Kentucky Derby Day & Derby Fest

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Saturday. May 2, 2026. 9:30 AM-7 PM

Sam Houston Race Park
7575 North Sam Houston Pkwy, Houston, TX 77064
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General Admission $ 10

https://tickets.shrp.com/event-details/kentucky-derby-day–derby-fest–saturday-may-2nd

Join us for Derby Fest as Sam Houston Race Park transforms into the ultimate Kentucky Derby Day celebration with racing, live music, signature cocktails, food, fashion, and fun all day long.
Simulcast Gates Open: 8:00 AM
Admission Gates Open: 9:30 AM
First Post: 10:30 AM
Sip in true Derby fashion with Mint Juleps & Oaks Lilies available at bars throughout the park
Derby Hat Contests
Dress to impress and show off your Derby Day flair!
Prizes awarded for standout style.
Enjoy live music throughout the park:
Club Level Stage: 2:00 PM – 4:30 PM
Rose Wine Garden located in the Infield: 2:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Food, Photos & Fun
Food trucks featuring local favorites
Photo walls throughout the Grandstand and Infield — perfect for Derby Day pics
General Admission:
• Food trucks and crawfish
• Access to the Rose Wine Garden
• Outdoor Open and Covered seating (lawn chairs allowed)
• Live Betting Windows & Self-Service Betting Kiosks
• Large outdoor viewing screens
• Photo activations
Rose Wine Garden
• Live Music from Shekere Band 2:30 PM – 4:00 PM | 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM
• DJ Big Love 9:30 AM – 2:30 PM
• Covered Lounge Seating
• Photo Walls
• Wine Bar and Wagering Access
• 9’x5’ Mobile Theater LED Screen

Bag Policy:

• Clear bags including totes and backpacks that do not exceed 12” x 6” x 12”  

• One-gallon clear plastic freezer bag (Ziploc bag or similar)  

• Small clutch bag approximately the size of a hand that does not exceed 5” x 7”  

• Laptop Bags may be subject to security checks upon entry. Management retains the right to deny entry with laptop bags.  

• Medical bags containing necessary health items are acceptable after proper inspection and approval from venue personnel/security   

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