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Plan an unforgettable wedding surrounded by rolling hills, picturesque backdrops and the historic charm of Keeneland. Expect unrivaled hospitality from start to finish as we plan a special day you and your guests will remember forever by selecting the perfect venue and a customized menu to complement your event.
Entertainment Center & Keene Barn
Known for its lofty ceilings and stone facade, the Entertainment Center and Keene Barn is an elegant venue with a rustic Kentucky feel. This versatile space is ideal for large wedding receptions. By incorporating both spaces into your wedding, you will engage and entertain your guests at every turn
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First Floor Clubhouse
The First Floor Clubhouse is an exclusive venue that gives your guests a taste of the beauty and charm of Keeneland racing. With an up-close view of the track, the First Floor Clubhouse offers great indoor and outdoor space, including the picturesque Clubhouse Lawn which is ideal for cocktail hours as well as ceremonies.
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Keene Place
A historic mansion originally owned by the Keene family, Keene Place is one of Keeneland’s hidden gems and among the oldest buildings on the property. A truly unique venue for more intimate weddings as well as rehearsal dinners, Keene Place is charming, elegant, and will make you feel right at home the moment you walk through the door.
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Keeneland Room
The Keeneland Room is one of our most opulent venues with magnificent views of the race track and a private rooftop patio. A favorite venue for rehearsal dinners, it will accommodate intimate wedding parties and ceremonies on the Track Apron.
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Kentucky Room
True to its name, the Kentucky Room’s floor-to-ceiling windows capture all that we love about the bluegrass with a panoramic view of the Keeneland race track and the rolling countryside that lies beyond. Guests can even enjoy an outdoor patio within the foyer to snap the perfect picture.
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Lexington/Kentucky Room
Enjoy a panoramic view of our race track and rolling bluegrass countryside from this fourth floor location. Floor-to-ceiling windows perfectly capture sunsets over the race track, as this venue gives your guests a glimpse of true Kentucky beauty.
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Phoenix Room
Located on the fourth floor of our Grandstand, the Phoenix Room overlooks the picturesque Keeneland Saddling Paddock and Walking Ring. Guests will marvel at one of the most photographed views on the property including the iconic Keeneland Sycamore tree.
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Second Floor Clubhouse
The Second Floor Clubhouse offers a picturesque view of the Paddock as well as upscale accommodations including a portico for valet. Guests will enter into the Clubhouse Lobby which boasts beautiful seating arrangements as well as a large wood burning fire place.
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Show Barn
Best known for hosting world-class Thoroughbred sales, the Show Barn adjacent to the Sales Pavilion is the perfect setting for an immersive Kentucky experience. Built with stunning architecture and surrounded by barns – this outdoor, open space is the best of both worlds.
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Gwendolyn & Matthew's Wedding
Keene Place | May 18, 2019With a mutual love of historic homes, Keene Place was a clear choice for Gwendolyn & Matthew.
Taylor & Michael Sloane
Lexington/Kentucky Room | January 14, 2018Nashville natives Taylor & Michael have many special memories year after year at Keeneland, making it the perfect choice for their special day.
Natalie & Jeremiah's Wedding
Entertainment Center & Keene Barn | August 11, 2018Natalie & Jeremiah wanted to showcase all that Kentucky has to offer to their out-of-state family, and what better place to do so than Keeneland?
Alex & Evan's Wedding
Entertainment Center & Keene Barn | August 27, 2016Growing up in horse country, many of Alex’s fondest memories are of visiting Keeneland with her family – making it an easy choice to bring their dreams to life.
Haylea & Nick's Wedding
Lexington/Kentucky Room | September 3, 2017Born and raised in Kentucky, Haylea wanted to showcase all that the Bluegrass has to offer to Nick’s Maryland family.
Melisa-Beth & David's Wedding
Entertainment Center & Keene Barn | June 10, 2016Melisa and David were both born and raised in Central Kentucky so to get married at Keeneland seemed like the perfect Kentucky backdrop for their special day.
Devon & Andrew's Wedding
Entertainment Center & Keene Barn | June 7, 2014As an avid dressage rider, Devon wanted her wedding to reflect her passion with equestrian elegance and a hint of Southern charm. It was for this reason that Keeneland and its beautiful countryside and charm proved the perfect location for her special day
Caroline and Bryan's Wedding
Keene Place | June 10, 2017From the moment Caroline and Bryan became engaged, Caroline knew Keeneland was the only place for their wedding. She grew up 10 minutes from the track, and since her Dad was in the horse industry, spent much of her childhood here.
