Churchill Downs Tickets and Event Dates
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Venue Information
Venue Details
Directions
Churchill Downs700 Central Avenue
Louisville, KY 40208
Main phone: 502.636.4400
Churchill Downs is located in South-Central Louisville, approximately three miles from the downtown business district and two miles from Louisville International Airport (Standiford Field). The racetrack is a short drive from any location in the metropolitan area.
Access from expressways
I-264 (Watterson) to Southern Parkway or Taylor Boulevard North exit.
I-65 to the Crittenden Drive exit. Turn Right on Central Ave.
From Downtown
Follow Third Street south. Then right on Central Avenue.
Parking
(Lots open at 12:00 p.m. and Gates open at 1:00 pm)PREPAID PARKING IN LONGFIELD LOT
From Taylor Blvd. turn onto Longfield Avenue and left into GATE 10.
PREPAID PARKING IN LOTS 3, 5, 6, 7, 8, and 9
From Taylor Blvd turn onto Central Avenue and right on 9th Street.
From Crittenden Drive turn onto Central Avenue and left on 9th Street
PREPAID PARKING IN LOT 10
From Taylor Blvd. turn into Lot 10 near Central Avenue
Satellite parking is available at Papa Johns Cardinal Stadium is located off Crittenden drive on Central Avenue. Parking sold on event day $10.00. From parking lot you have the option of walking 6 blocks or taking the TARC shuttle.
Public Transportation
TARC will offer shuttles service (with air conditioning or heat) from Papa Johns Cardinal Stadium for $10 round trip, drop off and pick up in front of Gate 1.
Box Office Hours
Day of the event, Box Office will open at 11:00 a.m. - 11:00 p.m.WILLCALL opens at 11:00 am.
Types of Payment Accepted
Visa, American Express, Mastercard, Discover, and CashWill Call
Will Call will be available on the day of the event starting at 11:00 AM. CUSTOMERS MUST PRESENT A VALID PHOTO I.D., CONFIRMATION NUMBER AND THE ACTUAL CREDIT CARD USED TO PURCHASE THE TICKETS.Accessible Seating
Accessible seating is located at several locations throughout the venue.General Rules
Weather Policy: Festival takes place Rain or Shine.Allowed items: Binoculars, non-professional cameras, blankets, covers, Collapsible camping chairs, backpacks(medium sized and non-framed), and up to 2 20oz sealed plastic water bottles per person






