There is nothing like Keeneland in the spring. Cool crisp mornings, long afternoons with friends…that’s Keeneland! The thoroughbreds, the clothes, the tailgating….we think Keeneland is simply the best! This weekend is the famous Spring Meet – join us
Last spring I had the pleasure of dining with my father at the infamous Sunrise Trackside Breakfast at Keeneland. Tip: Wake early. Arrive early. The meal is served buffet style and is first come, first served. Although there is plenty of outdoor seating, if you are dining in March or April it will be chilly….and the interior tables fill up FAST. My father and I lucked out and snagged a table for two overlooking the track. A few horses were warming up with trainers and we enjoyed every moment. After breakfast, we walked right down to the track (no crowds!) and took this photo:
When I look at this picture, I am immediately taken back to the clean, cool air and the smell of earth as the horse’s hooves glided over the track. It was a special morning with my dad.
After the Sunrise Trackside breakfast, you will begin to see cars arriving and parking in the gorgeous bluegrass lot adjacent to Keeneland. Seriously, you park in Kentucky’s famed bluegrass! I almost could not leave our car the first time we arrived. The sheer beauty of the rolling hill where our car was directed to park was a refreshing site for this Florida girl! The early arrivals for the meet were here for one reason: tailgating!
Tailgating is an art form at Keeneland.
As you pack your silver trays and crystal stemware in anticipation of your day at Keeneland, we highly recommend mixing up a pitcher of our Azalea Belle cocktails to pour on site.
They are pretty and perfect for the Spring Meet!
Enjoy and embrace all this special place has to offer…..
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