Leashed dogs are welcome nearly everywhere in the park, but be aware of your pet’s needs for cooling down in the Summer. Visitor Center has nice gift shop with something for everyone, including cold drinks & snacks. I will say that in July you will likely be subjected to some pretty miserably hot conditions for most of the park, but the visitor center & other buildings are well climate controlled, including the Alltech Arena where many large events take place. Visited with husband and another couple who are collectors.

I visited for BreyerFest, an event for model horse collectors like me. Wonderful place to visit if you are in the least interested in horses. Really, if you have a free Wednesday to Sunday in this area in April or October you must visit for the culture the fun and just general pleasant vibes. Once you put $2 on a horse to place another $2 on one to win and final $2 on a couple to show your invested and will find yourself yelling 'come on 3 let's go!!!' And high fiveing strangers over your win. Have a great day doing some People watching and enjoy all the outfits, dresses, hats, and fanciers. For food absolutely get the Ruben and for dessert the bread pudding is an unbeatable classic. You can bring in some small camp chairs if you need to sit. See the horses in the paddock and then watch the race from the general admission area the view is excellent. Get the program and pen for $5 They even have experts there to advise you if like most folks you have no idea about what is going on.

Most fun you can have in Lexington for $7.

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