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Pop Culture Cakes Derby Pop-Up (multiple days)

Pop Culture Cakes 912 East Oak Street, Louisville

This Derby Chocolate Cake, Kentucky Bourbon, & Coke Are The PERFECT Combination! Kentucky Loves Its Bourbon & Desserts! Now get a delicious dessert infused, & baked with REAL Kentucky Bourbon! […]

Kroger’s Fest-a-Ville on the Waterfront (multiple days)

Waterfront Park 129 River Rd, Louisville

Kroger’s Fest-a-Ville℠ April 24 – May 2, 2025 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM: Daily Hours 12:00 PM – 10:00 PM: Sunday Hours (Food, drink and pets are NOT permitted)   […]

Race Days @ Stitzel-Weller Distillery (multiple events)

STITZEL-WELLER DISTILLERY 3860 Fitzgerald Rd, Shively

Celebrate With Us! — Special activities every day of the week including live music and lawn games from 1-5pm, April 30 – May 3.   Celebrate Race Days at Stitzel-Weller Distillery […]

Grand Opening Party: Tecovas Store at Oxmoor Center (multiple days)

Oxmoor Center 7900 Shelbyville Rd, Louisville

Event Name: Tecovas Louisville: Grand Opening Party! Event Date: April 30-May 4 Website / Ticket Link: https://www.tecovas.com/events/louisville-grand-opening Location: Tecovas, 7900 Shelbyville Rd, Space J10, Louisville, KY 40222 Event Host: Tecovas […]

Derby Pop-ups @ Pappy & Co | with local vendors (multiple days)

Pappy & Co 843 E Market St, Louisville

Pop-up Event! May 1st & 2nd, we’re hosting @maizieclarke @inthecuriouskitchen and @elvafields for a couple of days of shopping fun! Join us at our storefront at 843 E Market St in downtown Louisville. Thursday 5/1, 11a-7p with Sip & Shop specials served from 4-7pm Friday 5/2 11a-5p @maizieclarke will continue to be in house. Saturday […]

Derby All-Stars | comedy show (multiple shows)

The Caravan 1250 Bardstown Rd, Louisville

Derby All Stars TO PURCHASE TICKETS: Click on the showtime under the date you wish to attend. Come enjoy comedy from some of our favorite local comics and others in […]

Cotton X LoveShackFancy Pop-up @ Hotel Bourre Bonne

Hotel Bourré Bonne 133 W Market St, Louisville

KENTUCKY we’re coming for the Derby this weekend with our Cotton x LoveShackFancy pop-up shop 💓 Join us as we debut our exclusive activation from Thursday, May 1st to Saturday, […]

Derby City Gaming – Oaks Watch Party

Derby City Gaming & Hotel 4520 Poplar Level Road, Louisville

Event Name: Derby City Gaming Oaks Watch Party Event Date: 2025-05-03 Website / Ticket Link: https://hotel.derbycitygaming.com/entertainment/watchparty/ Location: Derby City Gaming Downtown or Poplar Level Event Host: Derby City Gaming Event Description / Other Info: Join us for all the Oaks fun!! Tickets available for both our locations! Tickets on sale now or available at the […]

Oaks Watch Party @ Logan Street Market | BBQ Brisket with Chef Knight

Logan Street Market 1001 Logan Street, Louisivlle

🏇Race on over to the market this weekend for loads of food, art, shopping and fun! Bourbon Strawberry Biscuits and Hot Honey & Bourbon Sliders for Special Brunch Derby Menu served all weekend @zibasbistro . Find other brunch favs from bagels @coldsmokebagel crepes @crepebomb.louisville Mediterranean foods @littlejeruselumkitchen sourdough crusts @pizzabomb mushroom elixirs @supertonicherbs fresh Venezuelan […]

4th Annual Oaky Dokie Karaoke @ Canary Club

Canary Club 1247 S SHELBY ST, Louisville

🌹🐎 4TH ANNUAL OAKY DOKIE KARAOKE 🐎🌹 FRIDAY MAY 2nd! 🤠 We will have drink specials, races on the TV all day and Karaoke on the patio will begin after the final race. Bring your cowboy boots and your vocal cords, see ya on Oaks! Poster by @cosmic_asada Spons by @bardstownbourbonco   ***description from IG […]

SECRETS OF LOUISVILLE Food & History Tour in Nulu | promo code! (multiple times)

NULU 701 E Market St., Louisville

Experience Louisville’s story one bite at a time. This tour offers a delicious introduction to the quintessential foods and drinks that define both Louisville and Kentucky. Stroll through the trendy NuLu and historic Butchertown neighborhoods while sampling famous dishes that originated right here in Louisville— from the foothills of Appalachia to the glitz and glamour […]

