Kentucky Derby 2023: When is the Run for the Roses and What Time Does the Race Start?
12th Race of the Day on Saturday, May 6
The 2023 Kentucky Derby, the 149th running of the legendary horse race, will take place on Saturday, May 6, at Churchill Downs in Louisville, Kentucky.
The main event, the 12th race of the day, is scheduled to begin at 6:57 p.m. ET. Post time for the Kentucky Derby has remained consistent at 6:57 p.m. for several years.
The Kentucky Derby is the first leg of horse racing's Triple Crown, followed by the Preakness Stakes and the Belmont Stakes. The race is a 1 1/4-mile test for 3-year-old thoroughbreds, and it is considered one of the most prestigious races in the world.
In addition to the Kentucky Derby, there are several other events and activities planned during the lead-up to the race. These include the Kentucky Oaks, a Grade 1 race for 3-year-old fillies, and the Old Forester Bourbon Tour, which offers behind-the-scenes access to the Churchill Downs distillery.
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