Join us Saturday, May 1st, 2027 for the 9th Annual Twin Cities Kentucky Derby Party celebrating elegant hats, dresses, seersucker cocktails & more.. This is the most anticipated Kentucky Derby Party in Minneapolis & St. Paul, celebrating the hats, dresses, shoes, and Mint Julep. This is the longest running and best party in the Twin Cities that celebrates the pomp and circumstance of the two greatest minutes in sports!

Join us for the 9th Annual Kentucky Derby Twin Cities Party 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 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 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.

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Start your Derby Day adventure on the red carpet, and snap a photo against our chic step & repeat photo wall. Show off those elegant hats, dresses, and seersucker styles. We’ve got a variety of activities and entertainment lined up for you, including horse racing screenings, betting games, live music, and much more.

DERBY DAY EXPERIENCE

• Two Complimentary Drinks
• Complimentary Food
• Best Dressed Contest
• TV Screens to watch the race

Plenty of delicious appetizers, refreshing mint juleps, and other cocktails to keep your energy and spirits high throughout the afternoon.

SIP & SAVOR
Enjoy complimentary food, wine, beer, and rail cocktails* to keep the spirits high throughout the day! Delight your choice of specialty drinks at any of our three bars:

• Bubbles Bar
• Mint Julep.
• Wine, Beer and Cocktails will also be available.

Our Derby party will be a gathering of the most stylish and vibrant individuals in Minnesota, Minneapolis, and St. Paul. Whether you’re coming with friends, family, or colleagues, our party promises a perfect blend of entertainment, food, drinks, and excitement.

Over $600 in prizes to be given out for Our “Best Dressed” contest. Awards are given to the Best Dressed Lady, Best Dressed Gentleman, and Best Hat.

Join us at the 8th Annual Kentucky Derby party of the year in the Twin Cities for a unique and exciting experience. Don’t miss out on this incredible event celebrating all the pomp and circumstance leading up to the greatest 2 minutes! Grab your tickets for the Kentucky Derby Twin Cities now!