April 29, 2025. LOUISVILLE, KY – The Kentucky Derby Festival is getting in the Derby spirit with Kentuckiana Honda Dealers Festival Day at the Downs on Thursday, May 1 at Churchill Downs in the 4th floor Skye Terrace. Gates open at 11:30 a.m. and the post-time for the first race is 12:40 p.m.
Guests can enjoy a premier view of the races with this all-inclusive ticket that features a festive afternoon at the historic racetrack. The day’s third race is named for the Kentucky Derby Festival. 2025 KDF Chair Al Cornish, along with the Derby Festival Queen and Royal Court, will present a 14-inch engraved silver tray to the winning jockey, trainer and owner.
Kentuckiana Honda Dealers Festival Day at the Downs also features reserved seating, a tiered, covered balcony to view the races, an open bar, chef’s table buffet and an Official Race Day Program. Tickets are still available. Reserved Seating: $375 each; Preferred Seating: $400 each. Visit KDF.org to purchase tickets or for more info.
Sponsor: Kentuckiana Honda Dealers. Contributing Sponsors: Abound Credit Union and Kentucky Proud. Official After Party Sponsor: Dave & Buster’s. Media Sponsors: MIX 106.9 and The Voice-Tribune.
