Blue & Gold Gala

Blue & Gold Gala

Join us for a legendary evening celebrating and supporting
the future of Kentucky Agriculture

Sponsored by the FFA Foundation

Leading the Way Forward

Millionaire’s Row | Churchill Downs | Louisville, Kentucky

Saturday, October 17, 2026 at 5:30pm EST

The Kentucky FFA Foundation hosts the Blue & Gold Gala at Churchill Downs to bring supporters together while celebrating leadership, tradition, and the future of agriculture in the Commonwealth. The gala supports programs and opportunities that help FFA members build skills, confidence, and lasting impact.

presenter from the gala

Ready to purchase your ticket?

$250 for an Individual Ticket, $400 for a Couple’s Ticket.

Hotel Accomodations

All hotel blocks are available until September 17, 2026 and at a first come first served basis. Reservations after this date, or until the block is filled, must be made outside of the block special pricing.

Home2 Suites

$109/Night with Complimentary Shuttle

Homewood Suites by Hilton

$159/Night

Omni Louisville Hotel

Rates Coming Soon

Sponsorship Opportunities

If interested in being a Blue & Gold Gala Sponsor, email ruthann.fink@kyffa.org to confirm your package.

$10,000 Platinum Sponsor 

  • Three Premium Tables (24 Tickets)
  • Premier logo promotion

$5,000 Gold Sponsor

  • Two Premium Tables (16 Tickets)
  • Logo Promotion

$2,500 Silver Sponsor

  • One Table (8 Tickets)
  • Logo Promotion

$1,000 Bronze Sponsor

  • 4 Tickets
  • Brand Name Promotion