Discover Kentucky
Interest Finder
Our interest finder is designed to help you quickly find activities you
will enjoy. Search interests.
International Visitors
Kentucky’s natural and man-made attractions may lure visitors to the Commonwealth but it’s the genuine hospitality of our people that makes the trip memorable. Kentuckians are proud of our unique heritage and enjoy sharing it with visitors. Come let us show you why Kentucky is a must-see destination for travelers across the globe and experience Kentucky’s Unbridled Spirit for yourself.
 |
The Ryder Cup, one of the last great sporting events founded on prestige rather than prize money, was first contested in 1927 and will be played for the 37th time in September 2008 at Valhalla Golf Club in Louisville, KY. Random draw for 2008 Ryder Cup tickets begin June 5, 2007 |
 |
These World Equestrian Championships, held every four years, were introduced in 1990 in Stockholm, Sweden, and have never been held outside of Europe. The Games in Kentucky will represent the largest equestrian sporting event ever held in the United States.
|
 |
No other state in the Union has as visible a symbol as Kentucky and its horses. Here, we truly do enjoy a love affair with all things equine. Nowhere does the Commonwealth's rich tradition of thoroughbred raising and racing come more alive than at Louisville's twin-spired Churchill Downs, site of the "most exciting two minutes in sports" - the Kentucky Derby.
|
 |
Held annually at the Kentucky Horse Park in Lexington the last weekend in April, the Rolex Kentucky Three-Day Event is organized by Equestrian Events Inc. (EEI), a non-profit charitable corporation created in 1975 to stage the 1978 World Three-Day Event Championships. |
 |
Louisville, Kentucky will host the newest Ironman Event. The Ford Ironman Louisville is a five-year agreement with the inaugural event taking place August 26, 2007. Ironman consists of a 2.4 mile swim, 112 mile bike and a 26.2 mile run. Athletes must complete the three disciplines in succession within the 17-hour time frame. 2,100 competitors from around the world will vie for the cherished title in order to advance to the World Championships. |