Discover Exciting Parties With Derby Experiences
With an Official Ticket Package from Derby Experiences, you have the option of attending the most sought-after parties during the week and weekend of the Kentucky Derby. With celebrity appearances, live entertainment, gourmet food, and more, you won't want to miss these exclusive parties.
Taste of Derby™
Thursday, April 30
Enjoy an evening of exceptional cuisine from world-renowned chefs, representing the Kentucky Derby through the lens of refined culinary craftsmanship. Savor expertly crafted southern-comfort dishes and perfectly paired drinks, and celebrate with live entertainment. 2026 Celebrity Chefs include Chef Aaron May, Chef Mark Murphy, and Chef Damaris Phillips.
Fillies & Lilies
Friday, May 1
Join Derby Experiences at Fillies & Lilies, an unforgettable night under the Twin Spires with live entertainment, premium food and beverage, and much more, all designed to dazzle your senses.
*Guests must have a Kentucky Oaks ticket to attend.
Celebrate with Derby Experiences
Derby Experiences is your exclusive gateway to Taste of Derby and Fillies & Lilies, and offers access to several of Louisville’s most sought-after events during race week. As the best source for premium party access, Derby Experiences offers unmatched reliability and curated experiences you won’t find anywhere else. Guests enjoy exceptional culinary offerings, premium open bars, top-tier live entertainment, and a polished atmosphere designed for effortless celebration, while every logistical detail is expertly handled.
Booking party access with Derby Experiences means peace of mind, VIP treatment, and exclusive perks, including trusted event credentials, seamless check-in, and access to elevated environments frequented by industry insiders, celebrities, and Derby weekend tastemakers. When you pair your party access with a Derby Experiences hospitality package, your entire weekend, from daytime racing to nighttime celebrations, is seamlessly coordinated through one booking, allowing you to focus on enjoying the moment rather than managing the details.
Kentucky Derby® Parties
Explore other party offerings from Derby Experiences
Thursday, April 30
Spend an evening in the Kentucky Derby Museum while enjoying a delectable dinner with curated wine and bourbon flights.
Friday, May 1
Internationally recognized as one of the "Ten Best Parties in the World," the Barnstable Brown Gala is a star-studded event held at Patricia Barnstable-Brown's hilltop Louisville mansion
Saturday, May 2
Toast to the victorious Derby owners, trainers, and jockey at the fashionable Winner's Party following the Kentucky Derby race!
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