Kentucky Derby Party

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Kentucky Derby Day at Canterbury Park

The annual BIGGEST Kentucky Derby Party in Minnesota is back at Canterbury! Come watch and wager and enjoy the Kentucky Derby experience at a real racetrack for a day packed with everything Derby. From Mint Juleps and a large variety of vendors, to Roses and live music, and of course screenings of the most exciting two minutes in sports!

For the Gambler:
Doors Open at 8AM
First Churchill Race: 9:30AM
Kentucky Derby: Approximately 5:55PM
Reserved Tables in Advance
First Come, First Serve Seating Available
Walk-Up Wagering Available

Ticket not required for existing MVP Card holders. Simply show MVP card at the gate.

Schedule For the Fan:
Biggest Derby Day Party in Minnesota!
12PM: Doors Open
2:00PM: Track Level Music by DJ
3:30PM: Best Dressed contests, hosted by Jenny Luttenberger from KDWB
5:00PM Derby Coverage will begin
5:57PM: Running of the Kentucky Derby!
Post Derby: After party featuring the band "Hitchville"

Other activities:
Makers Mark Mint Julep Specials
$1 From Every Mint Julep Sale To Benefit St. Jude Children's Research Hospital
Red Carpet Selfie Station
Best Dressed / Best Hat Contest
And a variety of vendors

Derby attire is encouraged, but not required!

Derby Party Admission:
Current MVP Card Holders: Free
General Public: $10

Check out our After Party Band "Hitchville"

Vendors Include:
Bones Minneapolis, Double B Wild Rags, Excelsior Candle Company, Frostystytch, Goldfine Jewelry, Hammermade, International Cigars, Karen Morris Millinery, Kobi Co. Candles, Mya Lambrecht, Serge and Jane, Strey Designs

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