3rd Annual Derby Breakfast @ Omni Louisville

Omni Hotel Louisville 400 South 2nd Street Louisville, Louisville

Derby Breakfast May 2, 2025 presented by Woodford Reserve® A Kentucky Derby tradition presented by Makers House™ in collaboration with Woodford Reserve returns in 2025 at the esteemed Omni Hotel. Begin your Derby morning with sophistication as you enjoy handcrafted cocktails in the historic Library Bar at Omni Hotel, accompanied by passed hors d’œuvres and […]

$125

Kegs & Eggs 2025 @ Lou Lou on Market

Lou Lou on Market 812 E Market St, Louisville

Kegs & Eggs 2025! 5/2/2025 9:00 am – 5/2/2025 3:00 pm Date: Friday, May 2, 2025 Time: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM Location: Lou Lou on Market, 812 E Market St, Louisville, KY Admission: Free Start your Oaks Day with one of Derby weekend’s favorite traditions. The 5th Annual Kegs & Eggs at Lou Lou […]

Free

Fitness Friday: Gentle Yoga @ Alberta O. Jones Park

Alberta O. Jones Park 744 S. 23rd St., Louisville

Fitness Friday: Gentle Yoga May 02, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM EDT Alberta O. Jones Park:    744 S 23rd St, Louisville, KY 40211, USA A YMCA instructor leads […]

Free

12th Annual Oaks Brunch @ Omni Louisville

Omni Hotel Louisville 400 South 2nd Street Louisville, Louisville

12th Annual Oaks Brunch May 2, 2025 presented by Woodford Reserve® Elevate your Kentucky Derby experience by beginning your Oaks Day with the most exclusive ticket of the decade. Join us for a morning surrounded by sparkling crystals, exquisite florals, and stylish attendees, featuring the official Bourbon and wines of the Kentucky Derby. Celebrate shoulder […]

$295

The Brown-Forman Oaks Day Brunch @ Conrad-Caldwell

The Conrad-Caldwell House Museum 1402 St James Ct, Louisville

Live music:  Good River Stringband Brunch buffet:  True North Catering Open bar:  Mimosas, Bloody’s & Bourbon! Oh My! Join us for the 2nd Annual Brown-Forman Oaks Day Brunch, presented by The Conrad-Caldwell House Museum on Friday, May 2, 2025. Celebrate the 151st running of the Kentucky Oaks in style with an unforgettable morning of indulgence, […]

$125

Oaked: A Taste of Beam @ James B. Beam Distilling

James B. Beam Distilling Co. 568 Happy Hollow Rd, Clermont

Oaked: A Taste of Beam Celebrating the biggest weekend in horse racing all weekend long at James B. Beam Distilling Co.! Enjoy mint juleps, delicious Southern-style BBQ, and live music at the home of the First family of bourbon.   Embark with us on an Oak’s Day adventure to discover the rich flavors and bold […]

$75

“Bubble’s Race to the Derby” | A Special Family Swim Event @ Goldfish

Goldfish Swim School – St. Matthews 4176 Westport Rd, Louisville

Join us for Bubble’s Race to the Derby on Friday, May 2nd from 10:30 am-12:30 pm! All are welcome at this FREE event!   A Special Family Swim Event on Friday, May 2nd from 10:30am-12:30pm! All are welcome to this FREE event! Event highlights include: “pool noodle horse” race across the pool by age group! […]

Free

Oaks Day Watch Party @ High Stakes Rooftop

High Stakes Rooftop Grill 710 E Jefferson St, Louisville

Come play “hooky” with us Friday from 1pm-5pm while watching the races! Use our free WiFi with food and beverage options from our High Sips at High Stakes happy hour menu! We will have races on all of our big screens both in the restaurant and the patio spaces!   ***Description from website

Oaks Day Watch Party @ Omni Louisville

Omni Hotel Louisville 400 South 2nd Street Louisville, Louisville

Oaks Day Watch Party May 2, 2025 Your Oaks Day experience will never be the same. Whether you’re looking for a premium watch party, a place to see and be seen, or the perfect setting to gather with friends, DJ Z-Nyce & DJ Reece’s Oaks Day Watch Party at the opulent Omni Hotel Louisville is […]

$75

Derby Art Gala @ E&S Gallery

E&S Gallery 108 South 10th Street, Louisville

Fine art collectors from across the country will gather in Louisville for the 151st Kentucky Derby. By E&S Gallery, Inc. Friday, May 2 · 4 – 8pm EDT E&S Gallery, 108 South 10th Street Louisville, KY 40202 Since 1989, E&S Gallery has built a national reputation of providing fine art collectors with impeccable custom framing and […]

