Racing in Louisville

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Updated: July 27, 2026
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Churchill Downs Racing: Twilight Thursday
Sep 10 · 5:00 PM · Louisville, KY
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  • Sep
    10
    2026
    5:00 PM
    Thu
    Horse
    Churchill Downs Racing: Twilight Thursday
    Churchill Downs Racing: Twilight Thursday
    Churchill Downs • 50000 seats
    Churchill Downs
    location40208, 700 Central Ave  Louisville, KYlocation40208, 700 Central Ave Louisville, KY, US
    From $25Avg. price ~ $46Tickets Available: 163
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  • Sep
    11
    2026
    12:45 PM
    Fri
    Horse
    Best Value
    Day At The Races
    Churchill Downs • 50000 seats
    Churchill Downs
    location40208, 700 Central Ave  Louisville, KYlocation40208, 700 Central Ave Louisville, KY, US
    From $21Avg. price ~ $45Tickets Available: 168
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  • Sep
    12
    2026
    12:45 PM
    Sat
    Horse
    Weekend Event
    Day At The Races
    Churchill Downs • 50000 seats
    Churchill Downs
    location40208, 700 Central Ave  Louisville, KYlocation40208, 700 Central Ave Louisville, KY, US
    From $24Avg. price ~ $30Tickets Available: 102
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  • Sep
    13
    2026
    12:45 PM
    Sun
    Horse
    Best Value
    Weekend Event
    Day At The Races
    Churchill Downs • 50000 seats
    Churchill Downs
    location40208, 700 Central Ave  Louisville, KYlocation40208, 700 Central Ave Louisville, KY, US
    From $21Avg. price ~ $54Tickets Available: 225
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  • Sep
    16
    2026
    12:45 PM
    Wed
    Horse
    Best Value
    Day At The Races
    Churchill Downs • 50000 seats
    Churchill Downs
    location40208, 700 Central Ave  Louisville, KYlocation40208, 700 Central Ave Louisville, KY, US
    From $21Avg. price ~ $46Tickets Available: 161
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  • Sep
    17
    2026
    5:00 PM
    Thu
    Horse
    Best Value
    Churchill Downs Racing: Twilight Thursday
    Churchill Downs Racing: Twilight Thursday
    Churchill Downs • 50000 seats
    Churchill Downs
    location40208, 700 Central Ave  Louisville, KYlocation40208, 700 Central Ave Louisville, KY, US
    From $21Avg. price ~ $50Tickets Available: 173
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  • Sep
    18
    2026
    12:45 PM
    Fri
    Horse
    Best Value
    Day At The Races
    Churchill Downs • 50000 seats
    Churchill Downs
    location40208, 700 Central Ave  Louisville, KYlocation40208, 700 Central Ave Louisville, KY, US
    From $21Avg. price ~ $48Tickets Available: 176
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  • Sep
    19
    2026
    6:00 PM
    Sat
    Horse
    High Demand
    Weekend Event
    Churchill Downs Racing: Downs After Dark
    Churchill Downs Racing: Downs After Dark
    Churchill Downs • 50000 seats
    Churchill Downs
    location40208, 700 Central Ave  Louisville, KYlocation40208, 700 Central Ave Louisville, KY, US
    From $27Avg. price ~ $68Tickets Available: 226
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  • Sep
    20
    2026
    12:45 PM
    Sun
    Horse
    Best Value
    Weekend Event
    Day At The Races
    Churchill Downs • 50000 seats
    Churchill Downs
    location40208, 700 Central Ave  Louisville, KYlocation40208, 700 Central Ave Louisville, KY, US
    From $21Avg. price ~ $45Tickets Available: 343
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  • Sep
    23
    2026
    12:45 PM
    Wed
    Horse
    Best Value
    Day At The Races
    Churchill Downs • 50000 seats
    Churchill Downs
    location40208, 700 Central Ave  Louisville, KYlocation40208, 700 Central Ave Louisville, KY, US
    From $21Avg. price ~ $45Tickets Available: 147
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  • Sep
    24
    2026
    5:00 PM
    Thu
    Horse
    Best Value
    Churchill Downs Racing: Twilight Thursday
    Churchill Downs Racing: Twilight Thursday
    Churchill Downs • 50000 seats
    Churchill Downs
    location40208, 700 Central Ave  Louisville, KYlocation40208, 700 Central Ave Louisville, KY, US
    From $21Avg. price ~ $51Tickets Available: 454
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  • Sep
    25
    2026
    12:45 PM
    Fri
    Horse
    Best Value
    Day At The Races
    Churchill Downs • 50000 seats
    Churchill Downs
    location40208, 700 Central Ave  Louisville, KYlocation40208, 700 Central Ave Louisville, KY, US
    From $21Avg. price ~ $53Tickets Available: 182
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  • Sep
