Trip to Kentucky Derby

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Originally Posted by Thunder Gulch

I'll be making my 17th annual trip for the first Saturday of May. The answer to the question...it depends. Depends on whether you want to watch some horse racing or take in the atmosphere. Despite the great card of races (pay attention Maryland) the races are really spaced out and the crowd overwhelms you at the window. Thus you just can't treat this as any other day at the races.

Also, I believe the museum is closed on Derby weekend. Too many people on the grounds.

I'm not sure what you mean by "pay attention Maryland." I think the Preakness card is absolutely stellar and always has been.