

# Event Details

- **Event Name**: HLEA – 5th Annual Kentucky Derby Gala 
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 02 May, 2026 at 02:00 pm – Sat, 02 May, 2026 at 07:00 pm (-05:00)
- **Event Description**: Hilltop Lakes Equestrian Association (HLEA) – 5th Annual Kentucky Derby Gala 

It’s time to talk Derby!  Enjoy the Derby the Hilltop Lakes way - You don't have to travel to Churchill Downs in Louisville, KY, to celebrate the 152nd Kentucky Derby in style.  Closer to home, join Hilltop Lakes Equestrian Association (HLEA) in celebrating what's called “the most exciting two minutes in sports”.  And this year, the excitement is bigger than ever as we celebrate an incredible 152 years of history, and 2026 is the Year of the Horse!
HLEA is hosting our 5th Annual Kentucky Derby Fundraiser Gala.  The event is open to the public, but limited advance purchase tickets are required.  Enjoy Southern Cuisine foods, sip mint juleps, wear fancy hats, and cheer for your favorite horse. It’s a safe bet to say that you won’t want to miss out on our gala on race day!
The HLEA Kentucky Derby Gala will be held in the beautiful Tonkawa Banquet Room with spectacular floor to ceiling windows overlooking the natural beauty of the lakes and Texas shaped pool. Inside the banquet room, you’ll find eye-catching vibrant Derby inspired décor, including a special tribute to the 152nd Running of the Kentucky Derby.  Guests will enjoy a Southern cuisine food buffet, and festivities including a wagering booth, silent and live auction, photo booth, racing memorabilia, trivia, raffle, cash bar drink specials, and TV to experience the thrill of watching the Kentucky Derby live racing. It’s the ultimate heart thumping…..hooves stomping….day at the races!
Date:	Saturday, May 2, 2026
Time:  2pm – 7pm
Location: Hilltop Lakes Arrowhead Lodge, 1 Lodge Drive, Hilltop Lakes, TX  77871	
Hosted by:  Hilltop Lakes Equestrian Association (HLEA)

*Prizes will be awarded to Best Dressed Filly, Best Dressed Couple, Most Dapper Man, and Best Hat, so wear your best Derby Attire!*
Note: Derby Attire is admired, but not required for gala entry.
Limited Seating Available!
Tickets and VIP Tables Now Available for purchase:
$45/person, or $500/VIP Reserved Table for 10 on Millionaire Row
 Watch Live Race | Southern Cuisine Buffet | Drink Specials | Prizes for Best Derby Attire | 21 and over please | Friendly Wagering | Trivia | Silent &amp; Live Auction | Raffle | 100% proceeds benefit HLEA  

Contact: 713.503.0470 for tickets and information
https://www.facebook.com/events/1235451838459444

For those that would like lodging that evening, Hilltop Lakes has hotel rooms and villas available for booking.  Call the Hilltop Lakes Welcome Center @ 936.855.2222 to reserve.

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- **Event Categories**: kentucky-derby, sports, food-drinks, nonprofit
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 13

## Ticket Details

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## Event venue details

- **city**: Normangee
- **state**: TX
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Hilltop Lakes Arrowhead Lodge, 1 Lodge Drive, Hilltop Lakes, TX 77871
- **lat**: 31.07501
- **long**: -96.20979
- **full address**: Hilltop Lakes Arrowhead Lodge, 1 Lodge Drive, Hilltop Lakes, TX 77871, 1 Lodge Dr, Normangee, TX 77871, United States

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When is the event happening?
  - **A:** Sat, 02 May, 2026 at 02:00 pm (-05:00)
- **Q**: Where is the event happening?
  - **A:** Hilltop Lakes Arrowhead Lodge, 1 Lodge Drive, Hilltop Lakes, TX 77871, 1 Lodge Dr, Normangee, TX 77871, United States
- **Q**: What type of event is this?
  - **A:** kentucky-derby, sports, food-drinks, nonprofit
- **Q**: Where can I find ticket details about HLEA – 5th Annual Kentucky Derby Gala  ?
  - **A:** You can find ticket details about this event on AllEvents.

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