The 2018 Kentucky Derby will be held on Saturday, May 5, 2018, at Churchill Downs in Louisville, Ky. and you can enjoy VIP access courtesy of Varsity Travel and Sports Empire.
Your package includes a two or three-night stay at an area hotel (see below), daily breakfast, a first floor Grandstand ticket for the Kentucky Derby, round-trip transfers from the hotel to the track as well as from the airport to the hotel and back and a Saturday morning hotel visit by a track insider with tips to make the most of your Derby experience!
Additional Options
- Kentucky Oaks First Floor Grandstand Ticket and Transfer. From: $300 per person
- Dawn at the Downs – Thursday Morning (7-9AM) the track offers fans the chance to watch the Kentucky Oaks and Kentucky Derby contenders go through their morning workouts while enjoying a Kentucky-style breakfast buffet (transfers not included). From: $65 per person
- Thursday – Taste Of Derby – A roster of award-winning chefs and horse racing celebrities from some of the country’s top culinary and Thoroughbred racing destinations come together at the Taste of Derby celebration (no transfers – price tentative). From: $400 per person
- Friday – Derby Eve Distilled! This exclusive Bourbon & Culinary Experience at Buffalo Trace Distillery includes an After Hours Private Distillery Tour & Tasting, a Bourbon Inspired Dinner, Signature Cocktails, Live Bluegrass Band and Cigars on the Porch! Includes transportation from Downtown Louisville, Tour Guide, Distillery Tour/Tasting, Bourbon Inspired Dinner and 2 Signature Cocktails (cash bar also available). From: $350 per person
- Friday – The Unbridled Eve Gala at the Galt House is one of the most anticipated black tie-optional events of the year for Louisville lovers, celebrities, and racing enthusiasts! (no transfers – price tentative). From: $1250 per person
- Friday – The Barnstable Brown Gala is a black-tie affair that has long been the top Kentucky Derby party and the most coveted Derby Eve party ticket anywhere. You can rub elbows with world-famous celebrities at Patricia Barnstable Brown’s elegant home in Louisville’s Highlands neighborhood. (no transfers – price tentative). From: $1500 per person
- Lexington Self Drive & Horse Farm Tour – Drive 75 miles to Lexington, KY including 2 days compact car rental and 1/2 day narrated horse farm tour. From: $150 per person
HOTEL OPTIONS
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Comfort Suites Louisville Airport The Comfort Suites offers the best of true southern hospitality and the extra space you need with inviting guest rooms that include coffee makers, hairdryers, irons and ironing boards, refrigerators and microwaves. Keep your electronic devices charged with the recharge device including AC and USB outlets provided in all guest rooms and complimentary wifi. The hotel is located 8 miles from the Churchill Downs and 5 miles from Louisville Standiford Airport (SDF). |
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SpringHill Suites Downtown The Springhill Suites by Marriott Downtown offers free internet access, luxury bedding, microwave, and mini-fridge an indoor pool, and 24-hour fitness center. The hotel is approximately 8 miles from Churchill Downs and 5 miles Louisville Standiford Airport (SDF). |
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The Galt House Downtown |
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Courtyard Lexington Keeneland/Airport The Courtyard Lexington Keeneland/Airport features modern and comfortable guest rooms and the lobby features The Bistro – Eat, drink and connect in our restaurant that serves both breakfast and dinner plus complimentary parking and wifi. The hotel is located about 75 miles from the Churchill Downs and 2 miles from Blue Grass Airport – Lexington (LEX). |
TICKET INFORMATION
- First Floor Sections 126-128 Included
Upgrades (additional per person):
- Kentucky Derby First Floor Grandstand (121-122) Add From $400
- Kentucky Derby First Floor Clubhouse (110-115) Add From $650
- Kentucky Derby First Floor Clubhouse (116-118) Add From $1200
- Kentucky Derby Second Floor (224-225) Add From $300
- Kentucky Derby Second Floor (222-223) Add From $500
- Kentucky Derby Third Floor (324-325) Add From $900
- Kentucky Derby Third Floor Clubhouse (320-321) Add From $2000
- Kentucky Derby Third Floor Clubhouse (318-319) Add From $2500
- Kentucky Derby Third Floor Clubhouse (317) Add From $3000
PACKAGE PRICES
- Prices are per person
| HOTEL | DATES | DOUBLE | SINGLE | TRIPLE | QUAD |
| Comfort Suites | May 3-6, 2018 | $1995 | $2850 | $1795 | $1695 |
| Springhill Suites Downtown | May 3-6, 2018 | $2695 | $4195 | $2195 | $1995 |
| Gait House Downtown | May 3-6, 2018 | $3995 | $6495 | $3295 | $2895 |
| Courtyard Lexington | May 4-6, 2018 | $1495 | $1895 | $1350 | $1295 |