Churchill Downs Rules - by Brobury Sports

The Kentucky Derby at Churchill Downs in one of the longest running sporting events in the world, sporting a 136 year history. Each year, thousands come to watch the event and most leave with lifelong memories. Much like the Master in golf, the Kentucky Derby has a set of rules and guidelines, further distinguishing it from any other racing event. Below is a list of rules and regulations that all visitors to Churchill Downs must follow.

 

Dress Code
 
Part of the allure of attending the Kentucky Derby is that it is a place to be seen, the event is a place where the attire makes almost as many headlines as the action itself. Women sporting fabulous hats and dresses and men looking their absolute best is commonplace. Below is a description of their strict dress code.

 

Spectators in the Jockey Club, Finish Line suites Aristides & Stakes rooms, and the Turf Club are required to dress as business casual. Don’t even think about showing up wearing any type of denim, jeans, shorts or tennis shoes as all are strictly prohibited. According to Churchill Downs, business casual is all of the following:

 

Jackets and Blazers
Vests, collard shirts, and sweaters
Dresses
Pantsuits
Slacks 
 
The more well-heeled patrons may find themselves watching the festivities from

Millionaires Row, Matt Winn Dining Room and premium indoor box seats. Their clothing restrictions are somewhat eased as they are asked to dress in casual attire. Churchill Downs describes casual attire as follows:

 

Jackets optional, Blazers
Vests, collared shirts, and sweaters
Dresses, Pantsuits
Slack, golf shorts, dress shorts, dress jeans, and capris
  
Race Day Times
 
For the featured races, the gates for Churchill Downs open at 8:00 a.m. with the first race taking place at 11AM. The Kentucky Derby begins at 6:04 p.m. and the last race is at 7:27 p.m.
 
Rules and Guidelines

 

As previously mentioned, Kentucky Derby spectators are required to follow several rules and regulations or risk expulsion from the grounds. All bags brought in are subject to search by security staff.

What you can bring
 
Baby Bags
Binoculars, cameras and camcorders
Blankets
Cellular Phones
Chairs
Packed lunches and food items in clear plastic bags or containers
Purses
Strollers
Small Radios, TV’s, CD players
Tarpaulins
  

What you can’t bring
Alcoholic beverages
Briefcases, backpacks, luggage pieces, or duffel bags
Bottles and cans (beverages and lotion containers)
Coolers
Grills
Thermoses
Umbrellas
Weapons (of any kind, including scissors and knives)
Wagons

 

The rules are simple and straightforward. Adhere to them and you will enjoy your time at the event without a hitch.


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