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Road to the Kentucky Derby Kickoff - Dining

Churchill Downs in LouisvilleΣάβ 12 Σεπ 2026 · 12:45 μ.μ.

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Road to the Kentucky Derby Kickoff - Dining is a Sports / Equestrian / Horse Racing event at Churchill Downs in Louisville.

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Experience the excitement of the Road to the Kentucky Derby at this special dining event held in Louisville. Guests can enjoy a taste of Churchill Downs while learning about the historic points system that determines which horses qualify for the Kentucky Derby. The atmosphere blends the elegance of fine dining with the thrill of thoroughbred racing.

The Road to the Kentucky Derby is a points-based qualification system introduced in 2012 to replace the previous earnings-based method. It features dozens of stakes races for 2 and 3-year-old thoroughbreds, with points awarded to top finishers. The system has changed how horses are prepared for the Derby, placing heavy weight on later races and ensuring a competitive field.

Attendees can savor Churchill Downs dining offerings while immersing themselves in the rich tradition of the Kentucky Derby. This kickoff event sets the stage for the racing season ahead, offering a unique opportunity to celebrate one of America's most iconic sporting events.

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The event takes place in Louisville, Kentucky, at Churchill Downs.
This is a dining-focused event, so expect a culinary experience alongside racing-themed activities.
It kicks off the Road to the Kentucky Derby season, offering insight into the qualification system.

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What is the Road to the Kentucky Derby?

It is a points system used to determine which horses qualify for a position in the starting gate for the Kentucky Derby, featuring dozens of stakes races for 2 and 3-year-old thoroughbreds.

How were horses previously selected for the Kentucky Derby before the points system?

Before the points system, horses were selected based on earnings from all graded stakes races worldwide.

How many positions are available in the Kentucky Derby starting gate?

There are 20 positions available in the starting gate for the Kentucky Derby, with one reserved for the winner of the Japan Road to the Kentucky Derby and one for the European Road to the Kentucky Derby since 2018.

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Road to the Kentucky Derby

The Road to the Kentucky Derby is a points system used to determine which horses qualify for a position in the starting gate for the Kentucky Derby. It features dozens of stakes races for 2 and 3-year-old Thoroughbreds – the number and specific races have changed slightly over the years. The points

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