Park Information
Spring Season
MARCH 13 – APRIL 28, 2024
Admission can be purchased at the Visitor Center upon entrance. Admission includes the next day free with the exception of major events and holidays.
Adult
Ages 13 – 61
$18
Senior
with I.D.
$16
Military
with I.D.
$10
Child
Ages 6 – 12
$10
Toddler
Ages 5 & under
Free
Hours
Wednesday – Sunday
9 AM – 5 PM
Closed Mondays & Tuesdays
Open Easter Sunday
Parking
Per Vehicle, Per Day
Free
Daily Schedule
Horse-Drawn Trolley
10:00 am.
Hall of Champions Show
11:00 a.m.
Facts & Fun at the Museum
12:30 p.m.
Parade of Breeds Show
1:00 p.m.
Horse-Drawn Trolley
2:00 p.m.
Hall of Champions Nightcap
3:00 p.m.
The International Museum of the Horse is currently undergoing renovations. While the museum remains open to the public, please note that certain exhibits may be temporarily closed during this period. We appreciate your understanding and patience as we work to create an even more captivating museum for all to enjoy.
Visiting
April 25-28?
The Defender Kentucky 3-Day Event takes over the Kentucky Horse Park from Thursday, April 25 through Sunday, April 28. If you plan to visit KHP during these dates you must purchase admission to the event.
All ticket sales are transacted during Defender event and will take place at general admission ticket locations. No tickets will be sold at the KHP Visitor Center.
Entrances based on parking location:
Campground, Rolex Way, Alltech Arena
Ticket Prices:
Thursday, $25
Friday, $25
Saturday, $48
Sunday, $45
Main Season
May 3 – November 5, 2023
Admission can be purchased at the Visitor Center upon entrance. Admission includes the next day free with the exception of major events and holidays.
Check out Kentucky Horse Park – live!
Group Visits & Educational Programs
If you’re in search of great group trip ideas, the Kentucky Horse Park is the perfect place to start.
International Museum of the Horse
Explore the largest and most comprehensive museum in the world dedicated to the important history of horses and their impact on human civilization.
Horseback Trail Rides & Pony Rides
Get in the saddle and explore the park’s paddocks on a 35-minute trail ride. Pony rides are also available for the youngest riders.
Kentucky Horse Park Gift Shop
Whether you want to remember your trip to the Kentucky Horse Park or are looking for the perfect equine gift for a friend, the KHP gift shop has it all. Browse our selection of books, apparel, toys, jewelry, art, and other souvenirs celebrating the horse. Iron Works Café is closed during the winter season but grab-and-go food items can be purchased at the Park’s Gift Shop.
Park Statues & Memorials
You can find equine sculptures from artists around the globe throughout the grounds of the Kentucky Horse Park. Pick up your Equine Sculpture Walk guide at the Visitor Center or International Museum of the Horse.
Kentucky Gift Cards
The perfect gift for anyone or any occasion, Kentucky Gift Cards can be used just like credit cards at the Kentucky Horse Park and Campground, Kentucky State Resort Parks, Kentucky Artisan Center, and the Kentucky Historical Society’s 1792 Store. Gift cards can be purchased at the Kentucky Horse Park or online at: https://parks.ky.gov/gift-cards
Location
The Kentucky Horse Park is conveniently located off of I-75 in Lexington, Kentucky, just minutes from Georgetown.
4089 Iron Works Parkway, Lexington, KY
We’re Pet Friendly!
Domestic pets are welcome to accompany their owners on park grounds, either on a leash or confined to an approved kennel, providing that the owners clean up after their pets. Sorry, pets are not permitted in the museum exhibits area (lobbies are okay), Iron Works Café (covered patio is okay), and the Alltech Arena. Please DO NOT leave pets in cars unattended for any reason.
Annual Passes
Visit the Park often for horse shows and events? Save time and money with an annual pass!