Racing in Louisville

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Updated: October 27, 2026
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Discover upcoming racing events in Louisville, including NASCAR, IndyCar, drag racing, motorcycle racing, dirt track competitions, and family-friendly motorsports. Explore race schedules, venues, ticket options, and racing events throughout Louisville and nearby areas.

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Next Racing Event:
Day At The Races
Oct 28 · 1:00 PM · Louisville, KY
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Upcoming Racing Schedule 2026

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Upcoming Racing Events: 28
  • Oct
    28
    2026
    1:00 PM
    Wed
    Horse
    Best Value
    Day At The Races
    Churchill Downs • 50,000 seats
    Churchill Downs
    location700 Central Ave, Louisville, KY 40208location700 Central Ave, Louisville, KY 40208
    From $3Avg. price ~ $33Tickets Available: 237
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  • Oct
    29
    2026
    1:00 PM
    Thu
    Horse
    Day At The Races
    Churchill Downs • 50,000 seats
    Churchill Downs
    location700 Central Ave, Louisville, KY 40208location700 Central Ave, Louisville, KY 40208
    From $6Avg. price ~ $37Tickets Available: 277
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  • Nov
    01
    2026
    1:00 PM
    Sun
    Horse
    High Demand
    Weekend Event
    Day At The Races
    Churchill Downs • 50,000 seats
    Churchill Downs
    location700 Central Ave, Louisville, KY 40208location700 Central Ave, Louisville, KY 40208
    From $5Avg. price ~ $45Tickets Available: 434
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  • Nov
    04
    2026
    1:00 PM
    Wed
    Horse
    Best Value
    High Demand
    Day At The Races
    Churchill Downs • 50,000 seats
    Churchill Downs
    location700 Central Ave, Louisville, KY 40208location700 Central Ave, Louisville, KY 40208
    From $3Avg. price ~ $40Tickets Available: 514
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  • Nov
    05
    2026
    1:00 PM
    Thu
    Horse
    Best Value
    High Demand
    Day At The Races
    Churchill Downs • 50,000 seats
    Churchill Downs
    location700 Central Ave, Louisville, KY 40208location700 Central Ave, Louisville, KY 40208
    From $3Avg. price ~ $51Tickets Available: 556
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  • Nov
    06
    2026
    1:00 PM
    Fri
    Horse
    High Demand
    Day At The Races
    Churchill Downs • 50,000 seats
    Churchill Downs
    location700 Central Ave, Louisville, KY 40208location700 Central Ave, Louisville, KY 40208
    From $4Avg. price ~ $41Tickets Available: 521
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  • Nov
    07
    2026
    1:00 PM
    Sat
    Horse
    High Demand
    Weekend Event
    Day At The Races
    Churchill Downs • 50,000 seats
    Churchill Downs
    location700 Central Ave, Louisville, KY 40208location700 Central Ave, Louisville, KY 40208
    From $11Avg. price ~ $52Tickets Available: 453
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  • Nov
    08
    2026
    1:00 PM
    Sun
    Horse
    High Demand
    Weekend Event
    Day At The Races
    Churchill Downs • 50,000 seats
    Churchill Downs
    location700 Central Ave, Louisville, KY 40208location700 Central Ave, Louisville, KY 40208
    From $6Avg. price ~ $41Tickets Available: 494
    View Tickets
  • Nov
    11
    2026
    1:00 PM
    Wed
    Horse
    High Demand
    Day At The Races
    Churchill Downs • 50,000 seats
    Churchill Downs
    location700 Central Ave, Louisville, KY 40208location700 Central Ave, Louisville, KY 40208
    From $6Avg. price ~ $51Tickets Available: 509
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  • Nov
    12
    2026
    1:00 PM
    Thu
    Horse
    High Demand
    Day At The Races
    Churchill Downs • 50,000 seats
    Churchill Downs
    location700 Central Ave, Louisville, KY 40208location700 Central Ave, Louisville, KY 40208
    From $6Avg. price ~ $53Tickets Available: 562
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  • Nov
    13
    2026
    1:00 PM
    Fri
    Horse
    High Demand
    Day At The Races
    Churchill Downs • 50,000 seats
    Churchill Downs
    location700 Central Ave, Louisville, KY 40208location700 Central Ave, Louisville, KY 40208
    From $6Avg. price ~ $53Tickets Available: 473
