The attendance for the Kentucky Derby in 2025 was reported as 147,406 people. This figure was slightly down by about 6% compared to the previous year's attendance of 156,710
. Historically, the record attendance for the Kentucky Derby was 170,513, set in 2015
. Typically, the event attracts crowds of over 150,000 people, making it one of the most attended horse racing events in the United States
