Run For the Roses: Derby Day Experience

Sat May 02 2026 at 11:00 am to 05:00 pm UTC-07:00

Your Mom's Italian Kitchen | Boulder City

Anita Gonzalez
Publisher/HostAnita Gonzalez
Run For the Roses: Derby Day Experience
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🌹 Run for the Roses: Kentucky Derby Viewing Experience 🌹
Hosted by Madison Rudesill
📍 Your Mom’s Italian Kitchen – Boulder City
🗓 Saturday, May 2 | 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
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🌹 Giving Back with Every Ticket
This year, Run for the Roses is more than a celebration—
it’s an opportunity to make a meaningful impact.
We are proud to support St. Jude’s Ranch for Children – Boulder City, with proceeds from this event benefiting their mission.
For over 60 years, they have provided hope, healing, and a safe, nurturing environment for abused, neglected, and at-risk children and young people in Southern Nevada.
By joining us, you're not just attending an event—
you’re helping create new chances, new choices, and new hope.
❤️ A celebration with heart
🎟️ A ticket that gives back
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✨ A Tradition Like No Other — Now Open to You
What started as an intimate Derby Day gathering among friends has grown into something we couldn’t keep contained.
For years, this celebration lived inside our home—filled with laughter, signature cocktails, bold fashion, and an energy you don’t find just anywhere.
Now, for the first time, we’re opening that experience to a limited number of guests.
Hosted inside Your Mom’s Italian Kitchen—our family-owned space—this is your invitation to step into a tradition that’s been years in the making.
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🥂 The Experience
An elevated Derby celebration featuring:
Open Bar • Derby Cocktails • Curated Culinary Bites • Live Race Viewing • Raffles • Best Dressed Moments
This isn’t just watching a race—it’s a full-day experience.
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🍸 The Derby Bar (Open Bar | 21+)
Featuring:
• Official Woodford Reserve Bourbon
• Mint Juleps
• Oak Lily Cocktails
• Southern Belle Spritz
• Mississippi Bourbon Punch
Full bar also available at additional cost
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🍽 Culinary Experience
• Curated Derby-inspired menu
• Elevated small plates designed for pairing and social dining
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⏱ Event Timeline
11:00 AM – Doors Open + First Course
12:00–2:30 PM – Continuous Food & Cocktail Service
3:00–3:02 PM – 🏇 THE MAIN EVENT *Subject to Derby
3:02–5:00 PM – Post-Race Celebration
🎟 Viewing of all races leading up to the main event
🎁 Raffles and prizes throughout the day
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🎟 Ticket (Limited Availability)
Starting Gate — $85 per guest
(March 23 – April 25th until sold out)

⚠️ Capacity is limited
⚠️ This event is expected to sell out
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📍 Reservations & Payment
To keep this experience curated and seamless, all tickets are pre-paid and limited.
Option 1: Digital Payment (Fastest Way)
Venmo: @MadRude
Zelle: (702) 420-8156
Madison Rudesill
*feel free to text with any questions or DM
You may also secure tickets in-person at the restaurant
When making your payment
Please include:
• All Guest name(s)
• Email
• Phone number
Option 2: In-Person (Local Guests)
Purchase a gift card at Your Mom’s Italian Kitchen in the ticket amount to secure your reservation
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⚠️ Reservation Policy
• Reservations are not confirmed until payment is received
• Unpaid reservations may be released due to limited capacity
• This is a pre-sale only event (no day-of ticket sales)
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👗 Dress Code: Derby Style
The Kentucky Derby is known for bold fashion and unforgettable style—this is your moment.
Ladies:
Florals, pastels, lace, bold prints
Statement hats or fascinators encouraged (the bigger, the better)
Gentlemen:
Light blazers, dress shirts, bow ties or ties
Seersucker, plaid, spring tones welcome
✨ Best dressed moments will be part of the experience
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FAQ
What does my ticket include?
Open bar (select Derby cocktails), curated small plates, full race-day viewing, raffles, and a full-day experience
Is there an age requirement?
All ages welcome
Open bar is strictly 21+ (valid ID required)
Will I be full?
Yes. You will not go hungry.
(Additional menu items available for purchase if desired)
Are tickets refundable?
No — this is a pre-sale event and expected to sell out

🌹 Final Note
This is more than just a Derby party.
It’s a reason to dress up.
A reason to gather.
And this year—
a reason to give back.
✨ Drink well. Dress well. Do good. ✨
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Event Venue

Your Mom's Italian Kitchen, 704 Nevada Way, Boulder City, NV 89005-2332, United States

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