Join Notre Dame alumni and fans for Bluegrass & Gold Weekend, featuring VIP tours of Bourbon Country and Churchill Downs. Find event details below and purchase tickets today!

Friday, Oct. 6

Welcome Reception

Irish fans will receive exclusive access to the James B. Beam Distillery for an unforgettable night in Bourbon Country.

Saturday, Oct. 7

Bluegrass & Gold Tailgate & Pep Rally - Four Hours Before Kickoff

Join us for the official Notre Dame Club of Greater Louisville tailgate featuring a pep rally with the ND cheerleaders and Leprechaun, guest speakers, live music, and a visit from the “Four Horsemen.” We will be tailgating next to Churchill Downs, Home of the Kentucky Derby, and offering VIP tours of the backside of the legendary racetrack.

Hotel Rooms - Discount Ends Sept. 6

Reserve Your Discounted Room at The Omni, The Official Hotel of Bluegrass & Gold Visitors

We have a limited number of discounted rooms available until September 6, at The Omni. Buses will loop between this hotel and our Welcome Reception on October 6.

Special thanks to the James B. Beam Distilling Company for sponsoring our 2023 Bluegrass & Gold Weekend and helping grow the ND Club of Greater Louisville Scholarship Fund, which makes a Notre Dame education possible for our local students.