Churchill Downs Issues Reminder Of Kentucky Derby Health And Safety Protocols For Spectators Sponsored by:
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In advance of the 147th running of the $3 million Kentucky Derby presented by Woodford Reserve (Grade 1) on Saturday, Churchill Downs Racetrack is reminding guests of the health and safety protocols in place to host America s greatest race. The Kentucky Derby, first staged in 1875, is the longest continually-held major sporting event in the United States.
Owing to physical distancing protocols and other safety measures in place, Churchill Downs is limiting the number of reserved seats to 40 to 50 percent capacity and up to 60 percent in certain private premium areas that allow social distancing. Additionally, Infield-Only general admission ticket sales are limited to approximately 25 to 30 percent of capacity in the spacious, outdoor 22-acre Infield.
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Churchill Downs announces festivities for this year s Thurby celebration Share Updated: 9:38 PM EDT Apr 26, 2021 WLKY Digital Team Share Updated: 9:38 PM EDT Apr 26, 2021 WLKY Digital Team Churchill Downs Racetrack announced a lineup of festivities for this year s Thurby celebration. The event will include a day of music that celebrates the Commonwealth, including performances from Kentucky natives Ben Sollee, Scott T. Smith, Zaniah, and Abby Hamilton. Guests will also be able to enjoy Kentucky-inspired cuisine offered throughout the racetrack. “Thurby has quickly become one of the most treasured traditions of Kentucky Derby Week,” Churchill Downs Racetrack President Mike Anderson said. “It is the opportunity to celebrate what makes Kentucky, and the people in it, so unique and special. This year, we have creatively designed live entertainment throughout the racing schedule so guests can enjoy the day o
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Tori Kelly is off to the races.
The singer has been tapped to sing the national anthem at the 147th Kentucky Derby next month. Churchill Downs Racetrack announced Monday that Toriâs performance will take place just after 5 p.m. ET on May 1, and will be broadcast live as part of NBC’s Kentucky Derby coverage.
“Tori Kelly is one of music’s most vibrant, versatile artists, and we look forward to her national anthem performance as we come together this year to celebrate the Kentucky Derby,”
Mike Anderson, president of Churchill Downs Racetrack, says in a statement. “We are excited to welcome Tori to Louisville to help us kick off the Run for the Roses on the first Saturday in May.”
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Tori Kelly is off to the races.
The singer has been tapped to sing the national anthem at the 147th Kentucky Derby next month. Churchill Downs Racetrack announced Monday that Toriâs performance will take place just after 5 p.m. ET on May 1, and will be broadcast live as part of NBCâs Kentucky Derby coverage.
âTori Kelly is one of musicâs most vibrant, versatile artists, and we look forward to her national anthem performance as we come together this year to celebrate the Kentucky Derby,â
Mike Anderson, president of Churchill Downs Racetrack, says in a statement. âWe are excited to welcome Tori to Louisville to help us kick off the Run for the Roses on the first Saturday in May.â
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