Backside Learning Center Presents: Girl’s Night Out Oaks & Derby Prep Party

Copper & Kings Distillery 1121 E Washington St, Louisville, KY, United States

WHAT: The Backside Learning Center at Churchill Downs' annual ladies-only evening of cocktails and hors d'oeuvres to kick off the Kentucky Derby and Kentucky Oaks celebrations! WHO: Joining us will be industry experts, Donna Barton Brothers, former jockey and NBC Sports Reporter; Mike Battaglia, Handicapper and Morning Line Odds Maker for Churchill Downs; and Jennie Rees, Horse Racing Reporter & Journalist, sharing strategies on how to bet and their top picks for Oaks & Derby! After the expert presentations, stay for more hors d'oevres, drinks, and visit our partner vendors: Kendra Scott,The Mill by Kenzie, Elva Fields, and Tory Burch. DETAILS: All ticket sales benefit The Backside Learning Center! The BLC is an independent, non-profit organization serving the equine workers and families at Churchill Downs. We provide adult education programs, after-school and summer youth programs and social services. Purchase individual tickets through Eventbrite (link below), or to purchase a reserved premium table sponsorship for 10 contact us or call the Backside Learning Center at 502-634-6543. Tickets $30 per guest   -or-   Reserved Premium Table Sponsorship: (for 10) $500 ATTIRE: Casual

$30

NBC coverage of Land Rover Kentucky Three Day Event

Kentucky Horse Park Lexington, KY, United States

April 26-28, 2019, Donna will be covering the Land Rover Kentucky Three Day Event at the Kentucky Horse Park in Lexington, Kentucky. Broadcast airs on NBC Sports. Check local listings for times.

Kentucky Derby Handicapping Seminar to Benefit PDJF & Other Charities

Fasig Tipton 2400 Newtown Pike, Lexington, KY, United States

Need some help deciphering this year's Derby field? (Who doesn't?!) The Charitable Impact Group and Daily Racing Form are hosting a Kentucky Derby Handicapping Benefit Dinner on Mon., April 29 at Fasig-Tipton, 2400 Newtown Pike, Lexington beginning at 6 pm (ET). The evening will benefit the Permanently Disabled Jockey's Fund, New Vocations, and Thoroughbred Charities of America. Donna will be emceeing with NBC racing analyst Randy Moss, DRF handicapper Mike Welsch, and NBC racing host and Hall of Fame inductee Jerry Bailey giving their thoughts on this year's "Run For The Roses."  

$250

Champions Day Event at Churchill Downs

Churchill Downs 700 Central Avenue, Louisville, KY, United States

Introducing Kentucky Derby Week's Newest Event!  Champions Day highlights the history and the sport of the Kentucky Derby! Meet legendary jockeys and trainers, gain industry expert insights into Derby Week betting and support thoroughbred aftercare. Event Highlights Include: Triple crown Legends Autograph Session- 12:30 pm-2:30 pm Bob Baffert, Victor Espinoza, Mike Smith, Steve Cauthen and Jean Cruguet Derby Week handicapping Seminar presented by Twinspires.com- 12 pm-12:40 pm Panelists include: Steve Byk, Gary Young, Donna Barton Brothers and Ed DeRosa Collectible poster signing to support Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance Triple Crown Vault Photo Opportunity presented by Kentucky Derby Museum- 1:00 pm-3:30 pm Tickets available at Ticketmaster. For groups of 24+, please call group sales at 502-636-4450.