Kentucky Derby

A little rain couldn’t dampen the bold styles on display in the stands at Churchill Downs

A look back at Lexington’s Calumet Farm and its storied cast of Thoroughbreds

The Hall-of-Fame jockey on his mission to help behind-the-scenes workers at Churchill Downs and beyond—and the unbridled joy of a Derby victory

Madam Foo Foo, the hat designer at Louisville’s iconic Brown Hotel, shares her wisdom on creating—and wearing—the perfect headpiece

Louisville’s bar Vetti captures the spirit of the Bluegrass State in this refreshing cocktail

Here’s what happens to the money

Saturday’s epic three-horse finish wasn’t the only thing worth an instant replay

The century-old hub brims with local history and Hot Brown sandwiches

The refreshing combination of bourbon, lemonade, and cranberry juice just might tempt you to switch horses

This Saturday, one lucky duck among 50,000 will putter to eternal glory. I’ve got my money on Larry.

Beer cheese, bourbon-glazed chicken wings, and of course, mint juleps round out our list of party-ready dishes with Bluegrass State flavor

How the race’s signature accessory got its start

Photographer Nerissa Sparkman captured the best looks at the Kentucky Derby and Kentucky Oaks this weekend, once more proving the race is only part of the show

A look at the key similarities and differences between the hat-filled, horse-powered to-dos going down on both sides of the pond on Saturday

Kick off Derby weekend with a pistachio chess pie mingled with bitter chocolate

The House of Marigold shares its own Derby-day delight

Fresh fruit and libations combine in a spin on a Kentucky favorite

A Bluegrass State chef shares his modern take on a classic Kentucky Derby recipe

Blade and Bow and Garden & Gun host the fifth annual Stitzel-Weller Affair

Stunning describes both the victory by 80-to-1 long shot Rich Strike in the 148th Kentucky Derby and the stylish attire on display at Churchill Downs for the Derby and Kentucky Oaks. Photographer Nerissa Sparkman captured all the fantastic looks.