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Sunrise trackside
Sunrise Trackside
Visit Keeneland on Saturday mornings during the race meet to experience the sunrise, sights and sounds of Sunrise Trackside at Keeneland. Coffee and light breakfast offerings will be available to enjoy at The Starting Gate concession stand while watching morning works.
Guests of all ages can learn more about the workings of Keeneland by joining a complimentary mini tour. Visit the Tours Podium located near the Paddock area for more information.
Children's Activities will take place from 8:00 – 10:00 a.m. underneath the grandstand. Activities include a visit with Keeneland’s mascot, Buckles, face painting, games, jockey silk photos, and more! From 8:30 - 9 a.m. families can pet a horse in the paddock and visit the track apron to watch the John Deere Tractor break as they groom the track between morning workouts.
On October 26, a special Halloween edition of Sunrise Trackside will take place including a costume contest and an appearance from the Headless Horseman at 9:45 a.m. in the Paddock.
Sunrise Trackside is open to all, and tickets are not required to attend this event. Please review new parking information below for a seamless entry to the event. If you have questions, contact us at [email protected]. We look forward to sharing the magic of the morning with you and your family.
NEW! Important Parking Information
Parking has changed slightly this year due to the construction of the new Paddock Building. To ensure a smooth entry and exit process for all patrons visiting Keeneland, we have adjusted our parking operations.
Patrons arriving before 10 a.m., Wednesday through Sunday to visit the Keeneland Shop, Tours, Morning Workouts and Sunrise Trackside, will be parked in the lower rows of the Green Lot. Vehicles must be moved by 10:30 a.m. or cars will be towed. Entry through Gate 1 (Man O' War).
Patrons who have purchased a Green Lot pass may have their ticket scanned to park in the upper rows of the Green Lot and remain there for the entire race day.
If the lower rows of the Green Lot fill up, patrons visiting the Keeneland Shop, Tours, Morning Workouts and Sunrise Trackside will be directed to the Meadow. If parking in the Meadow, patrons staying for the races may remain in their parking location for the entire race day.
The Bus Lot is available for tour companies or large groups that arrive in a vehicle that falls under one of the following categories: Charter Bus (40-55 passenger), School Busses, Stretch Limousines, Sprinter Vans (longer that 20’ in length), Mini Bus, Trolly. Vehicles may park in the Bus Lot until 10:30 a.m. at no charge. Groups that plan to park in the Bus Lot for the race day should contact [email protected] to purchase a Bus Lot pass. Entry though Gate 1 (Man O' War).
Frequently Asked Questions
- Do I need a ticket to attend?
No, Sunrise Trackside is a free event open to the public and does NOT require a ticket. Guests will, however, be required to exit the event at 10 a.m. If you have a ticket to attend the race day, you will still be required to exit and re-enter at 11 a.m. This allows the Keeneland teams to prepare for the race day.
- What time do morning workouts begin?
Morning workouts begin around 6 a.m. and conclude at 10 a.m. Sunrise Trackside activities (games, tours, concessions) do not begin until 8 a.m.
- What breakfast offerings are available?
Trackside from 8 - 10 a.m. there will be Donuts, Sausage Biscuits, Coffee, Milk, Juice, and Water available for purchase.
- What kind of activities are available?
There are activities available for all ages. Mini tours are available starting from the Paddock with Keeneland’s knowledgeable tour guides and children’s activities will take place under the grandstand. Children’s activities include face painting, games, arts & crafts, photo ops and a meet & greet with the Kids Club mascot, Buckles.
From 8:30 - 9 a.m. patrons can pet a horse in the paddock and visit the track apron to watch the John Deere Tractor break as they groom the track between morning workouts.
- What items are prohibited?
Please review prohibited items HERE.
- What about breakfast at the Track Kitchen?
The Track Kitchen is open from 5 a.m. – 5 p.m. With construction, there is limited parking available at the Track Kitchen for those eating there. If you choose to walk, please remember any car parked in the Green Lot without a pass will need to be moved at 10:30 a.m. or it will be subject to towing.