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Watch the Kentucky Derby at Churchill Downs, a thoroughbred race track in Louisville renowned the world over. The annual event takes place on a one and a quarter-mile track for a race known as the "The Most Exciting Two Minutes of Sports" and is steeped in traditions like drinking ice cold Mint Juleps and women wearing one-of-a-kind fancy hats. The event is one of the most well-known attractions in the city.

Travel to the heart of downtown Louisville to Fourth Street Live! to enjoy an afternoon out or night on the town at the Derby City's premier gem for commerce and entertainment. The district sports the infamous Hard Rock Cafe, Angel's Rockbar and the worlds first Makers Mark Bourbon House and Lounge.

Stevie Ray's Blues Bar is an iconic blues bar in Louisville, featuring blues music true to its roots along with some non bluesy gigs like Monday's Unplugged Open Mic. Don't be late to live shows as this imitate venue; seats are available on a first come, first serve basis. If you're looking for a laid-back experience on the nightlife scene, Stevie Ray's is the destination for you.

The "fastest two minutes in sports" has turned into two weeks of festive celebration. Race over to the Kentucky Derby Festival for a two-week event commemorating the historic derby. The festival is loaded with more than seventy special events, including the nation's largest firework extravaganza.