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What date and time is Kentucky Derby 2024? What to know horses, post position, odds, tickets

chris sims and marina johnson, louisville courier journal
·7 min read

The Kentucky Derby's 150th Run for the Roses is a few days away.

If you to know everything Churchill Downs, here's your guide to the Kentucky Derby.

Here's a look at when the race is, what the post positions are along with the latest dresses and outfits and how much tickets cost.

Kentucky Derby 2024 post positions: See who's favored, odds at Churchill Downs

Here's what you need to know about the Kentucky Derby in 2024:

When is the Kentucky Derby 2024?

The Kentucky Derby is Saturday, May 4, 2024.

What is the official 2024 Kentucky Derby post time? When does it start?

The official Kentucky Derby post time is 6:57 p.m. ET, Saturday, May 4. The 150th Run for the Roses will be race No. 12 of the 14-race slate.

Where is the 2024 Kentucky Derby?

The Kentucky Derby takes place at Churchill Downs.

Where is Churchill Downs?

Churchill Downs is located at 700 Central Ave., in Louisville, Kentucky.

When is Kentucky Oaks 2024?

The race of 3-year-old fillies will take place Friday, May 3, 2024.

2024 Kentucky Derby weather forecast for Louisville, Ky.

Currently, Louisville's NWS predicts a 50% chance of showers and thunderstorms Saturday with partly sunny skies and a high near 80.

What channel is 2024 Kentucky Derby on?

The Kentucky Derby will be broadcast on FanDuel TV, NBC and USA TV Network.

How to livestream the 2024 Kentucky Derby

Streaming options include the NBC Sports app (Apple Store/Google Play), NBCSports.com and Peacock.

How to watch the 2024 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.

When does 2024 Kentucky Derby live coverage start?

Live coverage kicks off on FanDuel TV at 10:30 a.m. ET, Saturday, May 4.

What is the 2024 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.

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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.

Kentucky Derby 2024 horses in the field

Fierceness, trained by Todd Pletcher and owned by Mike Repole, is among the early favorites for the 2024 Kentucky Derby.
Fierceness, trained by Todd Pletcher and owned by Mike Repole, is among the early favorites for the 2024 Kentucky Derby.

The field is still being determined and courier-journal.com offers a list of horses projected to make the starting lineup for the 2024 Kentucky Derby. Here's a look:

2024 Kentucky Derby post positions

Here's a list of the post positions, trainers and jockeys for the 150th Running of the Roses at the 2024 Kentucky Derby

Kentucky Derby 2024 odds

Here is a look at current 2024 Kentucky Derby odds, according to cbssports.com:

PRG #

HORSE

ODDS

1

Dornoch

20-1

2

Sierra Leone

3-1

3

Mystik Dan

20-1

4

Catching Freedom

8-1

5

Catalytic

30-1

6

Just Steel

20-1

7

Honor Marie

20-1

8

Just a Touch

10-1

9

Encino

SCRATCHED

10

T O Password (JPN)

30-1

11

Forever Young (JPN)

10-1

12

Track Phantom

20-1

13

West Saratoga

50-1

14

Endlessly

30-1

15

Domestic Product

30-1

16

Grand Mo the First

50-1

17

Fierceness

5-2

18

Stronghold

20-1

19

Resilience

20-1

20

Society Man

50-1

21

Epic Ride

30-1

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How to place a bet at the Kentucky Derby 2024?

Here's a quick video to show what you need to know to place a bet for the Kentucky Derby:

Why your 2024 Kentucky Derby pick is wrong?

Reporter Jason Frakes breaks down why each horse can and can't win the Kentucky Derby. You're welcome.

2024 Kentucky Derby predictions: Who will win at Churchill Downs?

Here is a look at this year's expert picks to win the 2024 Kentucky Derby. Are they picking Sierra Leone, Fierceness or Just a Touch? Perhaps another horse has grabbed experts' attention.

Who is singing Kentucky Derby 2024 national anthem?

Wynona Judd will be singing the national anthem for the 2024 Kentucky Derby.

How much is the Kentucky Derby 2024 purse?

The Kentucky Derby will feature a record $5 million purse, Churchill Downs announced Jan. 10, 2024.

Kentucky Derby 2024 trophy

Who is the 2024 Kentucky Derby Festival Queen?

Ankita Nair is the Kentucky Derby Festival Queen leading up to the 150th running of the Kentucky Derby on Saturday, May 4.

How much are Kentucky Derby 2024 tickets?

Tickets for the 150th Run for the Roses will run as follows:

To find Derby tickets, you can visit kentuckyderby.com/tickets.

Kentucky Derby 2024 horses: Trainers, jockeys and records - what to know about 2024 Kentucky Derby horses

2024 Kentucky Derby menu for 150th running

Several food items and drinks will be available at Churchill Downs specifically for the 2024 Kentucky Derby. Visit visit kentuckyderby.com/official-derby-menu for what to expect.

Kentucky Derby 2024 dresses

Kentucky Derby 2024 outfits

Kentucky Derby 2024 fashion: what to wear

Looking for the latest in Kentucky Derby fashion tips? Courier-Journal reporter Kirby Adams has everything you need to know about what to wear from fascinators to blazers in her fashion guide. Visit kentuckyderby.com/style-guide/ for the digital version.

Kentucky Derby party tips: how to make a mint julep

This video shows you how to make a mint julep for guests at your Kentucky Derby party:

Kentucky Derby 2024 party tips: how to set up an Old Fashioned bar

Here's a video to help show you how to set up an Old Fashioned bar for your Kentucky Derby party:

2024 Kentucky Derby map of events

Kentucky Derby season means plenty of activities and fun for all around Louisville. Visit courier-journal.com for a map of more than 50+ events taking place around the area.

Kentucky Derby quiz: How well do you know the Kentucky Derby? Take this quiz to test your knowledge

2024 Kentucky Derby restaurants

Looking to try something new at this year's Kentucky Derby? Try one of these 7 new Louisville restaurants while you're in town.

2024 Kentucky Derby brunch

Several local venues will host Kentucky Derby-themed brunches leading up to the event. Visit courier-journal.com for a list of locations.

2024 Kentucky Derby horse name generator

Visit our 2024 Kentucky Derby horse name generator below to find out what your horse racing name would be:

What's your Kentucky Derby horse name?

Kentucky Derby 2024 newsletter

The Courier-Journal is your headquarters for all things Kentucky Derby. Here's where you can sign up for the newsletter.

Who won the Kentucky Derby 2023?

Mage was last year's Kentucky Derby winner.

Mage and jockey Javier Castellano rallied from the back of the pack, finishing the 1-and-1/4-miles in 2:01.57. The horses were six-wide off the final turn when Mage − at 15-1 odds − pushed past Two Phil’s to win by a length down the stretch.

Chris Sims is a digital content producer at Midwest Connect Gannett. Follow him on Twitter: @ChrisFSims.

This article originally appeared on Journal Star: 2024 Kentucky Derby: When is it? Start time, field, post position, odds