Derby History
The Kentucky Derby is called "The Most Exciting ______ minutes in sports"
(2 minutes, 10 minutes, 30 minutes)
2 minutes
Fun Fact: The fastest Kentucky Derby time was 1 minute and 59 seconds.
How old does a horse have to be to be in the Kentucky Derby?
(2 years, 3 years, 8 years)
3 years
Fun Fact: A horse has only 1 chance to be a Kentucky Derby winner.
Which city does Derby take place in?
(Lexington, Louisville, Memphis)
Louisville
Fun Fact: The Kentucky Derby is held at Churchill Downs in Louisville
What event has floats that go down the street?
(Balloon Glow, Parade, Chow Wagon)
Parade
Fun Fact: The Kentucky Derby parade takes place in downtown Louisville.
What is the official drink of the Kentucky Derby?
(Lemonade, Mint Julep, Coca-Cola)
Mint Julep
Fun Fact: It is made with Kentucky made bourbon.
The official flower of the race
(Sunflower, Lily, Rose)
Rose
Fun Fact: The roses used for the Kentucky Derby are red.
What kind of horses can race in the Kentucky Derby?
(Thoroughbreds, Arabians, Mustangs)
Thoroughbreds
Fun Fact: Thoroughbreds are known for their speed, agility and spirit.
What is the name of the person who rides the horses?
(owner, groomer, jockey)
Jockey
Fun Fact: The jockey has to wear safety gear such as helmet, goggles, safety vest, boots and silk.
What kicks off Derby and includes the largest fireworks display in the United States?
(Thunder Over Louisville, Run for the Roses, Great Steamboat Race)
Thunder Over Louisville
Fun Fact: Thunder Over Louisville has been taking place since 1991.
What is the famous dish created in the 1920's at the Brown Hotel for Derby?
(Hot Cheetos, Hot Sandwich, Hot Brown)
Hot Brown
Fun Fact: The Hot Brown includes turkey, ham, bacon and a cheese sauce served on top of bread.
What day is the Kentucky Derby always held?
(Friday, Saturday, Sunday)
Saturday
Fun Fact: It is always the first Saturday in May
What is the name of the first Kentucky Derby winner?
(Justify, Aristides, Big Brown)
Aristides
Fun Fact: Aristides won the first race in 1875. This first race was run at 1 1/2 miles.
What does the winning horse get?
(Garland of roses, wallet of cash, new stable)
Garland of roses
Fun fact: Kroger makes the garland of roses by hand.
What famous boat takes place in The Great Steam Boat Race?
(Belle of Louisville, Jade of the Seas, Steamboat Willie)
Belle of Louisville
Fun Fact: The Belle of Louisville was built in 1914.
What is a famous dessert made in Louisville by Kern's Kitchen that is served at the Derby?
(Derby Pie, Kentucky Pie, Apple Pie)
Derby Pie
Fun Fact: Derby Pie is a chocolate nut pie.
The triple crown consists of ________ races.
(1, 3, 5)
3
Fun Fact: To win the triple crown a horse must win the Kentucky Derby, The Preakness Stakes and The Belmont Stakes.
Who is in charge of exercising and getting horses prepped for the races?
(jockey, owner, trainer)
Trainer
Fun Fact: Trainers get the horses to complete workouts daily.
(America the Beautiful, My Old Kentucky Home, Go Baby Go)
Fun Fact: My Old Kentucky Home was written by Stephen Foster. You can also visit the Old Kentucky Home in Bardstown, Kentucky.
What is the name of the race of Friday?
(Derby, Oaks, Preakness)
Fun Fact: The Oaks is a race for 3 year old fillies. They win a garland of lilies.
What is the thick, meaty stew served at the Derby?
(Chili, Burgoo, Vegetable Soup)
Burgoo
Fun Fact: Burgoo can be made with chicken, beef or pork. It has different vegetables included like carrots, celery and lima beans.
This year is Kentucky Derby #________
(75, 100, 150)
150
Fun Fact: There have been 150 years of the running of the Kentucky Derby.
What year did Secretariat win the Kentucky Derby?
(1928, 1973, 2012)
1973
Fun Fact: Secretariat won the Kentucky Derby and has been the fastest horse to do so. Secretariat was also a Triple Crown winner.
Who presents the winner with a trophy?
(Owner, Horse, Governor)
Governor
Fun Fact: The current Kentucky governor is Andy Beshear.
What is the most popular fashion accessory worn for Derby?
(Hats, Boots, Necklaces)
Hats
Fun Facts: Some women will wear fascinators instead of Derby hats.
Approximately how much food is served at the concession stands at the Kentucky Derby each year?
(2 tons, 5.5 tons, 10 tons)
5.5 tons
Fun Fact: They serve things like hot dogs, fries, pizza and more.