Churchill Downs Magazine

Churchill Downs Magazine The official magazine of Churchill Downs Incorporated.

With a national footprint, the publication reaches Derby fans and bucket-list enthusiasts from across the country, but has a heart that is purely Louisville, Kentucky.

💗 Derby Divas celebrated 20 years of supporting breast health through the Norton Healthcare Foundation. More than 500 g...
06/12/2026

💗 Derby Divas celebrated 20 years of supporting breast health through the Norton Healthcare Foundation.

More than 500 guests gathered at Lincliffe Residence for an evening of shopping, friendship and philanthropy. This year’s event raised over $142,000, bringing Derby Divas’ total impact to more than $2.51 million for breast health at Norton Cancer Institute.

📖 Flip to page 18in the Derby Review 2026 to see more from this milestone evening. https://www.churchilldownsincorporated.com/flipbook/2026_Derby_Review/ =18
📸: Daniel Hunt

🧡 KMAC Couture returned to KMAC Contemporary Art Museum with its latest theme, “Ancestor.” The evening brought art, fas...
06/10/2026

🧡 KMAC Couture returned to KMAC Contemporary Art Museum with its latest theme, “Ancestor.”

The evening brought art, fashion and storytelling to life on an outdoor runway along West Main Street. Designers transformed unconventional materials into striking pieces inspired by heritage and history.

📖 Flip to page 14 in the Derby Review 2026 to see more from this creative celebration. https://www.churchilldownsincorporated.com/flipbook/2026_Derby_Review/ =14
📸: Clay Cook

Mystery and majesty filled the Omni Louisville Hotel for the 67th annual Fillies Derby Ball, themed “A Royal Masquerade....
06/08/2026

Mystery and majesty filled the Omni Louisville Hotel for the 67th annual Fillies Derby Ball, themed “A Royal Masquerade.”✨👑

The evening celebrated the crowning of Tania Vergara-Gongora as the 2026 Kentucky Derby Festival Queen, joined by Princesses Mallory Brown, Vy Pham, Sydney Shouse and Brianna Williams.

📖 Flip to 10 in the Derby Review 2026 to see more from this elegant evening. https://www.churchilldownsincorporated.com/flipbook/2026_Derby_Review/ =10
📸: Daniel Hunt

From the Finish Line Suites to The Mansion, recent renovations elevated two of Churchill Downs’ most exclusive vantage p...
06/03/2026

From the Finish Line Suites to The Mansion, recent renovations elevated two of Churchill Downs’ most exclusive vantage points pairing modern luxury with the traditions that define Derby Day.

📖 Read “Above It All” here: https://www.churchilldownsincorporated.com/flipbook/2026_Spring/ =142
✍️ Written by Jeanna Burkhead Cunningham

“I just try to honor the people who built it and the customers who kept it alive. That’s what this business really is—fa...
06/01/2026

“I just try to honor the people who built it and the customers who kept it alive. That’s what this business really is—family, memories and taking care of people first.”🍬🍫

For generations, Bauer’s Candies has been crafting its beloved Modjeskas, blending family legacy, time-honored technique and a taste of Kentucky history.

📖 Read “From Lawrenceburg with Love” here: https://www.churchilldownsincorporated.com/flipbook/2026_Spring/ =136
✍️ Written by Kelli Kinman
📸 Photography Courtesy of Bauer's Candies

Lawrenceburg - Anderson County Tourism City Of Lawrenceburg, Kentucky-City Hall

05/28/2026

An incredible example of how Derby week extends far beyond the track. From unforgettable hospitality to the energy that fills every room, partners like Ruby’s help create the experiences guests remember long after the final race. Proud to celebrate brands that make Derby season so special. 🏇🥂✨

“It felt surreal… Last year was a very special year and the pinnacle was winning the Oaks and the Derby. So many of our ...
05/27/2026

“It felt surreal… Last year was a very special year and the pinnacle was winning the Oaks and the Derby. So many of our team were there to share in the excitement, and I don't think any of us will ever forget that weekend.”

From Oaks to Derby, Godolphin’s historic run in 2025 is a testament to global excellence and racing’s enduring legacy.

📖 Read “Racing Royalty” here: https://www.churchilldownsincorporated.com/flipbook/2026_Spring/ =118
✍️ Written by Laura Ross
📸 Photography Courtesy of Godolphin

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