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Nestled in the heart of the Bluegrass, The Thoroughbred Center offers three unique wedding venues as well as a 920 seat theater.

Stableview Hall - Seats 300 - Indoors

Stableview Hall is an indoor ceremony and reception space. It seats 300 people and features: exposed rafters, whitewashed brick walls, an 8'x8' chalkboard wall, concrete floors, industrial garage doors, ceiling accent lights, reclaimed barn wood, bridal suites on-site, heating, prep kitchen, and an open catering policy.

The Horseman's Lounge - Seats 125 - Indoors

The Horseman's Lounge is an indoor ceremony and reception space. It seats 125 people and features: hardwood floors, accent chandelier, 10' grand fireplace, heat and A/C, prep kitchen, and an open catering policy.

The Paddock - Accommodates 200 - Outdoors

The Paddock is an outdoor ceremony and reception space. It accommodates up to 200 people and features: whimsical archway entrance, 19th century inspired street lamps, wishing well, scenic view of rolling pastures, bridal suites on-site, prep kitchen, and an open catering policy.

The Pavilion - Accommodates 920 - Indoors

The Pavilion, our 920 seat theater, was originally built as a home for Thoroughbred auctions. It is now the perfect spot for charity galas and auctions, concerts, seminars, and holiday events.

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Frequently asked questions

Do you have a site fee for wedding receptions at your venue?

Yes

Do you have a site fee for wedding ceremonies at your venue?

Yes

Which of the following are included in starting site fee?

Bridal Suite
Chairs
Linens
Parking
Set Up
Tables

Which of the following are included in the cost of wedding catering?

Server(s)

Which of the following are included in the starting price for bar service?

Bartender(s)
House Beer
House Liquor
House Wine

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

4

Describe your venue:

Barn
Farm/Ranch
Historic Building
Loft
Mansion

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor
Uncovered Outdoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Bridal Shower
Engagement Party
Elopements
Rehearsal Dinner

What event services do you offer?

Bar Services
Event Rentals
Get Ready Rooms
Outside Vendors
Pet Friendly
Wifi

What catering services do you offer?

Cocktail Reception

What bar services do you provide?

Bartender(s)
Cash Bar
Champagne Toast
House Beer
House Liquor
House Wine
Liquor License
Open Bar
Premium Liquor
Signature Drink
Specialty Beer
Specialty Wine

What event items are available?

Altar/Arch
Chairs
Furniture
Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

May
June
September
October

What months are included in your off-peak season?

January
February
March
April
July
August
November
December

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4.8 out of 5 rating
73 Reviews
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    4.8 out of 5 rating
  • Average response time
    4.8 out of 5 rating
  • Professionalism
    4.8 out of 5 rating
  • Value
    4.7 out of 5 rating
  • Flexibility
    4.8 out of 5 rating
89% Recommended by couples
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Brittany A. Sent on 12/22/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Our event was perfect!

We loved this venue. Reasonably priced with lots of room to work with! Emily, Alex, and Sherie were great to work with.
Maria
Maria K. Sent on 02/14/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Beautiful Wedding of Our Dreams

My husband and I couldn't have been happier with how everything turned out for our wedding celebration at The Thoroughbred Center! We had our cocktail hour in The Paddock, the outdoor area, and our reception in Stableview Hall. Both areas are beautiful and kept in pristine condition. With our wedding being in the fall, the colored foliage on the trees looked amazing in our wedding photos. Special thank you to Emily and her team for providing excellent service all the way from planning the wedding until the end of our special day! Emily was quick to respond to my many questions via email. During her venue tours, Emily provided us with important information that helped us create our dream wedding day!
Emily
Emily O. Sent on 01/18/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Wonderful Venue!

I am so glad we spent our day with Emily and the Thoroughbred Center! My wedding planning was so smooth and I credit a lot of that to how accommodating and flexible the Thoroughbred Center was. Emily answered any questions we had in a timely manner and worked with us and our vendors so well!
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Professional Network & Endorsements

3 Endorsements
Bayou Bluegrass Catering Bayou Bluegrass Catering Wedding Caterers

Classic Lexington venue with great spaces!

Blessed Events by Mel Blessed Events by Mel Wedding Planners

I love this place!! I have had a couple different events at this venue and I have never been treated so well. They are very attentive and the location is perfect for all events. Love having events here- Amy is the best!

WandaWerks Entertainment WandaWerks Entertainment Wedding DJs

This is a wonderful venue for any event!!

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The Thoroughbred Center frequently asked questions

The Thoroughbred Center includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Bridal Suite
  • Chairs
  • Linens
  • Parking
  • Set Up
  • Tables
The Thoroughbred Center includes the following items and services in its wedding catering costs:
  • Server(s)
The bar service starting price at The Thoroughbred Center includes:
  • Bartender(s)
  • House Beer
  • House Liquor
  • House Wine
The space offered by The Thoroughbred Center for wedding events is known for:
  • Barn
  • Farm/Ranch
  • Historic Building
  • Loft
  • Mansion
The Thoroughbred Center offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
The Thoroughbred Center offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Elopements
  • Rehearsal Dinner
The Thoroughbred Center offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Bar Services
  • Event Rentals
  • Get Ready Rooms
  • Outside Vendors
  • Pet Friendly
  • Wifi
The Thoroughbred Center offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Altar/Arch
  • Chairs
  • Furniture
  • Tables
The Thoroughbred Center is recommended by 96% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.8 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 4.8 in quality of service, 4.8 in average response time, 4.8 in flexibility, 4.8 in professionalism and 4.7 in value.

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