Run for the Roses: A Kentucky Derby Celebration

Sat May 02 2026 at 05:00 pm to 09:00 pm UTC-04:00

Theatre Raleigh | Raleigh

Bearta Alchacar
Publisher/HostBearta Alchacar
Run for the Roses: A Kentucky Derby Celebration
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An Elegant evening celebrating the excitement and tradition of the Kentucky Derby! Dress in your finest Derby chic!
About this Event

🌹 Run for the Roses: A Kentucky Derby Celebration 🏇

Presented at Theatre Raleigh

📅 Saturday, May 2, 2026
⏰ 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM
📍 Theatre Raleigh | Raleigh, NC

Join us for an elegant evening celebrating the excitement and tradition of the Kentucky Derby! Dress in your finest Derby chic and enjoy an unforgettable night of style, entertainment, and fun.


✨ Event Highlights
  • 🐎 Live Kentucky Derby Race Viewing
  • 🍹 2 Drink Tikets - Mint Juleps & Signature Cocktails
  • 🍽️ Southern-Inspired Bites & Appetizers
  • 👒 Best Hat & Best Dressed (Dapper) Contests
  • 🎲 Derby Games & Prizes
  • 📸 Photo Finish Photo Booth
  • 🎶 Live Music & Lounge Vibes

👗 Dress Code

Derby Chic
Think fabulous hats, bow ties, bold colors, and Southern elegance.


🎟️ Tickets - Early bird - prices will go up April 11.

Come sip, socialize, and celebrate “the most exciting two minutes in sports” in true Derby style. Don’t miss Raleigh’s premier Kentucky Derby watch party!


PLEASE NOTE: Proceeds from the event will fund FREE community events: Women's Day Expo (4 years), Raleigh's Spring Festival (2 years) Raleigh's International Food Festival (11 years) and other cultural events.


We bring an amazing community together, where everyone is welcome. This event is sponsored by Raleigh Social Club where we welcome Raleigh's newcomers and we facilitate making friends and meeting neighbors.

Join here for free: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61586735394279


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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Theatre Raleigh, 6638 Old Wake Forest Road, Raleigh, United States

Tickets

USD 64.93

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