Free

Skilla Baby concert @ Bourbon Hall

The Bourbon Hall 116 W Jefferson St, Louisville

BOURBON HALL DERBY! SKILLA BABY CONCERT 6PM (18+) FRIDAY Ages 18+ Get ready for a wild night of music and fun at THE BOURBON HALL DERBY featuring a SKILLA BABY […]

Girl’s Night Out Cruise on the Mary M. Miller

The Mary M. Miller Riverboat 401 W River Rd, Louisville

Event Name: Girl’s Night Out Cruise on the Mary M. Miller Event Date: 2025-05-02 Website / Ticket Link: https://www.belleoflouisville.org/cruises/mary-m-miller-girlsnightout/ Location: Belle of Louisville Riverboats, 401 West River Road, Louisville KY 40202 Event Host: Belle of Louisville Riverboats Event Description / Other Info: $16.99 | all ticket types 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM This one’s for […]

$17

Rooftop Bourré Bonne: Oaks Night After-Party

Hotel Bourré Bonne 133 W Market St, Louisville

Join us to continue the Derby weekend celebration in unparalleled style atop the stunning new rooftop at Louisville’s newest luxury hotel Take Your Oaks Night to New Heights Celebrate in […]

$75

Old Forester Oaks Night Dinner @ Hotel Bourré Bonne Rooftop

Hotel Bourré Bonne 133 W Market St, Louisville

Old Forester Oaks Night Dinner May 2, 2025 presented by LoveShackFancy & Cotton As twilight settles over Hotel Bourré Bonne, step into a scene straight out of a vintage daydream, where Old Forester’s timeless craft meets LoveShackFancy’s signature cotton romance. The Old Forester Oaks Night Dinner presented by LoveShackFancy & Cotton is an ode to […]

$325

Silks Bash | a Derby Eve tradition

Locust Grove 561 Blankenbaker Ln, Louisville

A Night of Derby Luxury, Entertainment, and Philanthropy Step into the heart of Derby Eve with Silks Bash at the historic Locust Grove. A celebration where tradition meets casual luxury, all dedicated to a noble cause. Ready for an unforgettable night? A Party With a Purpose At Silks Bash, every toast, every dance move, contributes […]

$200

Two Friends | Derby Concert Series @ 4th Street Live!

Fourth Street Live! 411 S 4th St, Louisville

Two Friends, One Unforgettable Night Get ready, Louisville! The Derby Concert Series is bringing the party to Fourth Street Live! with an electrifying performance by Two Friends on Friday, May […]

Live Emo Band | Derby Eve Party | FLICKER // FADE

Wrong Side 812 1005 West Market St47130, Jeffersonville

The ultimate Emo night is here on Friday, May 2 – Kentucky Derby Eve 🐎 Live band playing the best of Emo* Pop-Punk* Warped Tour Era music* and more! Featuring […]

$12

Latin Fridays | Oaks Night Party @ The Hub

The Hub 1133 Bardstown Rd, Louisville

Louisville! It’s Oaks Night and we’re bringing the 🔥 at The Hub (1133 Bardstown Road)! 🎧 Main Room: DJ Seizure (Reggaeton, Dembow, Latin Hits) 🎧 Pink Room: DJ Mylo & […]

Jason Leech: Oaks After Dark @ Galaxie | with Jake Bleu & Bewilderd

Galaxie 732 E Market St, Louisville

🐎🐎DERBY WEEKEND ANNOUNCEMENT🐎🐎 Join us Friday of Derby weekend for Oaks After Dark with @jasonleechmusic & @jakebleu at @galaxiebar! Oaks night sells out every year, grab your tix NOW! 🎫 ***description from Instagram post Kentucky EDM Family Presents: Jason Leech: Oaks After Darks on Friday, May 2nd at Galaxie – Louisville on Derby Weekend Support […]

$25

10PM In Your City presents: “10 OAKS” @ Midnight Club

Midnight Club 651 S Fourth St Louisville KY, Louisville

OAKS NIGHT — WE’RE SHUTTING THE CITY DOWN New venue: MIDNIGHT CLUB 3 ROOMS. 3 EXPERIENCES. NONSTOP ENERGY. The stars are in the building, and the vibes are unmatched! LADIES […]

Ship Wrek | Derby Concert Series @ 4th Street Live!

Fourth Street Live! 411 S 4th St, Louisville

The Official Two Friends Afterparty An Exclusive Derby Weekend Event This Derby weekend, one of electronic music’s most talked-about duos takes over a space that’s almost never open to the […]

$20

OAK(Z) @ Zanzabar

Zanzabar 2100 S Preston St, Louisville

OAK(Z) night at @thezanzabar 21+ 11:30PM till LATE $10 at the door Excited to share the stage with @andrewcharm.inc! Come dance the night away on Oaks night with us! **description […]

$10