8th Annual Kentucky Derby
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ᵔ▾ᵔ$55 per person
200 total spots
The longest-running Twin Cities Derby Party celebrating the pomp & circumstance of elegant hats, dresses, seersucker, Mint Juleps, and more.
Join us for the 8th Annual Kentucky Derby Twin Cities Party presented by Forepaugh’s Bar & Restaurant and hosted by First Thursday Happy Hour. Watch party and style showdown in the Twin Cities returns and where timeless elegance meets spirited celebration.
Dress to the nines in hats, seersucker, and sundresses, sip mint juleps and champagne, and revel in the grandeur of Forepaugh’s Victorian mansion in St. Paul’s historic Irvine Park. Complete with outdoor access, storied charm, and an atmosphere straight out of Louisville. Come for the fashion, stay for the drinks, and cheer through the two greatest minutes in sports with the city’s most stylish crowd.
👠 Start your Derby Day adventure on the red carpet. Pose against our chic step-and-repeat, flash your best smile, and kick off a day of fashion, flair, and celebration with photo ops that’ll fill your feed.
🌸 THE BUBBLES BAR
Pop, pour, and sip your way through our curated selection of sparkling favorites including Champagne, Prosecco, Cava, Rosé, and more. From crisp to fruity, there’s a bubble for every palate.
🍹 SPECIALTY MINT JULEP MENU
No Derby is complete without its signature cocktail, the Mint Julep. Enjoy Forepaugh’s craft versions made with Woodford Reserve and fresh, Southern charm.
👠 DRESS TO IMPRESS:
Embark on your Derby adventure beginning on the red carpet, where cameras flash and elegance reigns against our chic step-and-repeat. Seersucker suits, fascinators, floral gowns, and statement hats are highly encouraged.
Dress to Win — $600 in Prizes!
This is your moment to go all out. Channel your best Kentucky royalty and compete for:
$200 – Best Dressed Woman
$200 – Best Dressed Man
$200 – Best Hat
🏇 WATCH THE RACE LIVE
Gather round for the Run for the Roses with the city’s most fashionable crowd. Watch every thrilling second on massive projection screens, sip your julep, and cheer like you’re trackside at Churchill Downs.
🎟 TICKETS: $55 in advance | $65 at the door
Each ticket includes two complimentary drink and complimentary food bites. Choose from our specialty Mint Julep menu or the Bubbles Bar. Grab your tickets early and save!
🎠 What's Included:
Indoor/outdoor mansion access
Large-format TVs for live race viewing
Curated Bubbles Bar
Specialty Mint Julep menu
Best Dressed & Hat contests with cash prizes
Complimentary food bites
Valet available ($15 + tax; limited capacity).
Tickets sell fast! Last year’s event reached capacity early. Secure yours before they’re gone!
🎠 WHY THIS IS YOUR DERBY PARTY
Historic setting. Real style. Champagne and juleps. A dramatic race and unforgettable outfits and possibly with a ghostly cameo. Bring your best hat, your loudest cheer, and your camera-ready entrance. It’s a spectacle not to be missed.
CLOTHING IDEAS
1. Vineyard Vines
https://www.vineyardvines.com/category/kentucky-derby-shop/
2. Shinesty
https://www.shinesty.com/collections/derby
3. Amazon
search "Kentucky Derby Women" or "Kentucky Derby Men"
This is the Kentucky Derby celebration to rule them all. Nowhere else in the Twin Cities will you capture the allure and excitement of this splendid affair. See you there for a day full of pageantry, entertainment, and pure indulgence!
WATCHING THE RACE
Watch the race on any one of the several massive projection TVs giving you the best visual experience of the race outside of Churchill Downs.
TICKETS:
TBD. Sign up for the "Get Notified" ticket to be the first to know when they go on sale.
CLOTHING IDEAS
Vineyard Vines - https://www.vineyardvines.com/category/kentucky-derby-shop/
Shinesty - https://www.shinesty.com/collections/derby
Amazon - search "Kentucky Derby Women" or "Kentucky Derby Men"
This is the Kentucky Derby celebration to rule them all. Nowhere else in the Twin Cities will you capture the allure and excitement of this splendid affair. See you there for a day full of pageantry, entertainment, and pure indulgence! 🎠
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