ST. JAMES COURT ART SHOWFine Art & Culture,
One of the nation's finest art shows amid the mansions of Old Louisville, explored beautifully.
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The Show, Day by Day
- Fri · Oct 2
Opening Day · 10am–6pm
The courts open along St. James, Belgravia and Fountain. Lighter crowds early make it the best window for a relaxed first walk-through.
- Sat · Oct 3
Full Show · 10am–6pm
All 600+ juried artists in 16 media, live music and the full food court in full swing. The busiest, liveliest day of the weekend.
- Sun · Oct 4
Final Day · 10am–5pm
Your last chance for the piece you keep thinking about. Artists often talk shop as the show winds down.
- All Weekend
Food, Music & Old Louisville
Street food and local vendors, acoustic stages between the courts, and the Victorian mansions of America's largest preservation district all around you.
Getting There, Parking & Our Shuttle
Old Louisville streets close for the show and parking disappears fast. We drop you right at the edge of the historic district and collect you whenever you're ready, no circling, no long walk, no stress.
- Door pickup from your hotel or rental
- Drop-off beside Central Park & St. James Court
- On-call return the moment you're done
Prefer to drive yourself? We'll send the best parking and the quietest entrance before you go.
Arrange My RideThe Sketch. The Study. The Masterpiece.
Guided access, dining and the charm of historic Old Louisville, curated for a relaxed weekend.
A smart, well-handled start.
- Event-day access & ticket planning
- Accommodation guidance
- Concierge assistance
- Core local itinerary
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- Upgraded access & ticket planning
- Hotel coordination
- Transportation planning
- Dining reservations
- Concierge assistance throughout
The full private experience.
- Curated full itinerary
- Premium access & ticket planning
- Private transportation planning
- Exclusive experiences & reservations
- Personal concierge all trip
Your time here, day by day
The Day Before
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Catch the Sunrise Workouts at the track, then the Handicapper's Dinner that evening.
Welcome to Old Louisville
Private transfer, boutique check-in and a welcome dinner among the mansions.
Art & Culture
Guided access to the show, curator introductions and refined hospitality.
History & Farewell
A historic-district stroll or bourbon tasting before your departure.
The Business of Racing
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Caught the racing bug and dreaming of owning a horse? Let us take you out to a working farm to see how it all works.
The right stays in Louisville
The Brown Hotel
The Brown Hotel
A 1923 Georgian-Revival grande dame, home of the original Hot Brown and one of Louisville's most storied lobby bars.
The Seelbach
The Seelbach
A 1905 Beaux-Arts landmark that captures F. Scott Fitzgerald's Louisville, restored to its Gilded-Age grandeur.
Ashburne Farms
Ashburne Farms
A private farm estate between Louisville and Frankfort, with wide-open pasture and true Kentucky quiet.
Hotel Distil
Hotel Distil
A bourbon-inspired boutique on historic Whiskey Row, steps from the best of downtown.
The Grady
The Grady
An intimate, design-forward boutique hotel with genuine white-glove service.
Hyatt Regency
Hyatt Regency
Modern comfort in the heart of the city, with skyline views and easy access to it all.
Downtown Marriott
Downtown Marriott
Spacious and central, connected to the convention center and the KFC Yum! Center.
The Painted Lady
The Painted Lady
A grand five-bedroom, three-bath Victorian in Old Louisville, full of period charm with room for the whole group.
Play & Stay Airbnb
Play & Stay Airbnb
A stylish Bardstown Road rental in the heart of the Highlands, walkable to the city's best bars and tables.
Tempo by Hilton on Market
Tempo by Hilton on Market
Bright, modern and budget-friendly on Market Street, walkable to Whiskey Row and downtown.
Hotel Bourré Bonne
Hotel Bourré Bonne
A warm, bourbon-inspired stay that captures Louisville's easy Southern charm.
Kentucky Experiences Chosen by Those Who Live Here
"Concierge service, done right. Every experience here is hand-selected by someone who lives here."
Angelique, Concierge Director
We know…
- Local drivers who know how to slip in and out of traffic, so you're there in 15 minutes or less.
- Where to grab the best pizza once you slip out of the track.
- The afterparties the locals actually go to, and the best ones you'll never find on Google.
- Exactly what to tuck in your bag for Derby day so nothing catches you off guard.
- The seats truly worth having, plus my three favorite sections at the track.
- How to pull your whole look together. Always pick the hat first, then build the outfit around it.
Yours all weekend
You have a direct line to a private concierge, and a dedicated one who is yours for the entire weekend.
Airport Transfer with Caddie
Airport Transfer with Caddie
Met at the gate by a personal caddie who handles your bags and gets you moving.
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Luxury Accommodations
Luxury Accommodations
The right hotels and suites, right where the action is.
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Hand-Selected Kentucky Oaks & Derby Seats
Hand-Selected Kentucky Oaks & Derby Seats
Clubhouse, box and grandstand seats chosen for your group.
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Private Transportation
Private Transportation
Luxury vehicles and private drivers, coordinated all weekend.
ExploreWhy guests trust Louisville Guest Services
Angelique Rison
I built Louisville Guest Services so our guests could experience Kentucky's best moments with confidence, comfort and true insider access. From the first phone call to the final farewell, you have one person who knows this city intimately, so you can focus on the memories, not the logistics.
Start Planning With AngeliqueEverything around the event, handled.
The seat, the stay, the ride and the details, five ways your concierge supports the weekend.