Plan Your Day at the Races

Celebrate world-class racing

Keeneland hosts racing each April and October. Experience the best of Keeneland and plan the perfect race day with help from the resources below.

 
2022
Spring Meet

April 8-29

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View Ticket & Admissions Policy
Pre-Purchase Tickets

Before you arrive, follow these simple steps to plan your day at the races.

 

  1. Check Availability: Click here to review available ticket inventory and select your desired date(s).
  2. Purchase in Advance: Buy your tickets online ahead of time. Tickets will be emailed or texted directly to your phone! No cash transactions will occur at the gates and attendance will be capped at optimal capacity.
  3. Sold Out Dates: Check our box office frequently for new ticket availability. General Admission, Reserved Seat and Dining inventory updates in real-time as changes occur and will be available for purchase on our website. 
  4. Scan at the Gates: Show your electronic barcode on your phone at the gate and scan for easy entry.

Fall Meet Tickets

 

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General Admission

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Reserved Grandstand

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EQ room

Equestrian Room

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Lex/KY room

Lexington/Kentucky Room

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Phoenix Room

Phoenix Room

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General Admission Season Pass

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Tailgating on the Hill

Keeneland’s tradition of tailgating on The Hill will continue this Fall and makes for a great way to take in the Keeneland Fall Meet every Friday and Saturday. Tickets are not required for The Hill.

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Individual Reservations
and Ticketing

for Live Racing

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Keeneland
Club Members

Access the Keeneland Club Member Portal

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Stakes Schedule

for the Fall Meet

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Health and Safety
Protocols

Health and Safety Information

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Tailgating Information

for the Fall Meet

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Fall Meet Concessions

Learn more about Keeneland’s concession dining & bar options available during live racing.

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Fall Meet Events

 

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Sunrise Trackside

Saturday mornings during the Fall Meet

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The Hill

Fridays & Saturdays during the Fall Meet

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Jockey Autograph Signing

Saturday, Oct. 9

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WINS-Day Challenge

Wednesdays during the Fall Meet

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Make-A-Wish Day

Thursday, Oct. 14

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CSD

College Scholarship Day presented by Lane's End

Friday, Oct. 15

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Kids Club Family Day presented by Kentucky Children's Hospital

Sunday, Oct. 17

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Heroes Day

Sunday, Oct. 24

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Sunrise Trackside - Halloween Edition

Saturday, Oct. 30

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BETologists
Need some help in the betting department? Look no further than our resident BETologists! Find them at Wagering Central, trackside under the Grandstand, or roaming around the grounds for tips, pointers and assistance on how to bet!
Keeneland Select
Bet from your phone from any location by using Keeneland Select! New sign-ups receive a special $100 back when they wager $200 on the Fall Meet, in addition to the standard sign-up bonus which earns you another $100 back when you bet $300.

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The Keeneland Shop

Celebrate your Keeneland experience by visiting The Keeneland Shop, located near the South Gate entrance to find commemorative apparel, equestrian-themed gifts and more!

 

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The Keeneland Race Day App

The Keeneland Race Day app is your guide to handicapping and enjoying a day of Keeneland Racing - all at your fingertips!

Download at ITUNES.COM or PLAY.GOOGLE.COM

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Parking & Transportation

Enjoy free parking in designated paved rows near the Grandstand, in the Meadow and on The Hill.

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Keeneland
Grounds Map

View the Grounds

 
Take a 360° Tour
of Keeneland

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Live Racing

Things to Know Before Your Race Day Visit

  • Gates open at 11 a.m.
  • Due to capacity limitations, all tickets must be purchased in advance; no day-of onsite ticket sales.
  • Post time for the first race each day is 1:00 p.m. Races are run approximately every half hour.
  • Mutuel windows in the grandstand open at around 12:30 p.m. Drive-thru wagering opens at 8 a.m.
  • Foldable chairs are only permitted in general areas on the first floor; they are not permitted in the Clubhouse, Paddock area, or floors 2-4.
  • Alcohol, coolers, food or beverage, grills, tents and selfie sticks are not permitted inside the admission gates.
  • Fans may notice additional security when entering Keeneland's admission gates. Patrons will be asked to open their coats or jackets for visual inspection, and soft checks will be performed on any bags. You may be asked to return traditional backpacks to your car.
  • All bags are subject to inspection at the admission gate. Traditional backpacks and book bags are not permitted. Guests may bring strollers, diaper bags, camera bags and purses/pocket books at Keeneland's discretion.
  • Keeneland is accessible to patrons with disabilities. Please call the ticketing office at (859) 288-4299 for more information.
  • Only trained service animals are permitted inside the gates. Service animals will not be permitted inside the Paddock or Walking Ring, due to the safety of our horses.
  • Firearms and weapons are not allowed within the race track gates, regardless of a CCDW permit.

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