BLOCK PARTY

PRESENTED BY CHURCHILL DOWNS, HUMANA AND PARK COMMUNITY CREDIT UNION

Kentucky Derby Festival’s Block Party will kick off April 15 for the second year in a row at Norton Healthcare Sports & Learning Center in West Louisville. Last year’s inaugural party brought in thousands of attendees who enjoyed all that local, minority-owned businesses have to offer.

Latonia Bland , the owner of Brain Freeze: Cones for a Cause food truck, said that in 2022, all the food trucks and most of the marketplace vendors sold out.

“[Last year] was amazing, and I think it’s going to grow every year,” Bland said. “It was just a wonderful, refreshing situation for the area, and I feel like the West End needed that, because so much was going on in terms of violence and just not having anything to do.”

The Block Party will feature a children’s playzone, live entertainment, health and wellness services, and the MELANnaire Marketplace, featuring dozens of vendors highlighting Black entrepreneurs. Nonprofit organizations also will be on hand to showcase services available to members of the local community.

“People are already talking about this year’s party,” Bland said. “We’ve doubled all the food trucks. We’ve doubled the vendors. I’m excited to be a part of it.”

APRIL 15

THE FILLIES DERBY BALL PRESENTED BY TOTAL WINE & MORE

Cocktails, 6PM; queen’s coronation, 7PM; call to the post/ dinner, 8PM; dancing

9PM-MIDNIGHT featuring Bourbon Legend. NEW LOCATION: MARRIOTT LOUISVILLE DOWNTOWN

Tickets $300 each, VIP Table of 10 is $3,500, includes dinner and dancing. Produced by The Fillies, Inc. Portion of proceeds benefits Kentucky Derby Festival Foundation. For tickets, visit KDF. org or call (502) 584-FEST.

Presenting Sponsor: Total Wine & More. Contributing Sponsor: Capital Access Corporation –Kentucky. Official Bourbon: Log Still Distillery. Official Luxury Vehicle: Cadillac. Media Sponsor: TOPS Louisville.

APRIL 15

Kentucky Derby Festival Triple Crown Trivia And After Party

6:30-11:30PM THE GALT HOUSE HOTEL

A wonderful evening of Kentucky themed trivia, dancing, live band, silent auction and casino-style games. All funds raised support I Would Rather Be Reading. Individual tickets: $25 (for after party only and cash bar) or $80 (includes three-course meal, one round of Kentucky-themed trivia, and access to the after party). Table of 10, $1,000 (includes three-course meal, one round of Kentucky-themed trivia, and access to the after party.).

Produced by I Would Rather Be Reading. For information, call (502) 710-9710 or visit iwouldratherbereading.org/ triplecrowntrivia

APRIL 15

KENTUCKY DERBY FESTIVAL BLOCK PARTY PRESENTED BY CHURCHILL DOWNS, HUMANA AND PARK COMMUNITY CREDIT UNION

10AM-8PM NORTON HEALTHCARE SPORTS & LEARNING CENTER

Community celebration of Derbytime traditions featuring local food, fare and fun. Plus, live entertainment showcasing local talent and family-friendly activities all day! Admission is free. Sponsors: Churchill Downs, Humana and Park Community Credit Union. Contributing Sponsors: Brown-Forman, Goodwill Industries of Kentucky, Kentucky Education and Labor Cabinet and ZEON. Stage Sponsor: Ford Motor Company. Supporting Sponsors: Brain Freeze Cones for a Cause, Erica Denise Entertainment, Louisville Parks & Recreation, MELANnaire Marketplace, The Hope Bus and The Hope Village. Media Sponsor: REAL 93.1.

APRIL 17-18

AT&T KENTUCKY DERBY FESTIVAL

MORNING

Line

6–11AM

Radio stations from around the region will broadcast their morning shows live from the Kentucky Derby Museum. Sponsor: AT&T. Contributing Sponsors: Biscuit Belly, Goodwill Industries of Kentucky, Kentucky Department of Tourism and Kentucky Derby Museum.

APRIL 20

KENTUCKY DERBY MUSEUM SECRETARIAT BOURBON DINNER & EXHIBIT LAUNCH PARTY

6:15-9PM KENTUCKY DERBY MUSEUM

Celebrate America’s Horse! Guests will be the first to experience the brand-new, immersive Secretariat exhibit before it opens to the public on April 21. Enjoy a three-course bourbon-themed dinner, featuring Woodford Reserve Double Double Oaked and presentations from some of Secretariat’s closest connections.

