Race 1 of opening night was the first time Churchill Downs' new, $200 million paddock was used for a race. Often referred to as "the heartbeat of the track," horses are paraded through the paddock ...

LOUISVILLE, Ky. — As the dial draws closer to the 150th Run for the Roses, anticipation mounted at Churchill Downs' Opening Night Saturday, underneath the Twin Spires. "It's easier to navigate.

Thousands of horse racing fans kicked off Opening Night at Churchill Downs with the traditional staples, fashion, betting, mint juleps, and new this year -- the arts.

Here are five things you missed on opening night. The new paddock's debut Race 1 of opening night was the first time Churchill Downs' new, $200 million paddock was used for a race.

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WAVE) - In just a few days time, Churchill Downs will have enough people to fill a city as people from all around the world come to watch the Run for the Roses. On Saturday, people ...

It's Opening Night for the spring meet at Churchill Downs and fans came to celebrate Kentucky Derby Week.“Everybody's got their hats on and their outfits. Everybody's dressed up. It's a ...

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (LEX 18) — Churchill Downs kicked off Derby week with a blast from the past, as the sounds of the roaring 20s filled the iconic racetrack on opening night.

LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Churchill Downs wants you to join them for opening night and they're giving away tickets and a lucky winner have to pay.

Couple during Churchill Downs Opening Night. Some attendees did not horse around when it came to being fashion forward. Kim Vering came from Kansas City to dress up and place her bets.

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) — Fund for the Arts celebrates Churchill Downs’ Opening Night with LIVE art performances. WDRB’s Keith Kaiser joined some talented performers before the big night. On ...

A week before the Kentucky Derby, Churchill Downs hosts its Opening Night. Ed DeRosa outlines his betting strategy for the 10-race card in Louisville.