The Kentucky Derby is perhaps the most iconic horse race in the world, where each running creates another legendary chapter in the Churchill Downs history book.
And the famous spectacle goes beyond the 1 1/4-mile track and Thoroughbreds, with a unique atmosphere that only adds to the overall intrigue—from the festive hats to the mint juleps and even the celebrity sightings.
It’s why so many horse racing fans and curious crowds look to attend the Derby, to be part of such storied American sports culture that has produced memorable moments since 1875.
