VIP Journeys

We craft personalized journeys for couples and small groups of friends who want the real Kentucky Derby rather than a standard group tour, shaped around how you 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 USA, from the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup and the 2026 FIFA World Cup to Millionaires Row hospitality and private suites at the Kentucky Derby. Corporate groups and luxury travel advisors alike trust us with their clients.

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The operational experience we built at the 2026 FIFA World Cup and the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup now applies to every major sporting event in the country. The Super Bowl, the US Open, Formula 1, and the NBA all follow the same playbook, alongside landmark events such as the LA 2028 Olympic Games and the 2031 Rugby World Cup. One agency, every venue, every traveler, from incentive groups to individual and VIP journeys.