Derby Calendar 2025. The 151st running of the kentucky derby will take place on saturday, may 3rd, 2025, with the main event usually taking place between 6:00 and 7:00 pm est. With more than 70 plus live racing days throughout the year, check out all opportunities you have to watch the thrills of.

Catch up on past churchill downs news. Note that dates for individual schools may vary due.