Churchill Downs Magazine

09/02/2026

20 years of Jeff Ruby's Steakhouse, Louisville! Two decades of standout nights, celebrations, and a spot that's become part of the city's story — from Derby Week to any given Saturday.

Congratulations on the milestone. Here's to many more. 🥂

08/31/2026

Part 3: Kentucky Derby 152

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📸: Kelli Kinman

08/26/2026

Part 2: Kentucky Derby 152

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📸: Finn Cannon

08/26/2026

PART 1:
Golden Tempo made history in the 152nd running of the Kentucky Derby at Churchill Downs. 🌹🐎

With a rally from last to first, the 23-1 longshot gave Cherie DeVaux a landmark victory as the first female trainer to win the Run for the Roses.

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📸: Daniel Hunt

08/24/2026

Farmington Derby Breakfast has been a Derby Day tradition for 47 years. 🪴🍳

Guests returned to the gardens of Farmington Historic Plantation for a morning of gourmet breakfast, premium cocktails and live music in support of the Historic Homes Foundation.

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📸: Adam Mescan

08/21/2026

The 4th Annual Derby Breakfast brought elegance to Derby morning at the Omni Louisville Hotel. 🥃🌹

Makers House™ returned to the Library Bar with mint juleps, chef-attended stations and Southern-inspired fare to kick off the Run for the Roses in style.

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📸: Tommy Quarles

08/17/2026

The Barnstable Brown Derby Eve Gala brought star power to the iconic Louisville mansion. ⭐️💃

The 37th annual celebration featured performances, special guests and a night supporting the Barnstable Brown Diabetes Center at the University of Kentucky.

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📸: Courtesy of Barnstable Brown Gala and Tommy Quarles

08/14/2026

Sports Illustrated’s Revel at the Races brought big energy to The Ice House on Derby Eve. 🎉

Athletes, celebrities and influencers filled the room for a high-energy night with cocktails, music and Tiësto.

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📸: Adam Mescan

08/12/2026

Silks Bash brought style, music and purpose to Historic Locust Grove. 🥂💜

The evening gathered celebrities, athletes and community leaders in support of Operation Open Arms, which provides stable homes for children with incarcerated parents.

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📸: Ashley Stinson

08/10/2026