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Weekend 5 preview

5 checked picks for Oct 30–Nov 1, 2026, each linked to its official source. The Thursday email has the same picks.

1. Friday, October 30 · 9:30 am

   Breeders’ Cup World Championships

   Two days of championship racing at Keeneland on October 30 and 31, with 14 races and gates opening before 10 am both days.

   Keeneland, West Lexington
   Friday trackside GA from $85; Saturday GA unavailable on official page. Ticket availability rechecked October 23: only Friday trackside general admission is advertised for sale, starting at $85; check the seller for the final total and changes. This is not a Saturday ticket offer. The earlier admission policy says children 12 and under enter general admission free with a paid adult. Tickets are sold only through SeatGeek; parking is sold separately and in advance only.
   Official details · Listing checked October 20, 2026; some details rechecked later

2. Friday, October 30 · 11 am – 12 pm

   Boo Bash at Beaumont Branch

   A Halloween hour for young children with songs, games and crafts; costumes are encouraged.

   Beaumont Branch, West Lexington
   Confirm admission with the library
   Official details · Checked October 27, 2026

3. Friday, October 30 · 11 am – 6 pm

   Breeders’ Cup Watch Party

   Watch the races on a large outdoor screen at Gatton Park over two afternoons.

   Gatton Park, Downtown
   Free admission. Food and drink may cost extra.
   Official details · Checked October 23, 2026

4. Saturday, October 31 · 8 am – 2 pm

   Lexington Farmers Market: Main Street

   Two announced Saturday markets on Main Street before the November 7 winter-market move.

   Lexington Farmers Market · Downtown
   Admission not listed. The dated notice lists times and locations without an admission price. Purchases are separate.
   Official details · Checked October 27, 2026

5. Sunday, November 1 · 10 am – 2 pm

   Lexington Farmers Market: Southland

   Sunday market dates explicitly announced for October 25 and November 1 at Southland Drive.

   Lexington Farmers Market · Southland
   Admission not listed. The dated notice lists times and locations without an admission price. Purchases are separate.
   Official details · Checked October 27, 2026

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