News and Press Releases

Tickets for the 152nd running of the Kentucky Derby presented by Woodford Reserve on Saturday, May 2 will go on sale to the public Thursday at noon ET. Two-day all-inclusive reserved tickets to the 152nd Longines Kentucky Oaks and Kentucky Derby will be available for purchase online, including recent renovations such as the Ford First Turn Reserved seating as well as the Starting Gate Courtyard, both featuring stadium-style seats and easy access for concessions and wagering windows.

Today on Veterans Day, Churchill Downs Incorporated and the Virginia Veterans Foundation announced a charitable contribution of $2,500 to John Lyon VFW Post 3150 (Arlington) to help improve the accessibility of the Post, particularly for older veterans and veterans with mobility challenges. This contribution for the Post’s upgrades is the second grant from the Colonial Downs VFW Post Home Improvement Grant program, which was created with a $25,000 charitable contribution made by Churchill Downs Incorporated as part of its Salute to Service during the 2025 Festival of Racing at Colonial Downs Racetrack. The first grant supported VFW Post 776 (Radford-Montgomery County) in its recovery from a recent break-in.

Today, Churchill Downs Incorporated and the Virginia Veterans Foundation announced a charitable contribution of $2,500 to VFW Post 776 (Radford-Montgomery) to help the Post recover from a recent break-in and act of vandalism that significantly damaged its facility. Around Labor Day, a break-in occurred at VFW Post 776 (Radford-Montgomery), causing thousands of dollars in damage. Windows, doors, and equipment were severely damaged, including a safe that stores the Post’s Honor Guard rifles. An historic World War I rifle was also removed from its display case and various items were taken.

To celebrate its grand opening, Roseshire Gaming Parlor, which has welcomed more than 30,000 guests since its opening, has contributed $15,000 through its Rosie’s Gives Back program to support trusted community partners in Henrico providing support services for Virginians with autism and healthcare services to those in need.

In the third quarter of 2025, Rosie’s Emporia contributed a total of $22,460.87 through its Rosie’s Gives Back program to support trusted community partners serving public safety, child development, education, mental health and overall wellbeing, and general community outreach.

In the third quarter of 2025, Rosie’s Vinton contributed a total of $15,000 through its Rosie’s Gives Back program to support the Vinton Breakfast Lions Club and its efforts to create a new community park, as well as its programs to provide for those in need through humanitarian services and grants.

Churchill Downs Incorporated (“CDI” or the “Company”) (Nasdaq: CHDN) today announced the promotion of Michael Meagher to Senior Vice President of Gaming Operations, effective November 3, 2025. Meagher succeeds Maureen Adams, whose retirement was announced earlier this year. He will oversee operations at all gaming and HRM locations throughout the CDI portfolio, along with corporate gaming functions, including analytics, marketing and product performance. Meagher will report directly to Bill Mudd, President and Chief Operating Officer of CDI.

On Thursday, October 23, Oak Grove Gaming was presented with the Oak Grove Mayor’s Unity Award at the 51st Unity Breakfast. This annual event, presented by the Christian County-Hopkinsville Human Rights Commission, honors individuals and organizations that exemplify compassion, service and unity within the community.

Churchill Downs transforms Thanksgiving into a uniquely Kentucky celebration, blending the comfort of a traditional holiday meal with the thrill of live racing. With locally sourced ingredients, bourbon-infused flavors and the energy of the track, guests enjoy a feast that’s both familiar and unforgettable—served with a side of excitement under the Twin Spires.