| Kentucky Derby | |
| Grade I stakes race | |
 Johnny Loftus aboard George Smith at the 1916 Kentucky Derby | |
| Location | Churchill Downs |
|---|---|
| Date | May 13, 1916 |
| Winning horse | George Smith |
| Jockey | Johnny Loftus |
| Trainer | Hollie Hughes |
| Owner | John Sanford |
| Surface | Dirt |
The 1916 Kentucky Derby was the 42nd running of the Kentucky Derby. The race took place on May 13, 1916.[1]