    View Tickets
  • Nov
    14
    2026
    1:00 PM
    Sat
    Horse
    High Demand
    Weekend Event
    Day At The Races
    Churchill Downs • 50,000 seats
    Churchill Downs
    location700 Central Ave, Louisville, KY 40208location700 Central Ave, Louisville, KY 40208
    From $6Avg. price ~ $52Tickets Available: 367
    View Tickets
  • Nov
    15
    2026
    1:00 PM
    Sun
    Horse
    High Demand
    Weekend Event
    Day At The Races
    Churchill Downs • 50,000 seats
    Churchill Downs
    location700 Central Ave, Louisville, KY 40208location700 Central Ave, Louisville, KY 40208
    From $6Avg. price ~ $55Tickets Available: 513
    View Tickets
  • Nov
    18
    2026
    1:00 PM
    Wed
    Horse
    High Demand
    Day At The Races
    Churchill Downs • 50,000 seats
    Churchill Downs
    location700 Central Ave, Louisville, KY 40208location700 Central Ave, Louisville, KY 40208
    From $6Avg. price ~ $57Tickets Available: 498
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  • Nov
    19
    2026
    1:00 PM
    Thu
    Horse
    High Demand
    Day At The Races
    Churchill Downs • 50,000 seats
    Churchill Downs
    location700 Central Ave, Louisville, KY 40208location700 Central Ave, Louisville, KY 40208
    From $6Avg. price ~ $54Tickets Available: 541
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  • Nov
    20
    2026
    1:00 PM
    Fri
    Horse
    High Demand
    Day At The Races
    Churchill Downs • 50,000 seats
    Churchill Downs
    location700 Central Ave, Louisville, KY 40208location700 Central Ave, Louisville, KY 40208
    From $6Avg. price ~ $55Tickets Available: 505
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  • Nov
    21
    2026
    1:00 PM
    Sat
    Horse
    High Demand
    Weekend Event
    Day At The Races
    Churchill Downs • 50,000 seats
    Churchill Downs
    location700 Central Ave, Louisville, KY 40208location700 Central Ave, Louisville, KY 40208
    From $6Avg. price ~ $53Tickets Available: 493
    View Tickets
  • Nov
    22
    2026
    1:00 PM
    Sun
    Horse
    High Demand
    Weekend Event
    Day At The Races
    Churchill Downs • 50,000 seats
    Churchill Downs
    location700 Central Ave, Louisville, KY 40208location700 Central Ave, Louisville, KY 40208
    From $6Avg. price ~ $52Tickets Available: 545
    View Tickets
  • Nov
    25
    2026
    1:00 PM
    Wed
    Horse
    High Demand
    Day At The Races
    Churchill Downs • 50,000 seats
    Churchill Downs
    location700 Central Ave, Louisville, KY 40208location700 Central Ave, Louisville, KY 40208
    From $6Avg. price ~ $55Tickets Available: 528
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  • Nov
    26
    2026
    11:30 AM
    Thu
    Horse
    High Demand
    Day At The Races
    Churchill Downs • 50,000 seats
    Churchill Downs
    location700 Central Ave, Louisville, KY 40208location700 Central Ave, Louisville, KY 40208
    From $6Avg. price ~ $68Tickets Available: 566
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  • Nov
    27
    2026
    1:00 PM
    Fri
    Horse
    High Demand
    Churchill Downs Racing: The Clark
    Churchill Downs • 50,000 seats
    Churchill Downs
    location700 Central Ave, Louisville, KY 40208location700 Central Ave, Louisville, KY 40208
    From $10Avg. price ~ $50Tickets Available: 316
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  • Nov
    28
    2026
    1:00 PM
    Sat
    Horse
    High Demand
    Weekend Event
    Day At The Races
    Churchill Downs • 50,000 seats
    Churchill Downs
    location700 Central Ave, Louisville, KY 40208location700 Central Ave, Louisville, KY 40208
    From $6Avg. price ~ $58Tickets Available: 472
    View Tickets
  • Nov
    29
    2026
    1:00 PM
    Sun
    Horse
    High Demand
    Weekend Event
    Day At The Races
    Churchill Downs • 50,000 seats
    Churchill Downs
    location700 Central Ave, Louisville, KY 40208location700 Central Ave, Louisville, KY 40208
    From $6Avg. price ~ $54Tickets Available: 561
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  • Mar
    13
    2027
    5:00 PM
    Sat
    Truck
    Weekend Event
    Monster Jam
    Freedom Hall At Kentucky State Fair • 19,169 seats
    Freedom Hall At Kentucky State Fair
    location937 Phillips Lane, Louisville, KY 40209location937 Phillips Lane, Louisville, KY 40209
    From $34Avg. price ~ $83Tickets Available: 3786
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Motocross

