kentucky derby: Off to the Races, Off to Louisville Charm
- 05/03/11 10:48 AM
With only few days remaining until the Derby, Louisville is preparing for an influx of visitors for the big race. Though some pre-Derby events have been washed out with recent events, people are flocking into the city. They come for the race but receive a few days of good old Southern charm and modern marketing. "What we've seen is our earliest sellout for the hotels in recent memory for the Derby," said Jim Wood, President of the Greater Louisville Convention & Visitors Bureau, "so that's really encouraging for us. The demand is very, very strong this year." Many events preceding the … (1 comments)
kentucky derby: Did You Enjoy the Wonder of the Thunder?
- 04/17/11 11:23 AM
Did you see and hear the wonder of the Thunder heard in Louisville last night? Thunder Over Louisville, the spectacular airshow and fireworks display that marks the official opening of the Derby Festival, will culminate in the 137th running of the Kentucky Derby on May7th. Held a week earlier than usual to avoid conflict with Easter weekend, the event is considered one of the top 100 events in North America, as well one of the top 5 air shows. With the Zambelli Fireworks Internationale group managing the show, the fireworks are always the latest and great in pyrotechnics display. The cold … (4 comments)
kentucky derby: Derby Day Benefits the Louisville Economy in a Big Way
- 04/07/11 12:32 AM
The Kentucky Derby is to Louisville what the Mardi Gras is to New Orleans. The city is consumed with the May event for several months of the year; in the spring, even if you aren’t particularly interested in horse racing, many of the most exciting Louisville happenings from February on are related to the upcoming event. By April, Derby-doings rule for both ordinary citizens and businesses and then continue for a couple months. You might even call Louisville “Derby-centric” as “the most exciting two minutes in sports” benefits the Louisville economy in a big way. To Louisville businesses, especially hotels, restaurants, … (2 comments)
kentucky derby: Your Kentucky Derby Questions Answered
- 03/30/11 05:23 PM
With Derby Day approaching on May 7, Louisville is already in full race mode. You'll hear a lot about the Derby in upcoming blogs, but today, let's address some questions you may have about the race. What is the Kentucky Derby? The Kentucky Derby is an annual horse race held the first Saturday of May. The contenders are three-year-old thoroughbred horses. Traditionally run in just over two minutes, the race is nicknamed "the most exciting two minutes in sports." In 1963, Northern Dancer won the race in an even two minutes. Secretariat, who later won the Triple Crown, completed the race … (5 comments)
kentucky derby: Hats and Horses in Louisville: The Race is On
- 03/25/11 04:13 PM
As all of Louisville prepares for the "The Most Exciting Two Minutes in Sports," insiders know that the dress code for the Kentucky Derby includes a hat. With the Derby a little more than a month away, the race is on as Louisville prepares for the great day and area milliners prepare to dress the onlookers. At a time when people do not dress up in daily life as they did in the past, the tradition of making a fashion statement with a hat lives on both among men and women. Hats supposedly bring luck , so spectators in the seated … (2 comments)
kentucky derby: Derby Fun in Louisville
- 08/29/10 10:10 AM
Less than three weeks remain until Louisville hosts the 136th running of the Kentucky Derby! You don't have to wait until Derby week to enjoy the excitement. Check out the Derby hopefuls and pick your favorite! You don't have to wait to have fun either. The Kentucky Derby Festival has plenty of events to keep you occupied until the first Saturday in May. On April 28th the Great Steamboat race will take place between the Belle of Louisville and the Belle of the Cincinnati. You can purchase tickets to the event through the festival. Boarding starts at 4:45pm and the race … (5 comments)
kentucky derby: Kentucky Derby 136: Louisville
- 08/02/10 02:33 AM
We know it is only January, but the biggest annual event in Louisville is less than 5 months away! The 136th Kentucky Derby! The Run for the Roses will be held on May 1, 2010. While that may seem like a long time off, if you want to be sure to have tickets for the race and a place to stay; start planning now! Some seating has sold out already! You can purchase tickets online at Churchill Downs. You can also purchase tickets by phone (502-636-4400) starting January 19th when tickets for Dawn at the Downs will also go on sale. … (0 comments)
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With only few days remaining until the Derby, Louisville is preparing for an influx of visitors for the big race. Though some pre-Derby events have been washed out with recent events, people are flocking into the city. They come for the race but receive a few days of good old Southern charm and modern marketing.
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