Keeneland Fall Meet Set too Begin, Offering Record Purses and Special Days
LEXINGTON, KY – KeenelandS 17-day Fall Meet, beginning October 3, is poised to be the most lucrative in the track’s history with average daily purses of $1.2 million – an increase of $200,000 per day from 2023. The meet will run through October 25.
Keeneland will host several themed race days throughout the Fall Meet:
October 10: College Scholarship Day Presented by Lane’s End. Full-time enrolled college students who pre-register can receive free general admission and compete for $30,000 in scholarships. The Kentucky Thoroughbred Association and Keeneland will award ten $2,000 scholarships, while Lane’s End Farm will provide two $10,000 scholarships. Activities with amplify Horse racing, Bad Ass Coffee and LexLive will take place from 11 a.m.to 3 p.m. on the North Terrace. Pre-registration is available at www.Keeneland.com/csd.
October 19: Heroes Day. Keeneland will honor active duty military, veterans, first responders, health care workers, and their families with free general admission, reserved Grandstand seating, and a complimentary meal at the North Terrace provided by City Barbeque (for the first 2,000 attendees). heroes will also receive a 30% discount at The Keeneland Shop. A POW-MIA Chair of Honor will be displayed in partnership with The Rolling Thunder Kentucky Chapter 5. Each hero is eligible for up to four complimentary tickets; details and reservations are available at here.
October 25: Teacher Recognition Day. Teachers, educators, and staff, along with one guest each, will receive free general admission and reserved Grandstand seating. Attendees will be entered into a giveaway drawing at 4 p.m. Coca-Cola and UPS will host a tent near the Paddock offering giveaways and complimentary Coca-Cola vouchers. Educators with a valid ID will receive a 15% discount at The Keeneland Shop. More facts and complimentary ticket reservations can be found at here.
Keeneland’s Kids Club also offers activities for young fans; information is available at Keeneland.com/kidsclub.