The Kentucky Derby is one of the staples of the American sports calendar. The first race in the Triple Crown, the Kentucky Derby draws celebrities and fans from across the country for the most exciting two minutes in sports.
Having the chance to come out and drink mint juleps and wear elaborate hats isn't all the pricey of an excursion, all things considered. Tickets can be had for as little as $80, and with a capacity of around 170,000 people, there are plenty of spots to go around.
But as the derby gets closer, finding cheaper tickets will become increasingly difficult, and the premier seats are going to be more scarce.
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Looking to make the trek out to Louisville, Ky., for the 2022 Kentucky Derby? Here's all the information you need to buy tickets.
How much are Kentucky Derby tickets in 2022?
The Kentucky Derby is not an overly expensive event to attend, though it certainly can get expensive depending on where the seat is located. According to TicketSmarter, the pricing for tickets at the Kentucky Derby can start in the $80 to $110 range, with standing infield general admission tickets being the cheapest options. Those tickets can be had for less than $100.
However, ticket prices can quickly become expensive. The average price for a ticket is $1,148, per TicketSmarter, and seats on Millionaires Row can reach upwards of $6,000.
According to Ticketmaster, infield general admission tickets currently cost $80, dining hospitality seats can be had for as little as $775 or as much as $5,113, reserved and box seating tickets are going for anywhere between $507 and $6,000, and reserved bleacher seats range from $318 to $3,222.75.
Here's a look at the lowest and highest Kentucky Derby ticket prices on each site as of May 5, with the highest prices being for Millionaires Row and the Sky Terrace.
Most expensive tickets to 2022 Kentucky Derby
| Website | Price |
|---|---|
| TicketSmarter | $6,300 |
| Seatgeek | $9,993 |
| Vivid Seats | $6,350 |
| StubHub | $6,000 |
Cheapest tickets to 2022 Kentucky Derby
| Website | Price |
|---|---|
| TicketSmarter | $94 |
| Seatgeek | $78 |
| Vivid Seats | $87 |
| StubHub | $84 |
How much did Kentucky Derby tickets cost in 2021?
For spectators looking for standing-room only spots in the 2021 Kentucky Derby, tickets would cost $75 when purchased before April 18, $80 between April 19 and 30 and $85 on Kentucky Derby Day, according to USA Today. Infield uncovered reserved box seating would cost $725 per person, a six-seat box cost $4,350.
