THE CENTER BAR PUTS YOU IN THE CENTER OF ALL THE ACTION

Hours of Operation:

• Sun: 10am – 3am
• Mon – Sat: 9am – 3am

Make the Center Bar at Derby City Gaming your first-round sports bar pick for all the college basketball and pro-football action. Catch all the action on 14 huge 85″ TVs!

Whether you want to watch the game or just up your cocktail game, you’ll score big at Derby City Gaming’s signature bourbon sports bar, Center Bar. Enjoy an impressive variety of the finest Kentucky bourbons along with a well-rounded selection of libations and craft beers. Hungry—or thirsty—for more? Be sure to check out all of the other bars and restaurants you can savor, including our signature steakhouse experience, Oliver’s Chop House & Bourbon Bar. Plus, free live entertainment is back so check out our Events Page for updates! If you want to make a play for sports betting, visit at any of the 15 sports betting kiosks conveniently located throughout the property.

Best of all, the Center Bar is just steps away from the excitement of our gaming floor where you can enjoy wagering on 1,300 thrilling historical racing machines. While you’re spinning your favorite game be sure to have your Players Club card properly inserted to rack up valuable points for to redeem for Free Play, become eligible for Derby City Gaming promotions and more. Not a member of the Derby City Gaming Players Club? Join today—signing up is fast, free and easy and the rewards start right out of the gate!