Sports 

Kentucky is known for its thoroughbreds, but you can also enjoy great hunting and fishing, and the beauty of our state and national parks.

 Resources
  • Boating
    Enjoy safe boating and fishing in Kentucky.
  • Horse Racing
    Kentucky race horses are known around the world. Access track information and racing schedules here.
    • Churchill Downs
      Churchill Downs officially opened in 1875 and began its tradition as "Home of the Kentucky Derby."
    • Horse Racing Commission
      The Kentucky Horse Racing Commission's mission is to promote, foster, and encourage the horse breeding industry and to improve the breeds of horses.
    • Horse Racing Commission Licensing Forms and Applications
      Important horse racing license applications can be found here.
    • Horse Racing Dates
      Schedule a date at the track by viewing the list of racing dates for 2004.
    • Horse Racing Tracks
      A list of horse racing tracks, including thoroughbred and standardbred.
    • Keeneland
      Keeneland is a combination Thoroughbred race course and sales company located six miles west of Lexington in the heart of Kentucky's famed Bluegrass Region.
    • Kentucky Derby Festival
      What the Run for the Roses is to horse racing, the Derby Festival is to community celebrations. The Festival is one of the premiere events of its kind in the world. It brings fun, excitement, international recognition and a spirit that is unmatched anywhere."
    • Turfway Park
      Catch the fun and excitement of Thoroughbred racing all year long at Turfway Park.
  • Hunting & Fishing
    Find a great place to hunt or fish; purchase your license online.
  • Auto Racing
    Visit raceways and speedways in Kentucky.
  • Bicycling
    Find biking trails throughout the state.
  • Browse a Calendar of Events
    View a calendar of events in Kentucky by selecting a region of the state.
  • Caving
    The Department of Tourism's Interest Finder will show you the best locations for cave exploration.
  • Fish and Wildlife Department Resources Tournament Fishing Schedule
    The Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources welcomes you to the Tournament Fishing Scheduling site. It is intended to assist you in planning a pleasurable event where you can see the tournaments scheduled for the water body, ramp and date you select.
  • Professional and College Sports
    Use the Interest Finder to located Sports Attractions in the Bluegrass.