Parties & Entertainment

The parties and entertainment during Kentucky Derby weekend seem to be endless. No matter where you turn, someone is throwing a party and you are sure to have a great time at any of them. Parties can range from a cold beer at a local bar to star studded black-tie galas. Keep in mind that many of the top parties sell out fast, as do restaurants, so it’s best to make your reservations as early as possible.

Barnstable Brown Party – Hosted at the Barnstable Browns, benefiting Pediatric Diabetes of Louisville. Celebrities have included Paris Hilton, Kid Rock, Peyton & Eli Manning, Nick & Drew Lachey, Bo Derek and Brook Shields

Derby Eve Gala –Seelbach Hilton, benefiting the American Lung Association. www.derbyevegala.org

The Mint Jubilee –Galt House, benefiting the Cancer Center. Celebrities have included Marg Helgenberger (CSI), Doris Roberts (Everyone Loves Raymond), Kathryn Joosten (Desperate Housewives), Evander Holyfield and Josh Turner.

The Grand Gala – Galt House East, benefiting 828 Foundation. Stars have included Michael Jordan, Sherri Shepherd, Chris Tucker and Keith Sweat. grandgala.com

Hillbilly Outfield Party – Benefits the Make-A-Wish Foundation hillbillyoutfield.org

4th Street Live – Several days of free entertainment and concerts at Louisville premier downtown entertainment venue. www.4thstlive.com

Please check back as we will be posting all parties and entertainment as they become available.