    26
    2026
    12:45 PM
    Sat
    Horse
    Best Value
    Weekend Event
    Day At The Races
    Churchill Downs • 50000 seats
    Churchill Downs
    location40208, 700 Central Ave  Louisville, KYlocation40208, 700 Central Ave Louisville, KY, US
    From $21Avg. price ~ $51Tickets Available: 137
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  • Sep
    27
    2026
    12:45 PM
    Sun
    Horse
    Best Value
    Weekend Event
    Day At The Races
    Churchill Downs • 50000 seats
    Churchill Downs
    location40208, 700 Central Ave  Louisville, KYlocation40208, 700 Central Ave Louisville, KY, US
    From $21Avg. price ~ $55Tickets Available: 205
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  • Oct
    17
    2026
    11:30 AM
    Sat
    Truck
    Weekend Event
    Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live Glow-N-Fire
    KFC Yum! Center • 22090 seats
    KFC Yum! Center
    location40209, 1 Arena Plaza  Louisville, KYlocation40209, 1 Arena Plaza Louisville, KY, US
    From $28Avg. price ~ $58Tickets Available: 5186
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  • Oct
    17
    2026
    6:30 PM
    Sat
    Truck
    Weekend Event
    Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live Glow-N-Fire
    KFC Yum! Center • 22090 seats
    KFC Yum! Center
    location40209, 1 Arena Plaza  Louisville, KYlocation40209, 1 Arena Plaza Louisville, KY, US
    From $28Avg. price ~ $58Tickets Available: 5323
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  • Oct
    18
    2026
    1:30 PM
    Sun
    Truck
    Weekend Event
    Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live Glow-N-Fire
    KFC Yum! Center • 22090 seats
    KFC Yum! Center
    location40209, 1 Arena Plaza  Louisville, KYlocation40209, 1 Arena Plaza Louisville, KY, US
    From $28Avg. price ~ $56Tickets Available: 5056
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  • Oct
    25
    2026
    1:00 PM
    Sun
    Horse
    Best Value
    Weekend Event
    Churchill Downs Racing: Family Adventure Day
    Churchill Downs Racing: Family Adventure Day
    Churchill Downs • 50000 seats
    Churchill Downs
    location40208, 700 Central Ave  Louisville, KYlocation40208, 700 Central Ave Louisville, KY, US
    From $21Avg. price ~ $51Tickets Available: 150
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  • Oct
    28
    2026
    1:00 PM
    Wed
    Horse
    Best Value
    Day At The Races
    Churchill Downs • 50000 seats
    Churchill Downs
    location40208, 700 Central Ave  Louisville, KYlocation40208, 700 Central Ave Louisville, KY, US
    From $21Avg. price ~ $45Tickets Available: 131
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  • Oct
    29
    2026
    1:00 PM
    Thu
    Horse
    Best Value
    Day At The Races
    Churchill Downs • 50000 seats
    Churchill Downs
    location40208, 700 Central Ave  Louisville, KYlocation40208, 700 Central Ave Louisville, KY, US
    From $21Avg. price ~ $52Tickets Available: 210
    View Tickets
  • Nov
    01
    2026
    1:00 PM
    Sun
    Horse
    Best Value
    Weekend Event
    Day At The Races
    Churchill Downs • 50000 seats
    Churchill Downs
    location40208, 700 Central Ave  Louisville, KYlocation40208, 700 Central Ave Louisville, KY, US
    From $21Avg. price ~ $70Tickets Available: 207
    View Tickets
  • Nov
    04
    2026
    1:00 PM
    Wed
    Horse
    Best Value
    Day At The Races
    Churchill Downs • 50000 seats
    Churchill Downs
    location40208, 700 Central Ave  Louisville, KYlocation40208, 700 Central Ave Louisville, KY, US
    From $21Avg. price ~ $51Tickets Available: 141
    View Tickets
  • Nov
    05
    2026
    1:00 PM
    Thu
    Horse
    Best Value
    Day At The Races
    Churchill Downs • 50000 seats
    Churchill Downs
    location40208, 700 Central Ave  Louisville, KYlocation40208, 700 Central Ave Louisville, KY, US
    From $21Avg. price ~ $58Tickets Available: 177
    View Tickets
  • Nov
    06
    2026
    1:00 PM
    Fri
    Horse
    Best Value
    Day At The Races
    Churchill Downs • 50000 seats
    Churchill Downs
    location40208, 700 Central Ave  Louisville, KYlocation40208, 700 Central Ave Louisville, KY, US
    From $21Avg. price ~ $55Tickets Available: 158
    View Tickets

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Racing Venues

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Churchill Downs
Louisville, KY
Racing Venue
Upcoming Racing Events: 41
Next Event: Sep 10, 2026
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KFC Yum! Center
Louisville, KY
Arena
Upcoming Racing Events: 3
Next Event: Oct 17, 2026
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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.