2026 Derby Oaks Tickets Available Thursday At Noon

Churchill Downs announced Wednesday that tickets for the 152nd running of the GI Kentucky Derby presented by Woodford Reserve will go on sale to the public Thursday, Nov. 13 at noon ET.

Two-day all-inclusive reserved tickets for the 152nd GI Longines Kentucky Oaks on Friday, May 1, and Kentucky Derby on Saturday, May 2, will be available for purchase online. The offerings include recently renovated areas such as the Ford First Turn Reserved seating and the Starting Gate Courtyard, both featuring stadium-style seats with convenient access to concessions and wagering windows.

Limited premium and luxury dining experiences will also be available in select areas.

“The Woodford Reserve Paddock Club and Club SI by Sports Illustrated are among our premium offerings,” a Churchill Downs representative confirmed.

Interested buyers can secure these premium experiences by calling the Churchill Downs Premium Sales Department at (502) 636-4447.

Several non-all-inclusive ticket options will also be available, including Infield-only general admission tickets and two-day Infield Final Turn general admission tickets.

The Infield Final Turn provides a private area with food and beverage concessions for purchase, along with dedicated restrooms and wagering windows.

Fans can secure tickets through the official Churchill Downs website or by calling (502) 636-4447.

For those seeking tickets through resale, Churchill Downs provides the only secure, official resale marketplace via the Churchill Downs Ticketmaster Ticket Exchange.

The iconic racing events continue to be among the most sought-after sporting tickets in the country, with premium seating options typically selling out quickly after release.

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