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2024 VIP Kentucky Oaks & Kentucky Derby

Churchill Downs 700 Central Ave, Louisville

Celebrate one of Kentucky’s proudest traditions at Churchill Downs and watch live America’s premier and most lucrative races for 3-year-old fillies and colts. The winner of this VIP experience will receive:  Reserved seating for six (6) in box located in Section 324* to the Kentucky Oaks Reserved seating for six (6) in box located in Section 324* to the Kentucky Derby All inclusive of food, beverage, and alcohol Six (6) tickets to the Winner’s Party at the Kentucky Derby Museum after the Kentucky Derby Parking off site (subject to availability) Added Bonus: Tour of TAA-accredited Second Stride *Box tickets may be subject to change and relocation at the sole discretion of Churchill Downs Donated by: Churchill Downs, Inc., Second Stride

Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance Present at Churchill Downs for Kentucky Derby Week

Churchill Downs 700 Central Ave, Louisville

Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance will be present at Churchill Downs during Kentucky Derby Week for a variety of exciting events leading up to the running of the 150th Kentucky Derby presented by Woodford Reserve which takes place on Saturday, May 4, 2024. Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance will be recognized with a named race on the undercard of Champions Day. Champions Day is a celebration of Thoroughbred racing history, and will be held during Kentucky Derby Week on Wednesday, May 1, 2024. Following the running of the Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance race, a presentation will be made to the winning connections including a branded blanket and branded merchandise. A representative from Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance will be present to host the winners of the “Off to the Races” VIP Experience online benefit auction. This exciting VIP experience was generously donated by Churchill Downs Incorporated and Second Stride. The winners will enjoy all-inclusive box seats, tickets to the Winner’s Party at the Kentucky Derby Museum and a tour of Second Stride, a Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance accredited organization.

21c Derby 150 Brunch & Bet Professional Handicapper Brunch

Enjoy an incredible brunch spread and Top Shelf Open Bar from Proof on Main. Featuring Equibase racing analyst Ellis Star with betting tips and tricks, and “Bluegrass Artist of the Year Mama Said String Band”. Tickets: $200.00 Old Friends receives $21.00 from each ticket purchased. 21C Louisville Hotel and Museum 700 W Main Street, Louisville, KY 40202 Click here for tickets

Second Annual Blue Jeans, Boots & Bulls Party

Featuring buffet dinner, open bar, Derby Horse Calucutta with Old Friends’ John Nicholson as Emcee, live and silent auctions, live music by The Lost Patience Band, Cheap Whiskey, NightFlyer, and Paul Childers. Tickets: $100.00 100% of proceeds benefit Old Friends, University of Kentucky Children’s Hospital, and Timbers Grateful Companions. Blue Grass Stockyards 4561 Iron Works Pike. Lexington, KY 40511 Click here for tickets