Who is at the Kentucky Derby in 2026? Patti LaBelle, Luis Fonsi highlight list of celebrities attending 2026 race
The 2026 Kentucky Derby is expected to draw over 150,000 attendees, including numerous celebrities. Singers Patti LaBelle, Chaka Khan, and Luis Fonsi are among the high-profile guests confirmed to attend. Camille Kostek will deliver the 'Riders Up' command at the Kentucky Oaks event.
- ▪The 2026 Kentucky Derby will take place at Churchill Downs in Louisville.
- ▪Patti LaBelle, Chaka Khan, Luis Fonsi, and The War and Treaty are among the celebrities attending.
- ▪Camille Kostek will give the 'Riders Up' command at the Kentucky Oaks event.
- ▪The Kentucky Derby has featured celebrity 'Riders Up' commands since 2012.
- ▪Past 'Riders Up' honorees include Simone Biles, Patrick Mahomes, and Martha Stewart.
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