Churchill Downs Incorporated on Tuesday announced that Marshall Yards Racing & Gaming will celebrate its grand opening on February 25. Marshall Yards will be the company’s eighth historical racing entertainment venue in Kentucky.
“Marshall Yards represents another important step in our commitment to grow Kentucky’s signature horse racing industry and deliver world-class entertainment experiences across the Commonwealth,” Churchill Downs CEO Bill Carstanjen said in a statement. “This investment will create new jobs, drive tourism, and strengthen the economic vitality of Marshall County and its surrounding communities.”
The 23,000-square-foot state-of-the-art facility is at the intersection of I-24 and I-69 in Southwestern Kentucky. Marshall Yards will have 225 historical racing machines, a sports bar, simulcast and sports wagering, and several food and beverage options.
The venue will support purse funding for race meets at Oak Grove Racing, Gaming & Hotel in Oak Grove, Kentucky.