LOUISVILLE, Ky. — The run for the roses may be over a month away, but Churchill Downs is inviting the community to the historic racetrack early for a COVID-19 vaccine clinic in partnership with Norton Healthcare.

Churchill Downs will host a Norton Healthcare Vaccine Clinic for Kentuckians who are eligible per state guidelines and as supply is available. In a press release, representatives said individuals up to Phase 1C can get appointments. Phase 1C includes all Kentuckians aged 50 and older, all CDC-defined essential workers, and people 19-49 with high-risk health conditions.

Registration is now open for appointments to receive the first of a two-dose vaccine. Appointment times are available March 29, March 30 and April 12 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The second round of booster shots will be automatically scheduled for April 19, April 20 and May 3 respectively. Vaccinations will take place at the Churchill Downs Racetrack in the Second Floor Clubhouse.

Individuals meeting eligibility requirements can register here. Appointments are preferred, but officials said walk-ins will be accepted while supplies last.

2,500 individuals are expected to be vaccinated at Churchill Downs over the three days with a goal to increase equity of the vaccine and provide access to underserved areas. Residents of the neighborhoods surrounding Churchill Downs will be prioritized.

“We are proud to partner with Norton Healthcare and are pleased to be able to help offer this convenient option to the South Louisville neighbors of Churchill Downs,” said Mike Anderson, president of Churchill Downs Racetrack. “It is gratifying to know that we will be able to help so many in this community receive their COVID-19 vaccinations in advance of Kentucky Derby 147, helping us all return to the Derby traditions that we cherish and that bring us together.”