Event Related

What would cancel the Balloon Race, mini, Thunder etc.?
Weather is always a factor with outdoor events. The Festival's prime concern is safety in making decisions concerning cancellation or postponement. News organizations will receive any cancellation notices immediately from the Festival Press Office. Weather conditions which might affect specific events:

• GREAT BALLOON GLOW, April 25. Wind faster than 14 mph and rain will delay or cancel static luminary.
• GREAT BALLOON RACE, April 26. Wind faster than 14 mph, less than 3 miles visibility, clouds below 1,500 feet and rain will postpone launch. (There are four flight windows for this event - Saturday morning and afternoon and Sunday morning and afternoon.
• Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield Derby Festival Marathon/miniMarathon, April 26. Race has never been canceled. Only severe weather conditions creating a potential danger, such as lightning, could cause cancellation.
• Thunder Over Louisville FIREWORKS, Saturday April 12. Winds in excess of 23 mph will disrupt patterns. Light rain will not affect the show, but a steady downpour could cause delay or cancellation. There is no rain date for Opening Ceremonies: Thunder Over Louisville.
• GREAT STEAMBOAT RACE, April 30. High water could cancel race (generally over 20 feet on upper gauge at McAlpine Dam). River conditions have also altered the course in the past.
• PEGASUS PARADE, May 1 Rain will not stop the parade but may cause some participants to withdraw. Only a severe storm posing a hazard to participants or spectators would cause cancellation.

How do I register for the Anthem Blue Cross & Blue Shield Derby Festival Marathon/miniMarathon?

• Marathon Entry Fees
  Registered by April 7th $60
  Registered April 8th - 14th $75
  Registrered April 15th - 19th (online only) $90
  Late Registration April 24th and 25th, 2003 $90
• MiniMarathon Entry Fees
  Registered by April 7th $30 ($25 online)
  Registered April 8th - 14th $40 ($35 online)
  Registrered April 15th - 19th (online only) $50
  Late Registration April 24th and 25th, 2003 $50

What are the dates for the Triple Crown of Running?
Triple Crown Dates - Rodes City Run is Saturday, March 15, Papa John's Ten Miler - Saturday March 29, Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield Derby Festival Marathon/miniMarathon - April 26

Can I walk the Anthem Blue Cross & Blue Shield Derby Festival Marathon/miniMarathon?
Yes, you can walk the miniMarathon all runners have from 8 am - 12noon to be on the course, roads re-open at 12 noon

Where can I get information on performing at the Chow Wagons?
You will need to contact tkling@kdf.org

What is the date for Thunder Over Louisville?
Saturday April 12, 2003

Do I need tickets to Thunder Over Louisville?
No. There are many areas for Thunder viewing that are absolutely FREE. Viewing locations are open to all with the exception of some restricted areas. The Derby Festival does provide viewing from the Chow Wagon on the Belvedere & at Waterfront Park when wearing a $3 Pegasus Pin.

Are there any hotels conveniently located for getting to Thunder by foot? Are there any that offer packages including tickets to some of the special events?
There are many hotels located near the Louisville Waterfront for a complete list visit the Derby Festival Visitors section. For Special Group Packages contact the Louisville Convention & Visitors Bureau.

Can I buy videotape of Thunder Over Louisville?
We have not in the past created videos for selling. This year this is a consideration, please stay tuned for more information to come in April.

Where can I get information on handicapped seating for Thunder?
Thanks for your interest in the Derby Festival's Thunder Over Louisville. We have an area that we work with the Easter Seals Louisville Center in setting up specifically for handicapped viewing. I have forwarded your email to them and have asked that they get in touch with you concerning the details.

Can I bring my pet, cooler, lawnchairs, tent, etc to Thunder?
It is the Derby Festival policy, at the suggestion of the city and county governmental agencies, that pets, lawnchairs, coolers and tents not be allowed in the Thunder venue.

How do I get tickets to the Derby Festival Basketball Classic?
Tickets available at the Freedom Hall ticket windows or all TicketMaster locations beginning in March 2003. To order by phone, call 502-361-3100 or 1-800-487-1212. TicketMaster service charge will be added.

General Festival Questions

How do I get involved?
For volunteer information contact volunteer@kdf.org; For Foundation Supporting Membership information visit www.kdf.org; For Marketing/Sponsorship information contact dschieman@kdf.org

How can a business become a sponsor of the Festival?
For Marketing/Sponsorship information contact dschieman@kdf.org

Where can I get information about Hotel accommodations?
Call the Louisville Convention & Visitors Bureau 1-888-Louisville (888-568-4684) or visit www.gotolouisville.com

What running of The Kentucky Derby is this?
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Where can I get ticket information & other information on the Kentucky Derby?
Please visit www.kyderby.com or call Churchill Downs at 1-800-283-3729

Where can I get information on Vendor space?
For food - please call Service America at (502) 634-8444; For Merchandise call Festival Gallery at (502) 253-1990.

What is a Pegasus Pin? What is a Pin Event?
A Pegasus Pin is a way you and your friends can support the Derby Festival. It is a sponsorship program for everyone. With the purchase of a Pegasus Pin you can enter over 30% of the Festival's 70 special events free by wearing your 2003 Pegasus Pin. Those events designated as pin events have a symbol by them - they are events such as the Great Balloon Race & Humana's Great Balloon Glow, all Chow Wagon locations, Bedlam in the Streets, Run for the Rose', Volleyball Classic and many more. Check out the full Schedule of Events on this site.

How do I purchase Derby Festival tickets?
Tickets for Kentucky Derby Festival events will go on sale March 24, 2003. Tickets for the following events can be purchased at The Kentucky Center Box Office located at 501 West Main Street. Box office hours are 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m., Monday-Saturday and noon - 5:00 p.m. on Sunday. Drive-thru hours are 11:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m., Monday - Friday.

Tickets may also be purchased at select ticketmaster locations. Order Tickets online at www.ticketmaster.com. For ticket information or to order by phone, please call 361-3100. TicketMaster convenience fee will be added to all outlet, internet and phone orders:

• Spring Fashion Show
• They're Off! ® Luncheon
• Basketball Classic (sold through Ticketmaster and KFEC)
• Great Steamboat Race Trial and Great Steamboat Race
• 48th Annual Pegasus Parade

For tickets to the following Events, please contact:
Knight of Columbus Charity Dinner: (502) 893-2220
Derby Trainers Dinner: (859) 259-1643
LVAA Steamboat Race Party: (502) 896-2146
Louisville Urban League Moonlight Cruise: (502) 585-4622
Lincoln Foundation Barbecue: (502) 585-4733
Taste of Derby Festival® (Benefit for Dare to Care): (502) 584-6383

I am interested in being a concessionaire or merchandising vendor for the Festival. Who should I call?
For Food and Beverage concessions contact Service America 502-634-8444
For merchandise vending opportunities contact Jennifer Keesear at 502-584-3378 ext. 826.