- The 151st Kentucky Derby will be held at Churchill Downs on Saturday, May 3, 2025.
- Twenty horses will compete in the Derby, with the post-position draw taking place on April 26.
- A week of events precedes the Derby, including Dawn at the Downs, Thurby, and the Kentucky Oaks.
The Kentucky Derby is a week away from having a whole new crew of horses set to lineup for the 151st Run for the Roses.
Who are the 2025 Kentucky Derby horses? Check out each horse in the field and more.
Here’s what you need to about the 2025 Kentucky Derby, price of tickets, how to watch, special events and more:
When is the Kentucky Derby 2025?
The 2025 Kentucky Derby is Saturday, May 3, 2025.
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How many horses race in the Kentucky Derby?
The Kentucky Derby has 20 horses lined up for the race each year.
Who are 2025 Kentucky Derby horses in field at Churchill Downs?
Click on each 2025 Kentucky Derby horse’s name to learn more.
When is 2025 Kentucky Derby post-position draw time?
The post-position draw for the 2025 Kentucky Derby is set for 7:15 p.m. ET on Saturday, April 26.
What is the official 2025 Kentucky Derby post time?
The official Kentucky Derby post time is 6:57 p.m. ET, Saturday, May 3, 2025. The 151st Run for the Roses will be race No. 12 of the 14-race slate.
What channel is 2025 Kentucky Derby on?
The Kentucky Derby will be broadcast on FanDuel TV, NBC and USA TV Network.
Watch the 2025 Kentucky Derby on Peacock
How to livestream the 2025 Kentucky Derby
Streaming options include the NBC Sports app (Apple Store/Google Play), NBCSports.com and Peacock.
Catch all the horse racing action from the Kentucky Derby on Fubo How to watch the 2025 Kentucky Derby
Catch all the horse racing action from Churchill Downs through multiple viewing platforms including FanDuel TV, NBC, NBC Sports app (Apple Store/Google Play), NBCSports.com, Peacock and USA TV Network.
Stream the 2025 Kentucky Derby live on Peacock
When does 2025 Kentucky Derby live coverage start?
Live coverage kicks off on FanDuel TV at 10:30 a.m. ET, Saturday, May 3, 2025.
Follow the 2025 Kentucky Derby live on FuboWhat is the 2025 Kentucky Derby TV schedule?
- 10:30 a.m. – Noon ET; FanDuel TV.
- Noon – 2:20 p.m. ET; USA, Peacock.
- 2:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. ET; NBC, Peacock.
- 7:30 p.m. ET through the final race; FanDuel TV.
Watch your favorite horse compete in the 2025 Kentucky Derby live on PeacockHow much are 2025 Kentucky Derby tickets?
Kentucky Derby 2025 schedule of events: April 26-May 3
Here is a list of events that will take place leading up to the 151st running of the Kentucky Derby:
When is 2025 Dawn at the Downs?
When is 2025 Churchill Downs Opening Night ahead of Kentucky Derby?
- Saturday, April 26: Experience the roaring twenties with a Great Gatsby-inspired evening to celebrate the Kentucky Derby. This celebration sets the tone for Derby week activities.
What is Dawn at the Downs Dining? How much does it cost?
- Sunday-Monday, April 26-27: Enjoy breakfast at Churchill Downs while watching Kentucky Derby and Kentucky Oaks contenders warm up on the track throughout the morning. Cost starts at $54.30 and may include a $3 order processing fee through ticketmaster.com.
When is 502’s Day at Churchill Downs?
When is WinsDay at Churchill Downs ahead of Kentucky Derby?
- Wednesday, April 30: This debut event at Churchill Downs puts local nonprofit organizations under the spotlight. Winsday tickets bought through a registered nonprofit directly contribute to these agencies, as a portion of each ticket benefits their work. General admission tickets are $27.75.
When is Thurby at Churchill Downs ahead of Kentucky Derby?
- Thursday, May 1: Enjoy bourbon and horse racing as well as other parts of Kentucky’s culture.
When is 2025 Kentucky Oaks race? How much do tickets cost?
- Friday, May 2: A $1.5 million purse is awarded to the winner in America’s premier race for 3-year-old fillies. Oak Day also hosts the ‘Pink Out’ tradition of wearing shades of pink in honor of breast cancer awareness. The sold out race has verified resale tickets available ranging from $815 to $2,615.
Kentucky Derby 2025: Everything to know ahead of the Run for the Roses
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