May 1, 2025- May 5, 2025
Kentucky Derby 2025
The Ultimate Fan Experience
Due to high demand, price increase coming on January 1
Experience the Kentucky Derby 2025 in True Southern Style with TrueFan Travel
Get ready to don your finest hat and sip on a mint julep as you immerse yourself in the heart of one of America’s most storied traditions—the Kentucky Derby. TrueFan Travel invites you to experience the 2025 Derby in Louisville, Kentucky, where the pageantry, history, and thrill of “The Most Exciting Two Minutes in Sports” await. Whether you’re a seasoned Derby-goer or experiencing it for the first time, our curated travel packages ensure that you’ll witness the magic of the Run for the Roses in unmatched style and comfort.
What’s Included in Our Kentucky Derby 2025 Experience
At TrueFan Travel, we believe in crafting experiences that go beyond just attending the event. Here’s what our Kentucky Derby 2025 package includes:
Hotel accommodations at the Thompson Nashville for the entirety of the trip, a rooftop welcome event hosted by TrueFan travel, a Nashville-style happy hour hosted by Philly PR Girl, roundtrip bus transfers from Nashville to the famous Kentucky Derby, Derby general admission tickets, as well as free-time to explore these awesome states.
Optional round-trip flights to Nashville and airport transfers are available as an add-on during registration.
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What’s Included
HOTEL STAY
4-night stay at the Thompson Nashville
KENTUCKY DERBY ENTRY
General Admission ticket to Kentucky Derby
DERBY DAY TRANSPORTATION
Round-trip Charter Bus transfers from Nashville to Kentucky Derby
VIP DERBY UPGRADE
Update your ticket to the VIP Level [Add-on – Price subject to availability]
GROUP EVENTS
Welcome to Nashville Event and Happy Hour Party
TRIP COORDINATORS
Experienced on-site trip coordinators to lead the group, coordinate all events, and to assist with your dream vacation
ITINERARY
A detailed trip itinerary will be sent between 3-4 weeks prior to your trip
REFUND POLICY
All deposits and payments are non-refundable.
FLIGHTS & AIRPORT TRANSFERS (ADD-ON)
Round-trip direct flights to/from Nashville and Round-trip airport transfers to/from airport to hotel [Add-on – Price subject to availability]
Full Itinerary
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Thu, May 1
Travel Day to Nashville; Welcome Event -
Fri, May 2
Free-Day in Nashville & Happy Hour Event! -
Sat, May 3
Bus Trip to Kentucky for THE 151st Kentucky Derby -
Sun, May 4
Free Day in Nashville -
Mon, May 5
Depart Nashville
Accommodations
Thompson Nashville
Pricing & Packages
4-NIGHT SELF TRAVEL PACKAGE
1 per room – $3,099 per person
2 per room – $2,299 per person
ADD-ON: FLIGHTS & AIRPORT TRANSFERS
Round trip from Chicago or Philadelphia
$575 per person
On-Field VIP Upgrade
Where you can bring your own chair or picnic blanket and watch the races from the world’s largest 4K video board.
This ticket upgrade includes:
• Food & Beverage Concessions available for purchase day-of
• Views of the 4K video board
• Access to upgraded, air-conditioned restrooms, dedicated concessions and mutuel lines
• Ticket is for standing room only in a private area in the Final Turn of the Infield (reduced capacity).
• Area includes view of the Final Turn and Starting Gate
$375/person
Starting Gate VIP Upgrade with Reserved Seating
This ticket upgrade gives you access to elevated concession-style food and beverage (all-inclusive) within the brand-new Starting Gate Courtyard area, as well as:
- Stadium-style seating options along the final turn and Homestretch of the track
- Experience and Elevated Social Environment with premium finishes throughout the Grandstand adding a touch of elegance to your Derby experience.
- Located in the Grandstand Club Seating, with both covered and uncovered options, close to the Starting Gate and looking down the Homestretch.
- Guests have access to the Frontside and Paddock Viewing areas of the facility on the first floor for both Oaks and Derby days.
- All-Inclusive Food and Beverage Menu – including beer, wine, spirits, non-alcoholic options and concessions
$1975/person
All events listed above are exclusive to TrueFan travelers who have signed up for the full package.
Trip/events will take place rain or shine. Trip details and pricing are subject to change.
All deposits and payments are non-refundable.
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