# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Shepherd Insurance Kentucky Derby Festival Great Steamboat Race
- **Event Start and End Date**: Wed, 29 Apr, 2026 at 04:30 pm (-04:00)
- **Event Description**: Buy tickets here: https://tickets.kdf.org/p/tickets

The event pits vessels against each other, including the Belle of Cincinnati, as they compete for bragging rights in this race on the river! 

Come see if our beloved local steamboat reigns supreme in 2026. This ticket is on board the Belle of Louisville for the Shepherd Insurance Great Steamboat Race. 
 
Belle of Louisville Ticket includes: 
- Cruise on the Ohio River 
- Dinner Menu: TBD 
- Beverages and open bar 
- Live entertainment 
 
4:30 - 5:30PM: Boarding 
5:45PM: Departure 
6PM: Race Begins 
Awards Ceremony Following 

Sponsored by: Shepherd Insurance 

Official Luxury Vehicle: Cadillac/Courtesy Cadillac. 
Official Patient Care Provider: PPL Therapeutic Services, PLLC. 
Official Bourbon: Brough Brothers Distillery 

Official Tequilla: Casamigos Tequilla 
Media Sponsor: Q 103.1 
Supporting Sponsors: Belle of Louisville and Belle of Cincinnati 
For tickets aboard the rival Belle of Cincinnati, call 1-800-261-8586. 

Please consider supporting the Kentucky Derby Festival Foundation, the charitable arm of the Kentucky Derby Festival. Simply add a donation at checkout. Donations are 100% tax deductible. Through funding and support for charitable, educational, cultural activities and historical preservation, the Kentucky Derby Festival Foundation fosters inclusive experiences for the community that inspire individual and community growth.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/louisville/shepherd-insurance-kentucky-derby-festival-great-steamboat-race/200029045501742
- **Event Categories**: kentucky-derby, sports, festivals, nonprofit
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 87

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Louisville
- **state**: KY
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 401 W River Rd, Louisville, KY 40202-2993, United States
- **lat**: 38.25872
- **long**: -85.75455
- **full address**: 401 W River Rd, Louisville, KY 40202-2993, United States

## Event gallery

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Shepherd Insurance Kentucky Derby Festival Great Steamboat Race being held?
  - **A:** Shepherd Insurance Kentucky Derby Festival Great Steamboat Race takes place on Wed, 29 Apr, 2026 at 04:30 pm to Wed, 29 Apr, 2026 at 04:30 pm at 401 W River Rd, Louisville, KY 40202-2993, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Shepherd Insurance Kentucky Derby Festival Great Steamboat Race?
  - **A:** Shepherd Insurance Kentucky Derby Festival Great Steamboat Race is organized by Kentucky Derby Festival.
- **Q**: What has been the experience of attendees at Kentucky Derby Festival's events?
  - **A:** Kentucky Derby Festival has 164+ followers on AllEvents, reflecting a trusted and active community of event-goers who follow their events. Kentucky Derby Festival has a verified profile on AllEvents where you can read reviews and explore their upcoming events.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Shepherd Insurance Kentucky Derby Festival Great Steamboat Race is ideal for festival lovers, culture enthusiasts, and anyone looking for a vibrant, immersive community experience. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Louisville, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 80+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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