1953 Kentucky Derby
| Kentucky Derby | |
| Grade I stakes race | |
| Location | Churchill Downs |
|---|---|
| Date | May 2, 1953 |
| Winning horse | Dark Star |
| Jockey | Henry Moreno |
| Trainer | Eddie Hayward |
| Owner | Cain Hoy Stable |
| Surface | Dirt |
The 1953 Kentucky Derby was the 79th running of the Kentucky Derby. The race took place on May 2, 1953.