About Us : General FAQ

Derby Experiences' Official Packages are delivered complete with your tickets, itinerary, directions, point of contact and many guides and maps to aid you on your Derby Experience!

Below are some commonly asked questions we receive from our clients prior to ticket package delivery. If you have a question about the event or about concierge services provided by QuintEvents, please email us or call 888.384.7088.

Questions About Official Packages:

Q: What are the payment terms?

A: Convenient payment terms are available with Official Derby Experiences Ticket Packages

1/3 due at signing
1/3 due August 15, 2013
1/3 due January 15, 2014

Once you choose your Official Kentucky Derby Ticket Package, submit a request
form or call 888.384.7088 to speak with a Derby Experiences representative.
A contract will be sent to you with payment options and terms.

Q: What method of payment can I use to purchase a packages?
A: Check, wire transfer, or any major credit card.

Q: What if I would like information on ancillary services such as golfing, tours,
parties and transportation?
A: Please contact a Derby Experiences Representative at 888.384.7088, we will
assist with all the extras!

Q: What is the earliest hotel check-in time for people arriving on Thursday?
A: 3pm is the earliest hotel check-in time

Q: Will ground transportation be provided to the races?
A: Ground transportation is already included with Derby Experiences'
    Grandstand and first floor Clubhouse packages that include accommodations.
   You can, however, add transportation and/or parking to any
   Official Kentucky Derby Ticket Package.

Q: Can I just purchase tickets to the Kentucky Derby through Derby Experiences?
A: No. Derby Experiences ONLY sells Official Ticket Packages to the
     Kentucky Derby® and Kentucky Oaks® to ensure our clients have the BEST
     Derby Experience. Official packages offer security and many exclusive extras
     you cannot find anywhere else.

     We do, however, offer a Race Day Package for all levels of seating that includes
    the tickets for Oaks and Derby, hospitality, gift bag and fast access pass. These
     Race Day Packages are often competitively priced with many
     ticket brokers' "ticket only" prices. Official Race Day Packages are a better value.

Q: Can I purchase parking or ground transportation through Derby Experiences
     if I am not an Official Ticket Package holder?
A: No. Derby Experiences ONLY sells these ancillary services to
   Official Kentucky Derby® and Kentucky Oaks® Ticket Package holders.
    Among many the benefits of Official packages are access to the concierge services
    provided by QuintEvents.

General Questions:

Q: What time are the Kentucky Oaks and Kentucky Derby races?
A: Post times for the Kentucky Derby® and Kentucky Oaks® races can be found here.

Q: Is there a weather plan?
A: The Kentucky Derby® and Kentucky Oaks® are run rain or shine.
The only thing that would delay the races is lightning.

Q: What happens if I lose my tickets?
A: Lost or stolen tickets cannot be replaced.

Q: What time do the gates open at Churchill Downs on race days?
A: Gates open at 8 am. The parking lot opens at 6am both Friday and Saturday.
Shuttle service begins at 9am on Friday and 7am on Saturday.

Q: Is there a dress code?
A: In some reserved areas of Churchill Downs there is a dress code.

Dress Code for the Kentucky Derby and Kentucky Oaks

It is important to note that, in the majority of the seating areas, you do not have to be “Dressed to the Nines” to be admitted into the races. Here are some great guidelines for achieving the perfect Derby look:

Business casual is required for the The Derby Room:

Jackets and Blazers
Vests, collared shirts, and sweaters
Dresses
Pantsuits
Slacks

Casual Attire is permitted in the Turf Club, Trophy Room and Millionaires Row:

Jackets optional, Blazers
Vests, collared shirts, and sweaters
Dresses, Pantsuits
Slacks, golf shorts, dress shorts, khakis and capris

Denim, jeans, shorts and tennis shoes are not allowed. Torn or frayed clothing is inappropriate and not allowed.

Casual Attire is permitted in all other seating areas, including the Grandstand.

TIP FOR THE LADIES!
While high heels are certainly part of the total Derby ensemble, experienced Derby divas also pack a pair of fashionable yet comfortable flats or flip flops to wear home. Who says the high price of fashion has to include blisters?

Q: Do you have a facility map of Churchill Downs?
A: Yes.

View and download Churchill Downs' Kentucky Derby Map here»

View and download Churchill Downs' Grounds Map here»

Q: What items are permitted through the gates of Churchill Downs?
A: As you prepare for your race day trip to Churchill Downs for the Kentucky Derby,
security only allows certain items to be carried inside of the race track.
Please note all items are subject for search by authorities

Items permitted by Churchill Downs at the Kentucky Derby include:

Coolers
(allowed in INFIELD ONLY through Gates 1 & 3. Contents may include non-alcoholic
beverages (no glass containers) and ice and food packaged in clear plastic containers.
All coolers are subject to search)
Food Items in Clear Plastic Bags
(maximum size 18” X 18” - no trash bags – limit of two bags per person)
"Box” lunches in clear plastic bags or containers
(maximum size 18” X 18” - no trash bags)
Sunscreen
Small Personal Music Systems, radios and televisions
Binoculars, cameras and camcorders
Seat Cushions
(without back)
Purses
Baby Bags
Strollers
(only is carrying a child)
Chairs
(Gate 3 Only)
Blankets & Tarpaulins
(Gates 1 & 3 Only)
Cellular Phones