Way back in 1876, Alexander Graham Bell was awarded the first U.S. patent for the telephone.
The year before that, the first Kentucky Derby took place in Louisville.
Tickets cost as little as a dollar, bets were made through bookmakers and women were discouraged from placing wagers, according to NBC Philadelphia.
Now, a century and a half later, the “greatest two minutes in sports” will celebrate its 150th anniversary at Churchill Downs on Friday, May 3 and Saturday, May 4.
Major competitors set to race at the festivities this time around include favorite Fierceness along with Sierra Leone, Catching Freedom, Just A Touch and Forever Young.
Best of all, tickets to see them race are shockingly cheap.
At the time of publication, we found some single-day general admission passes going for as low as $41 before fees on Vivid Seats.
Two-day passes start at $129 before fees.
Although not as cheap as tickets were in 1875, with reasonable prices like these, you’ll likely be able to spring for a second mint julep for once.
Want to go to one of the year’s most fun and stylish events live?
You’re in the right place.
We’ve got everything you need to know and more about the 2024 Kentucky Derby below.
All prices listed above are subject to fluctuation.
2024 Kentucky Derby tickets
Not sure what is the best day to go to the Run For The Roses?
We’ve compiled a list of all the cheapest tickets available for all Kentucky Oaks and Kentucky Derby dates below.
| Kentucy Derby dates | Ticket prices start at |
|---|---|
| Two-day pass Friday, May 3 through Saturday, May 4 |
$129 |
| Kentucky Oaks Friday, May 3 starting at 10:30 a.m. |
$41 |
| Kentucky Derby Saturday, May 4 starting at 9 a.m. |
$100 |
(Note: The New York Post confirmed all above prices at the publication time. All prices are subject to fluctuation and include additional fees at checkout.)
Vivid Seats is a verified secondary market ticketing platform, and prices may be higher or lower than face value, depending on demand.
They offer a 100% buyer guarantee that states your transaction will be safe and secure and your tickets will be delivered prior to the event.
Kentucky Derby post positions and odds
Ladies and gentlemen, we have our racers.
According to the Washington Post, the Kentucky Derby field from the rail out with odds is:
No. 1 Dornoch (20-1)
No. 2 Sierra Leone (3-1)
No. 3 Mystik Dan (20-1)
No. 4 Catching Freedom (8-1)
No. 5 Catalytic (30-1)
No. 6 Just Steel (20-1)
No. 7 Honor Marie (20-1)
No. 8 Just a Touch (10-1)
No. 9 Encino (scratched on Tuesday)
No. 10 T O Password (30-1)
No. 11 Forever Young (10-1)
No. 12 Track Phantom (20-1)
No. 13 West Saratoga (50-1)
No. 14 Endlessly (30-1)
No. 15 Domestic Product (30-1)
No. 16 Grand Mo the First (50-1)
No. 17 Fierceness (5-2)
No. 18 Stronghold (20-1)
No. 19 Resilience (20-1)
No. 20 Society Man (50-1)
No. 21 Epic Ride (50-1)
How to watch the Kentucky Derby
Folks hoping to catch the 2024 Kentucky Derby can find all coverage on NBC or the USA Network.
Don’t own a TV? The two-day event can also be streamed on NBCSports.com, the NBC Sports app and Peacock.
Huge concert tours in 2024
After the winner is crowned at the Derby, fans of live events need not worry — there will still be plenty of major concerts to catch later this year.
Here are just five of our favorites you won’t want to miss these next few months.
• George Strait with Chris Stapleton
• Zach Bryan
• Luke Combs
• Jelly Roll
• Kenny Chesney
Want to see who else is on tour? Check out our list of the 50 biggest concert tours in 2024 to find the show for you.
This article was written by Matt Levy, New York Post live events reporter. Levy stays up-to-date on all the latest tour announcements from your favorite musical artists and comedians, as well as Broadway openings, sporting events and more live shows – and finds great ticket prices online. Since he started his tenure at the Post in 2022, Levy has reviewed Bruce Springsteen and interviewed Melissa Villaseñor of SNL fame, to name a few. Please note that deals can expire, and all prices are subject to change.