# Event Details

- **Event Name**: 2026 Kentucky Derby Social
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 02 May, 2026 at 05:00 pm – Sat, 02 May, 2026 at 08:00 pm (-04:00)
- **Event Description**: Don your derby best and join us for the ‘most exciting two minutes in sports’ and so much more at the Kentucky Derby Social, May 2 from 5 to 8 pm at the Clayton Opera House!

Experience the thrill of the Kentucky Derby while enjoying an elegant social event featuring:

🐎 Delicious Cuisine: Savor curated food stations by 24 Carrots Catering & Events, followed by an indulgent dessert and coffee/tea service 

🌹 Dynamic Entertainment: Enjoy the evening with the sports man himself, emcee Mel Busler, who will keep the energy high, and live music to keep the fun going through the night with the immensely talented duo of Joe and Shannon Foy

🐎 Signature Drinks: Sip on specialty themed cocktails from a cash bar by O’Brien’s, along with a full selection of beer, wine, and spirits

🌹 Silent Auction: Bid on exclusive items and unique experiences in our exciting silent auction

🐎 Prizes for Derby Elegance: Show off your style and compete for prizes in categories like Best Dressed Individual, Best Dressed Couple, and Best Hat!

Tickets are $75 per person and $600 per table (each table seats eight).

Winner's Circle Table Perks: 

- Glasses of bubbly for each guest upon arrival

- Optional VIP seating on the balcony during the race 

- Exclusive mementos to take home

Proceeds support United Way of Northern New York’s mission to unite communities, resources, and partners to collaboratively address local needs, foster impactful programming, and enhance quality of life. Don’t miss this premier Derby celebration—secure your tickets today!

If you're unable to attend the event but would still like to support us, please consider donating through the 'Donate & Tickets' button at the top of the event page - every donation truly helps in our mission to build a better tomorrow!
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/clayton/2026-kentucky-derby-social/200029682827343
- **Event Categories**: kentucky-derby, sports, nonprofit, music, it, live-music, food-drinks, entertainment
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 43

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Clayton
- **state**: NY
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 403 Riverside Dr, Clayton, NY 13624, United States
- **lat**: 44.24254
- **long**: -76.08685
- **full address**: 403 Riverside Dr, Clayton, NY 13624, United States

## Event gallery

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is 2026 Kentucky Derby Social being held?
  - **A:** 2026 Kentucky Derby Social takes place on Sat, 02 May, 2026 at 05:00 pm to Sat, 02 May, 2026 at 08:00 pm at 403 Riverside Dr, Clayton, NY 13624, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing 2026 Kentucky Derby Social?
  - **A:** 2026 Kentucky Derby Social is organized by United Way of NNY.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** 2026 Kentucky Derby Social is ideal for party-goers, social butterflies, and anyone looking for a great night out with music, drinks, and good vibes. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Clayton, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If 2026 Kentucky Derby Social sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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