Kentucky Sports Events
The Kentucky Derby, held annually at Churchill Downs in Louisville, is a premier horse racing event. Motor enthusiasts head to the NASCAR Cup Series at the Kentucky Speedway in Sparta.
Louisville also features the Louisville City FC, a successful team in the USL Championship, playing at Lynn Family Stadium. Professional ice hockey is represented by the ECHL’s Cincinnati Cyclones, although based in Ohio, they attract fans from Kentucky due to proximity. Lexington is home to keen college basketball interests, most notably the University of Kentucky Wildcats, with games held at Rupp Arena.
Kentucky Ticket Prices
Adult ticket prices including fees for events in Kentucky start from as low as USD $7 for basic tickets to USD $5,369 for the most premium tickets; with the average starting ticket price at USD $28. The price depends on a range of factors including the type of event, performers, venue, and ticket category.