Tickets: VIP $250 (includes 5:15PM VIP exclusive cocktail hour, ribbon cutting, dinner and exhibit access). General Admission $200 (includes specialty cocktail, dinner and exhibit access). For tickets and more information, visit DerbyMuseum.org

APRIL 21

KENTUCKY DERBY FESTIVAL THEY’RE OFF!® LUNCHEON PRESENTED BY BAE SYSTEMS, FIFTH THIRD BANK AND HEARTLAND

11:30AM THE GALT HOUSE HOTEL, EAST GRAND BALLROOM

Tickets: $800 table of eight or $100 each. Official Kentucky Derby Festival kick-off luncheon. Presenting Sponsors: BAE Systems, Fifth Third Bank and Heartland. Contributing Sponsors: Kentucky Proud and The Galt House Hotel.

Supporting Sponsor: Monticello Banking Company. Media Sponsor: Business First.

APRIL 21

KENTUCKY DERBY FESTIVAL

DERBY, DRINKS & DESSERT CRUISE

3-5PM BELLE OF LOUISVILLE

Belle of Louisville Riverboats is helping kick off the 2023 Kentucky Derby Festival with a special post-luncheon cruise!

After the “They’re Off Luncheon” at The Galt House, join us onboard the Belle for Kentuckyinspired desserts, live music by the Hot Sauce Brass Band and horse racing-themed drinks and activities. You might even get a preview of the air show during the excursion! Produced by Belle of Louisville. Visit BelleofLouisville. org for more information.

APRIL 27-MAY 5

KROGER’S FEST-A-VILLE ON THE WATERFRONTSM

Ribbon Cutting April 27 11AM. Open daily 11AM-11PM, except Sunday NOON-10PM

WATERFRONT PARK

Ultimate entertainment experience featuring concerts with national talent, family fun, food, kids’ inflatable playground, midway rides. FREE ADMISSION on opening day (April 27) courtesy of Commonwealth Credit Union. After April 27, admission is free with a 2023 Pegasus Pin®. Admission is free with a 2023 Pegasus Pin®. (Food, drink and pets are not permitted.) Sponsor: Kroger.

Contributing Sponsor: Commonwealth Credit Union Official Craft Beer: TEN20 Craft Brewery. Official Seltzer: High Noon. Music Stage Sponsor: Miller Lite. Pegasus PlayVille Sponsor: Norton Children’s.

APRIL 27

JOSLYN & THE SWEET COMPRESSION AT KROGER’S FEST-A-VILLE

7:30PM KROGER’S FEST-A-VILLE ON THE WATERFRONT, GREAT LAWN

Admission is free with a 2023 Pegasus Pin®. (Food, drink and pets are not permitted.)

Sponsor: Kroger.

APRIL 28

KENTUCKY DERBY FESTIVAL ATHLETE’S DERBY GALA

7PM MELLWOOD ART CENTER, DA VINCI ROOM

Honoree: Darrell Griffith. The Athlete’s Derby Gala recognizes the talent, progress, and achievements of young athletes, students, women and men in Kentucky with a goal to raise $150,000 for post-secondary scholarships for underserved students. Produced by One Plus One Equals U, Inc. Tickets $150 each; table of eight is $1,000. For tickets, visit athletesderbygala.com

APRIL 29

ELVIE SHANE AT KROGER’S FEST-A-VILLE

7:30PM KROGER’S FEST-A-VILLE ON THE WATERFRONT, GREAT LAWN

Admission is free with a 2023 Pegasus Pin®. (Food, drink and pets are not permitted.)

Sponsor: Kroger. Media Sponsor: 97.5 WAMZ.

APRIL 30

KENTUCKY DERBY FESTIVAL GOSPELFESTSM PRESENTED BY PASSPORT HEALTH PLAN BY MOLINA HEALTHCARE AND REPUBLIC BANK

6:30-9PM KROGER’S FEST-A-VILLE ON THE WATERFRONT

Gospel Choir Showcase. Admission is free with a 2023 Pegasus Pin®. Sponsors: Passport Health Plan by Molina Healthcare and Republic Bank. Media Sponsor: B96.5 FM.

MAY 1

KENTUCKY DERBY FESTIVAL HAPPYTAIL HOUR

5-8PM KROGER’S FEST-A-VILLE ON THE WATERFRONT, GREAT LAWN

A pet-friendly (leashes please!) social event. Admission is free with a 2023 Pegasus Pin®. Produced by Metro Animal Services. (Food and drink are not permitted.)

