Breeders' Cup 2026 Parking at Keeneland
Friday, October 30 and Saturday, October 31, 2026, at Keeneland, 4201 Versailles Road, Lexington KY 40510. Prices, passes, shuttles, and times for every way to get there.
Every parking option for Breeders' Cup weekend is advance purchase only. Nothing is sold at the gate. Buy before you drive.
Pick your option
| Option | Friday | Saturday | Two-day | What you get |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Hill | $55 | $85 | $140 | On-site grass parking, free shuttle to the admission gates |
| Blue Grass Airport Park and Ride | $40 | $60 | $100 | Free shuttle to Keeneland, about 5 to 7 minutes each way |
| Downtown Shuttle (per person) | $20 | $40 | $60 | Round trip from West Short Street, about 20 minutes each way |
| Rideshare (no pass, Gate 1 lot) | No pass needed | Dedicated rideshare lot reached through Gate 1 | ||
| ADA (pre-paid pass by phone or email) | Through Breeders' Cup Ticketing | On-site ADA parking with a hangtag or ADA plate displayed | ||
Passes are sold through the Buy Friday, Buy Saturday, and Buy Two-Day buttons on the Breeders' Cup parking page, which go to SeatGeek. Passes are digital, and it is one pass per vehicle. Every shuttle keeps running for up to 90 minutes after the last race each day.
Times
| Eastern Time | Fri, Oct 30 | Sat, Oct 31 |
|---|---|---|
| Parking opens | 9:00 a.m. | 8:30 a.m. |
| Admission opens | 9:30 a.m. | 9:00 a.m. |
| First post | 11:55 a.m. | 11:15 a.m. |
| First Breeders' Cup race | 2:55 p.m. | 1:10 p.m. |
Your options
The Hill
Advance PurchaseBuy a Friday, Saturday, or two-day pass before you go. The Hill is on-site grass parking both days. A free shuttle runs between The Hill and the public shuttle drop-off outside the admission gates, and mobility assistance is available.
$55 Friday, $85 Saturday, $140 both days
Blue Grass Airport Park and Ride
Advance PurchasePark at Blue Grass Airport and ride the free shuttle. The ride to Keeneland is about 5 to 7 minutes each way. Walking from the lot to the track is not permitted. The first shuttle leaves the lot at 9:15 a.m. Friday and 8:45 a.m. Saturday, and return shuttles run throughout the day and up to 90 minutes after the last race. The lot has grass and paved surfaces, and mobility assistance is available.
$40 Friday, $60 Saturday, $100 both days
Downtown Shuttle
Advance PurchaseRide from West Short Street near North Upper Street. The round trip runs between downtown Lexington and Keeneland, about 20 minutes each way. The first shuttle is at 9:00 a.m. Friday, and service begins at 8:30 a.m. Saturday. Return shuttles run throughout the day and up to 90 minutes after the last race. Every rider needs a shuttle pass and a Breeders' Cup ticket, and there are no on-site sales.
If you are dining or staying downtown on October 30 or 31, ask your hotel or restaurant whether you qualify for a shuttle discount.
You park downtown on your own. The two garages closest to the stop are the 350 West Short Garage at 350 W. Short St. and the Courthouse Garage at 105 Barr St., both with a $19 daily max. Our downtown Lexington parking guide covers the rest.
$20 Friday, $40 Saturday, $60 both days, per person
Rideshare
No PassBook your ride to Gate 1, at Versailles Road and Man O' War Boulevard. Uber, Lyft, taxis, and other rideshare use a dedicated rideshare lot reached through Gate 1. Breeders' Cup has partnered with SP+ GameDay, a Metropolis company, on rideshare.
ADA and mobility assistance
Advance PurchaseCall (859) 514-9428 or email tickets@breederscup.com for a pre-paid ADA parking pass. That is Breeders' Cup Ticketing. ADA parking is on site at Keeneland, and you need the pre-paid official pass plus either a valid ADA hangtag on the rearview mirror or a state-issued ADA license plate, both displayed. Physical ADA passes mail in early October.
Carts, trams, and shuttles run throughout Keeneland for guests who need mobility assistance.
How to choose
The Hill is the closest to the gates, and it costs the most, $55 Friday and $85 Saturday.
The cheapest way to drive is the Blue Grass Airport Park and Ride, $40 Friday and $60 Saturday. You cannot walk from that lot, so plan on the shuttle both ways.
If you are staying or eating downtown, the Downtown Shuttle is the option that does not need a car at the track. The hotel and restaurant discount is worth one question when you book.
Rideshare needs no pass, but every car funnels through Gate 1.
What is different from a normal Keeneland day
- •The Hill is free on Fall Meet days. On Breeders' Cup days it is $55 Friday or $85 Saturday.
- •The Meadow, free on a normal race day, is not listed as a Breeders' Cup option.
- •Nothing is sold on site. Every parking pass is bought in advance.
- •Gates and first post are earlier than on a Fall Meet day.
The Fall Meet runs October 2 to 24, 2026, and normal Keeneland parking rules apply on those days. For the Fall Meet the Shuttle Depot is temporarily beneath Barns 1 to 3 because of Breeders' Cup setup. The regular rules are on our Keeneland parking guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much is parking at the Breeders' Cup 2026?
The Hill is $55 Friday, $85 Saturday, or $140 for both days. Blue Grass Airport Park and Ride is $40 Friday, $60 Saturday, or $100 for both days, with the shuttle included. The Downtown Shuttle is $20 Friday, $40 Saturday, or $60 for both days per person.
Can I buy parking at the gate on Breeders' Cup weekend?
No. Advance purchase is required for every parking option, and no parking passes are sold on site on October 30 or 31. Passes are digital, one per vehicle, so buy yours before you drive.
Is there free parking at Keeneland for the Breeders' Cup?
No free lot is listed for Breeders' Cup weekend. The Hill, which is free on a normal race day, is $55 or $85 for Breeders' Cup, and The Meadow is not listed as a Breeders' Cup option. Rideshare is the one way in that needs no parking pass.
Where does the Breeders' Cup downtown shuttle leave from?
It leaves from West Short Street near North Upper Street in downtown Lexington, and the ride is about 20 minutes each way. Every rider needs a shuttle pass and a Breeders' Cup ticket, and you park downtown on your own.
Can I walk to Keeneland from the Blue Grass Airport lot?
No. Walking from the airport lot to the track is not permitted, so everyone parked there rides the free shuttle, about 5 to 7 minutes each way. Return shuttles run until up to 90 minutes after the last race.
What time does parking open for the Breeders' Cup?
Parking opens at 9:00 a.m. on Friday, October 30 and at 8:30 a.m. on Saturday, October 31. Admission opens half an hour after parking on both days.
Breeders' Cup sets its own parking rules for this event. Verify every detail at breederscup.com before you go. Prices and times on this page were checked there on October 4, 2026.
For tickets, dress, and the rest of the weekend, read our Breeders' Cup 2026 guide.