After a year in which the COVID-19 pandemic forced the postponement of many races, limited or eliminated fans from attending live racing, and caused a general global upheaval, the Longines Kentucky Oaks and Kentucky Derby Presented by Woodford Reserve returned to their traditional spot on the racing calendar in the spring at

In recent years, Louisville has gone from having the reputation as a “hidden gem” on the dining and entertainment scene to being duly recognized as one of the best cities in the U.S. for unique restaurants and bars. And of course, the spotlight shines brightest on Kentucky’s biggest (some would say only) city during Kentucky Derby Presented by Woodford Reserve week.