The Twin Cities’ Ultimate Derby Day Celebration Returns This May
8th Annual Kentucky Derby Twin Cities Party gallops into Forepaugh’s Victorian Mansion on May 2, 2026
The Twin Cities’ most elegant Kentucky Derby tradition is back! The 8th Annual Kentucky Derby Twin Cities happens Saturday, May 2, 2026, from 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM, Forepaugh’s Restaurant & Bar will transform its historic Victorian mansion in Irvine Park into a one-of-a-kind beautiful Derby Day experience. Complete with mint juleps and southern charm befitting Churchill Downs.
Guests will sip, cheer, and celebrate at this must-attend spring social event. This is the best Kentucky Derby party featuring a full Bubbles Bar, specialty Mint Julep menu, Derby fashion contests, and live viewing of “The Run for the Roses.”
Highlights Include
The Bubbles Bar
Pop and pour from a sparkling lineup of prosecco, cava, rosé, and more.
Signature Mint Julep Menu
The Forepaugh’s bar team will serve both classic and creative takes on the Derby’s signature cocktail.
Dress to Win ($600 in Prizes!)
Guests are encouraged to bring their finest Derby flair, with $200 awarded for Best Dressed Woman, Best Dressed Man, and Best Hat.
Live Race Viewing
Catch every stride of the Kentucky Derby broadcast live, surrounded by the Twin Cities’ most stylish crowd.
Complimentary Bites
Enjoy Forepaugh’s indoor and outdoor spaces and a touch of the mansion’s famed haunted history.
Tickets & Details
Early bird tickets start at $40 and include two drinks (one julep and one beer, wine, or bubbles) plus complimentary small bites. Quantities are limited, and early purchase is recommended.
Gather your friends, don your Derby best, and get ready to toast to springtime in true Twin Cities style.
Event Info
- Saturday, May 2, 2026
- 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM
- Forepaugh’s Restaurant & Bar, 276 Exchange St S, St. Paul, MN
- kentuckyderbytwincities.com/tickets/