MAY 1

MARZZ AT KROGER’S FEST-A-VILLE

7:30PM KROGER’S FEST-A-VILLE ON THE WATERFRONT, GREAT LAWN

Admission is free with a 2023 Pegasus Pin®. (Food, drink and pets are not permitted.)

Sponsor: Kroger.

MAY 2

KENTUCKY DERBY

May 2

MIDNIGHT STAR AT KROGER’S FEST-A-VILLE

7:30PM KROGER’S FEST-A-VILLE ON THE WATERFRONT, GREAT LAWN

Admission is free with a 2023 Pegasus Pin®. (Food, drink and pets are not permitted.) Sponsor: Kroger. Media Sponsors: B96.5 FM and MAGIC 101.3.

MAY 3

SHEPHERD INSURANCE KENTUCKY DERBY FESTIVAL GREAT STEAMBOAT RACE

4:30-5:30PM boarding. 5:45PM departure. Race begins at 6PM

The Belle of Louisville, Belle of Cincinnati and American Countess will compete for bragging rights on the Ohio River. Awards presentation immediately following on the Belle of Louisville. Tickets on the Belle of Louisville $165 (limited availability). For Belle of Louisville tickets, call (502) 584-FEST or visit KDF.org Tickets on the Belle of Cincinnati $80 cruise only; $125 dinner and cruise. For Belle of Cincinnati tickets, call 800-2618586 or visit BBRiverboats.com

Free spectator viewing at Kroger’s Fest-a-Ville and along the banks of the Ohio River. Sponsor: Shepherd Insurance. Contributing Sponsors: Don Julio Tequila, Brough Brothers Distillery and PPL Therapeutic Services, PLLC. Official Bourbon: Brough Brothers Distillery. Media Sponsor: Q103.1.

MAY 3

JD SHELBURNE AT KROGER’S FEST-A-VILLE

7:30PM KROGER’S FEST-A-VILLE ON THE WATERFRONT, GREAT LAWN

Admission is free with a 2023 Pegasus Pin®. (Food, drink and pets are not permitted.)

MAY 4

KENTUCKY DERBY FESTIVAL DAY AT THE DOWNS PRESENTED BY KENTUCKIANA HONDA DEALERS

11:30AM CHURCHILL DOWNS, FOURTH FLOOR, SKYE TERRACE

Celebrate Thurby at the track with a great view and allinclusive ticket. Presenting

Sponsor: Kentuckiana Honda Dealers. Contributing

Sponsors: Guess?, Inc. and SoIN Tourism. Media Sponsor: MIX 106.9.

MAY 4

VELCRO PYGMIES AT KROGER’S FEST-A-VILLE

7:30PM KROGER’S FEST-A-VILLE ON THE WATERFRONT, GREAT LAWN

Admission is free with a 2023 Pegasus Pin®. (Food, drink and pets are not permitted.)

MAY 5

THUNDERSTRUCK:

Festival

TEXAS HOLD’EM TOURNAMENT

4:30PM boarding and check-in; 6PM tournament begins, plus one-hour cruise. BELLE OF CINCINNATI, DOCKED AT KROGER’S FEST-A-VILLE ON THE WATERFRONT $125 Buy-in includes $10,000 in chips and commemorative pin. Add-ons available 1st hour of play $50 for $5,000 in chips. $2,500 first-place prize. Payouts for 1st–24th place. Payouts for 10% of field. Payouts based on 325 players, payouts pro-rated based on actual number of players. $15 for guests. LICENSE# ORG0001638. Register by calling (502) 584-FEST or online at KDF. org Official Bourbon: Log Still Distillery.

MAY 3

KENTUCKY DERBY FESTIVAL LOUISVILLE URBAN LEAGUE DERBY GALA

DOORS OPEN AT 5PM, NORTON HEALTHCARE SPORTS AND LEARNING CENTER

Gala created in 2017 for the community. Joe, Dru Hill and Stokley will headline this year’s event. Produced by Louisville Urban League. All proceeds benefit the Louisville Urban League. Tickets $350. Tickets on sale at LUL.org/events/derbygala or (502) 585-4622.

AMERICA’S AC/DC TRIBUTE AT DERBY EVE JAM®

7:30PM KROGER’S FEST-A-VILLE ON THE WATERFRONT, GREAT LAWN

Admission is free with a 2023 Pegasus Pin®. (Food, drink and pets are not permitted.)

MAY 12

PEGASUS PIN® GOLD PIN WINNER GRAND PRIZE DRAWING

Gold Winner Pins are eligible to win a new $20,000 cash Grand Prize given away on Friday, May 12. To be eligible, register pins online at PegasusPins. com. Drawings broadcast on WAVE.