The Kentucky Derby, a prestigious Grade 1 race held annually at Churchill Downs in the United States, takes place on the first Saturday of May. As the inaugural event of the Triple Crown series, it boasts a substantial purse of $2,000,000. Drawing crowds exceeding 150,000 spectators, this iconic race is one of the esteemed legs comprising the American Triple Crown. Save the date for the upcoming Kentucky Derby on Saturday, May 3rd, 2025.