Off-road motorcycle racing with jumps, turns, and dirt tracks.

Motorcycle Racing

Road racing, bike events, motocross, and two-wheel competitions.

Go-Kart Racing

Family karting, indoor tracks, outdoor circuits, and youth racing.

Monster Trucks

Monster truck shows, arena events, stunts, jumps, and family fun.

Off-Road Racing

Trucks, UTVs, rugged terrain, desert races, and off-road events.

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Churchill Downs
Louisville, KY
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Upcoming Racing Events: 26
Next Event: Oct 28, 2026
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Freedom Hall At Kentucky State Fair
Louisville, KY
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Upcoming Racing Events: 2
Next Event: Mar 13, 2027
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Popular Racing Series

Racing Series Description
NASCAR Cup Series America's premier stock car championship.
NASCAR Xfinity Series National touring stock car series.
NASCAR Truck Series Pickup truck racing championship.
IndyCar Series Premier open-wheel racing championship.
Formula Racing Regional and international formula competitions.
NHRA Drag Racing Professional quarter-mile drag racing.
World of Outlaws Premier sprint car racing series.
Monster Jam Monster truck competitions and live events.

Racing Event Types

Racing Category Popular Examples
Stock Car Racing NASCAR, local stock cars
Open Wheel IndyCar, Formula racing
Drag Racing NHRA, regional drag strips
Dirt Track Racing Sprint cars, modifieds
Motorcycle Racing Road racing, motocross
Off-Road Racing Trucks, UTVs
Kart Racing Indoor and outdoor karting
Monster Trucks Monster Jam

About Racing Events

What Racing Events Can You Find?

Discover professional motorsports, local racing leagues, drag racing, dirt track competitions, motorcycle racing, karting, and family-friendly racing events throughout Louisville and nearby destinations.

Where Are Racing Events Held?

Racing events take place at speedways, race tracks, drag strips, fairgrounds, motorsports parks, and regional racing venues across the surrounding area.

Who Enjoys Racing Events?

Fans of NASCAR, IndyCar, Formula racing, motorcycle racing, drag racing, monster trucks, and grassroots motorsports can find events for every experience level.

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Racing FAQ

Find answers about racing events, tickets, tracks, schedules, parking, and family-friendly experiences.

What racing events can I find in Louisville?

Browse NASCAR, IndyCar, drag racing, dirt track events, motorcycle racing, monster trucks, kart racing, and local motorsports competitions throughout Louisville and nearby areas.

Where are racing events held?

Events take place at speedways, drag strips, race circuits, motorsports parks, fairgrounds, and regional racing venues.

When is racing season?

Many tracks operate from spring through fall, while indoor venues and selected events take place throughout the year.

Can I buy racing tickets online?

Yes. Many racing events offer advance ticket purchases, reserved seating, VIP packages, parking options, and family ticket offers.

What racing events are family-friendly?

Many speedways host family races, monster truck shows, karting events, and community racing weekends suitable for all ages.

Which racing series compete near Louisville?

Depending on the venue, schedules may include NASCAR, IndyCar, NHRA, local stock cars, sprint cars, motocross, and touring motorsports events.

Are parking and camping available?

Many racing venues offer general parking, premium parking, RV camping, and weekend camping packages.

How often is the racing schedule updated?

Event schedules, venues, dates, and ticket availability are updated regularly as new racing events are announced.