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Churchill Downs unveils Kentucky Derby upgrades3 August 2026(PRESS RELEASE) -- Churchill Downs Incorporated announced an update on three of its current and upcoming capital projects at Churchill Downs Racetrack expected to be completed in 2027 and 2028. The three projects are: - Victory Run - Homestretch Club Expansion - Infield Seating Upgrade “Our new premium hospitality offerings at a range of attractive price points will be greatly enhanced and expanded by our investments in our flagship asset,” said Bill Carstanjen, Chief Executive Officer of CDI. “We remain committed to elevating the guest experience to support long-term growth.” Victory Run We began construction on Victory Run following the 152nd Kentucky Derby. The project is expected to be completed ahead of the 154th Kentucky Derby in 2028. Located on the first turn of Churchill Downs between the Ford First Turn Club and the Skye Terrace, the new four-story structure will provide a modern premium hospitality experience with exceptional views of the finish line, including private suites, indoor and outdoor dining, and covered box seating. Churchill Downs expects to offer guests temporary covered seating with enhanced amenities in this area for the 153rd Kentucky Derby in 2027. Homestretch Club Expansion We will be expanding the Homestretch Club to enhance the guest experience by creating more space for patrons, adding VIP seating areas, and enhancing food and beverage infrastructure. This expansion is expected to be completed by the 153rd Kentucky Derby in 2027. Infield Seating Upgrade and New Amenities The Infield Seating Upgrade will create additional temporary seating offerings in the Infield and will expand opportunities for sponsorship activations. We will be redeveloping the infield areas on both sides of the Winners’ Pagoda which is the historic building in the infield near the finish line where the Kentucky Derby winners receive their trophies. We will be removing the tote boards so we can create new customer experiences in a very desirable area of the infield with exceptional views of the homestretch, the finish line, and the Derby winner’s trophy presentation. We are adding 1,400 temporary seats and will be testing a new infield cabana offering with 500 covered reserved seats along the turf course. We are also making underground infrastructure improvements in the first turn area of the infield to create a more level area for a sponsored music stage and new bar and lounge concepts. This project is expected to be completed by the 153rd Kentucky Derby in 2027. We will continue to evaluate long-term permanent entertainment experiences for these very highly desirable areas of the infield.
Churchill Downs unveils Kentucky Derby upgrades
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