Potato fields, pilots, picnics and prayer: Churchill Downs' infield has been home to more than just debauchery in 147 years of Kentucky Derby history.

The other option is general admission to the infield or paddock area, which means no seat, no track view and no food included, but it’s only $75 in advance or $80 at the gate on Derby day.

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Those in Millionaire’s Row paid much more, but it wasn’t like today where you can spend $135K for a private suite and just to purchase a general admission “Infield” ticket costs you $130.

Those in Millionaire’s Row paid much more, but it wasn’t like today where you can spend $135K for a private suite and just to purchase a general admission “Infield” ticket costs you $130.

Ciara Murphy of Chicago lifed her glasses to watch a race in the infield at the 150th Kentucky Derby at Churchill Downs in Louisville, Ky., on Saturday, May 4, 2024.