Allison and Will's Wedding
Entertainment Center & Keene Barn | June 13, 2015
Emily and Christopher’s Wedding
Entertainment Center & Keene Barn | January 21, 2017Emily recalled that many of her fondest memories of Lexington and her years as a student at the University of Kentucky involved attending the races at Keeneland. For that reason, she wanted to incorporate Keeneland into her wedding plans. “The grounds are beautiful and I knew it would be the perfect setting for our winter wedding.”
Elizabeth and Tim's Wedding
Keene Place | June 14, 2015Elizabeth and Tim's day complemented their personalities perfectly: fun-filled, light hearted and sweet down to the very last detail. Their color palette of blues, pinks and pops of yellow paired with the beautiful décor of Keene Place flawlessly.
Mallory & Julien's Wedding
First Floor Clubhouse | September 26, 2014Mallory wanted her Keeneland wedding to be classic Kentucky with southern, rustic touches while also feeling casual so her guests felt relaxed.
Sara & Derek's Wedding
First Floor Clubhouse | August 24, 2013The bride wanted a glamorous Keeneland wedding with a bright color palette of pinks and golds.
Amanda & Alex's Wedding
First Floor Clubhouse | May 24, 2015Amanda and Alex chose dishes that were close to their heart for the big day. Their favorite race day drink, the Keeneland Breeze, as well as classic Kentucky dishes, Hot Browns and BBQ Shrimp Martinis, turned miniature for cocktail hour.
Brooke & Drew's Wedding
Entertainment Center & Keene Barn | November 7, 2015Brooke and Drew's special day was classic and elegant. Brooke chose a neutral palette complete with touches of velvet and beautiful textured linens.
Adair & Clint's Wedding
Entertainment Center & Keene Barn | July 4, 2015The vision for their wedding day was the perfect example of classic elegance, tying in golds and other neutral tones as a beautiful compliment to the unique wooden architectural lines of the Entertainment Center.
Keaton & Andrew's Wedding
Entertainment Center & Keene Barn | August 22, 2015Keaton and Andrew envisioned a carefree and fun summer wedding, with beautiful sunflowers and wildflowers.
Sydney & Kyle's Wedding
Entertainment Center & Keene Barn | July 23, 2016True to their personalities, Sydney and Kyle's "Southern Charm Prep" wedding brought classic summer flair, highlighted by a coral and navy palette.
Abby & Nick’s Wedding
Entertainment Center & Keene Barn | June 25, 2016Abby and Nick's Keeneland wedding was simple and elegant with a fairytale atmosphere, highlighted by light creams and whites, soft pink and a Cinderella blue.
Meet the Keeneland Team
Our talented, wide-ranging staff features more than 200 full-time employees. Get to know some of them here.
Marc Therrien
Executive Chef and Managing Director of Keeneland Hospitality
Chef Marc’s passion lies in utilizing his renowned expertise in the hospitality industry to think outside of the box, crafting custom menus for each couple to create culinary experiences that are uniquely them.
Morgan Whitney
Business Development Manager
With a passion for events and helping her clients achieve their goals, Morgan has a wealth of knowledge surrounding the Keeneland grounds and loves helping her clients turn their wedding vision into reality.
Sarah Fink
Assistant Director of Special Events
Sarah leads our Special Events Department with inspiring innovation, constantly pushing our team to new heights, and providing exceptional Southern hospitality at every turn.
Hannah Sawyer
Event Planner
Hannah’s eye for design and propensity for creating one of a kind experiences helps her to craft the perfect day for each one of our couples here at Keeneland.
Brian Hegnauer
Director of Dining
The master of logistics, Brian is always at the ready with a spreadsheet. His passion for fine dining and extreme attention to detail ensures that no item is out of place for our client’s big day.
Lane Hatfield
Beverage Manager
Utilizing his breadth of knowledge surrounding spirit profiles, Lane always looks forward to helping our clients craft cocktails that not only pair perfectly with their meal, but also match each couple’s personality and wedding style.
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