Sunrise Trackside: Breeders’ Cup Edition

Watch Breeders’ Cup horses work on the Keeneland main track on four free mornings before the races.

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When
Tuesday, October 27
7 am – 10 amEastern Time
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Where
Keeneland
4201 Versailles RoadGet directions
Admission
Free admissionCoffee and breakfast are sold separately.
Registration
See About this event for what the listing says, and ask Keeneland about sign-up
Who to ask

Questions about this event go to the organizer, Keeneland. Ask them through the official event page.

The empty grass and dirt track at Keeneland Race Course under a hazy early-morning sky, with the grandstand and red-and-white furlong poles in view, September 2005.
Keeneland race course, . Historical photo.Photo: Jason Phillips · CC BY 2.5 · Credits & changes

Before you go

The Morning Works Tour on the same mornings is a separate guided tour; the festival site lists two different prices for it, so confirm before booking. Parking instructions for these mornings are not published on the event page; follow Keeneland’s signs on the day.

About this event

Keeneland lists Sunrise Trackside: Breeders’ Cup Edition for Monday through Thursday, October 26 to 29, from 7 to 10 am. It is free and no ticket is required. Coffee and a light breakfast are sold at the first-floor concessions. The Breeders’ Cup Festival site lists the same dates, hours and free entry.

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Tickets
Keeneland says this edition is free to attend and needs no ticket. Coffee and light breakfast are sold at first-floor concession stands.From keeneland.com, checked October 21, 2026

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Accessible parking
OfferedOn race days, free accessible parking is in semipaved Rows 17 to 21, with no reservation needed. Enter at Gate 1. Golf cart shuttles take anyone who needs mobility help to the South Entrance.From keeneland.com, checked October 21, 2026

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