Opening Weekend & Kentucky Derby Day

  • Kentucky Derby 136

  • Kentucky Oaks 136

  • The 2010 Derby Glass

The 2010 season begins Thursday, April 29th and continues through Sunday, Sept. 26 with live racing every Thursday through Sunday, plus Monday racing on Memorial Day, July 5 and Labor Day.

Thursday, April 29th- Opening Day!

Join us as Arlington Park opens for the 2010 season!

Gates open at 11:15 AM with the first post of the season at 1:00 PM.

Thursdays are Value Days and Senior Days at Arlington Park-

Every Thursday during the 2010 Season, guests of Arlington Park can enjoy:

  • $4 admission online; $6 admission at the gate
  • $4 admission for seniors (55+) online or at the gate
  • $2 off all admission and reserved seating combination packages

Every Thursday during the 2010 Arlington Park season is Senior Day. For adults 55 and older, admission is just $4 every Thursday. Arlington Park also offers free parking for guests, making the track a very affordable day out!

Friday, April 30th- Kentucky Oaks Day

Celebrate the Kentucky Oaks and watch the fillies as the race is simulcast here at Arlington!

Saturday, May 1st- Kentucky Derby Day

Celebrate Kentucky Derby 136 at Arlington Park for Chicagoland's Largest Derby Party!

To celebrate the first leg of racing's Triple Crown, Arlington Park invites guests to a day-long party including world-famous Mint Juleps featured throughout the facility as well as the musical styling of Bopology in the park area.

Derby Day Inclusive Group/Lunch Packages

Celebrate the Kentucky Derby in style and enjoy an all-day inclusive event in our International or Million Room- Perfect for groups to enjoy the day together!

Tickets and Reservations are Available April 1st - Click Below for more information regarding these great packages!

International Room Package

Million Room Package

Premium Giveaway

As a premium day at Arlington Park, there will be a Kentucky Derby glass giveaway to the first 2,500 online ticket purchasers through the entrance gates. Please redeem at the Paddock East counter. For ticket information click here.

For Kids and Families!

 Derby Day is also a Family Day at Arlington Park! In addition to all the festivities, pony rides and a petting zoo from noon until 4:00 PM in the park.

All children in attendance are also welcome to create and design their very own derby hat in celebration of the Kentucky Derby. Hats and materials will be available in the park area.