Thunder Views

Thunder Over Louisville is so massive that it can be seen from almost anywhere! There is plenty of public viewing along the wharf in downtown Louisville, Waterfront Park and along River Road, as well as viewing along the river in Southern Indiana.

Some of the Derby Festival’s top spots for viewing include: Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport Thunder VIP Rooftop Party Presented by Kentucky Proud, Thunder Chow Wagon, North Great Lawn, West Belvedere, Meijer Family Fun Zone at Big Four Bridge, and East River Road.

There are also several local businesses and restaurants who partner with the Kentucky Derby Festival to offer Thunder parties with all the amenities.

Thunder Chow Wagon in Waterfront Park

  • Open 11AM – 11PM
  • Provides fabulous vantage points with additional entertainment, food, Beer Garden and Thunder Sound.
  • Admission is a 2024 Pegasus Pin. (NO TENTS, STAKES, TAPE OR PETS)

Meijer Family Fun Zone at the Big Four Bridge

  • Open Noon – 8 PM.
  • Features a variety of family-oriented activities; plus food, Beer Garden and Thunder Sound
  • Admission is free with a 2024 Pegasus Pin. (NO TENTS, STAKES, TAPE OR PETS.)

The North Great Lawn is a prime viewing area for the Air Show and fireworks

  • Opens at 9 AM.
  • Features food, Beer Garden and Thunder Sound.
  • Free admission with a 2024 Pegasus Pin. (NO TENTS, STAKES, TAPE OR PETS.)

Viewing along River Road is always a popular place.

  • Open 11AM – 11PM.
  • Beer Garden
  • Admission is free with a 2024 Pegasus Pin (NO TENTS, STAKES, TAPE OR PETS.)

Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport Thunder Over Louisville VIP Rooftop Party Presented by Kentucky Proud
The exclusive Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport Thunder Over Louisville VIP Rooftop Party Presented By Kentucky Proud is the only place to be on Thunder day. With catered meals featuring local Kentucky Proud ingredients, a full bar and day-long entertainment, it’s the ultimate in Southern hospitality. It also comes with parking! Tickets are $200 and can be purchased at ThunderOverLouisville.org or by calling (502) 584-FEST.

Thunder at Lynn Family Stadium
Parking lots open at 7 a.m. on Thunder day before stadium gates follow at 11 a.m. The day’s programming includes a screening of “Top Gun: Maverick” on the stadium video board leading into the Thunder air show. Live music will play following the 5 p.m. soccer game. And after the fireworks, attendees can avoid any traffic with the stadium open until midnight.

Thunder at the Kentucky Center
Enjoy incredible views from all three levels of The Kentucky Center building and  live entertainment. Families will appreciate convenient access to The Center’s restrooms, activities for the kids, ample outdoor viewing space on the Belvedere, and food service and concessions without waiting in long lines. There will be multiple bars available where adults can enjoy a variety of beer, wine options, and specialty cocktails. More info: Kentuckycenter.org; 584-7774

Thunderblast, Kentucky Science Center
Kentucky Science Center’s ThunderBlast is a family-friendly event with some of the best views in town for airplanes and fireworks plus fun-filled activities to keep the kids entertained, exclusive food trucks, clean indoor bathrooms, and exciting happenings inside and out, you and the family will have a BLAST! More info: kysciencecenter.org; 566-7166

Thunder at KingFish
View the air and firework show from KingFish restaurant with tent seating, an all-you-can-eat buffet, and a cash bar. 601 W. Riverside Drive, Jeffersonville, Indiana. Gates open at 1 p.m. $195 per person for inside seating; $495 for lower deck for a table of 4; $100 for tent seating. More info: KingFishrestaurants.com

Thunder at Slugger 
Starting at 1 PM, we’re bringing fans a day filled with family fun and an all day music festival, featuring three musical performances! Don’t miss out on all the promotions- including the fan-favorite $2 beer happy hour!
More info: batsbaseball.com; 855-228-8497

Thunder at Upland Brewing Co.
Join us in the festivities at our Upland Jeffersonville location. We’re offering different kinds of tickets for different experiences: outdoor beer garden tickets and patio tickets as well as indoor tables and bar seating. Prices start at $50 for General Admission Beer Garden and $140 for assigned tables. More info: uplandbeer.com