Kentucky Derby Events in the Cincy Region
Check out where to watch the races and celebrate Derby Day in the Cincy Region.
Horse racing a huge part of Kentucky culture - meaning it is also woven into the fabric of the Cincy Region! From sipping on a locally crafted mint julep and diving into a derby pie, to sporting your best fascinator and bow tie - here are ways to locally watch (and bet on!) the "greatest two minutes in sports".
Marquee Events
Embark on a thrilling journey through the lives of local Kentucky Derby legends at the Behringer-Crawford Museum's "Race to Fame" exhibit. Discover the remarkable stories of Northern Kentuckians who've made their mark on the sport, including jockeys like Eddie Arcaro and Mack…
Join the excitement at Cincinnati's Derby Celebration at Belterra Park! Secure your spot today for the thrilling Kentucky Oaks & Derby events on May 3-May 4. From tables for groups of ten to cozy parlor seats, single and double carrels, to grandstand boxes accommodating…
Experience the excitement of Derby Day at Newport on the Levee's Run for the Roses event, where extravagant hats, refined juleps and the excitement is endless. Gather your loved ones and go to The Valet Loop along the Levee, where heartwarming memories await at the petting zoo…
Family-friendly derby watch party! $10 general admission includes access to all the festivities! Starting at 10:30 a.m. in the event center & noon outside by the track. Place your bets and enjoy Naked Karate Girls concert, DJ, hat contest and family-friendly activities! Enjoy…
Join Fueled Collective for a viewing of the 150th running of the Kentucky Derby! No ticket to Churchill Downs? No problem! Fueled Collective has you covered for everything from race day attire to food, drinks and live music, all inside the exceptional confines of Fueled…
Welcome to the Run For the Roses- Kentucky Derby Party! Join Juniper’s for a fun-filled time celebrating the Kentucky Derby. Put on your best hat and sip on Derby inspired cocktails as they watch the most exciting two minutes in sports. Enjoy a traditional Kentucky Derby style…
Raise your glass
What goes better with a day of horse racing than a glass of Kentucky's finest? Northern Kentucky and Cincy both boast a plethora of different fantastic bourbon bars - the perfect place to cozy up at with something strong and locally distilled.
Check out the B-Line while you're here, a self-guided bourbon tour that highlights a variety of bourbon-centric bars, restaurants and local distilleries.
Old Kentucky Bourbon Bar (OKBB)
- 629 Main St.
- (859) 581-1777
In the heart of Mainstrasse Village, Old Kentucky Bourbon Bar is a haven for whiskey… Read More
New Riff Distilling
- 24 Distillery Way
- (859) 261-7433
Knowledge, ambition and absolute drive for quality - these are the hallmarks of New… Read More
Tousey House Tavern
- 5963 North Jefferson St
- (859) 586-9900
We invite you to experience our hospitality and southern cuisine in a relaxed and… Read More
Wiseguy Lounge
- 603 Main Street
- (859) 916-5209
One of the most intriguing eras in human history was the Roaring Twenties. Many… Read More
Knox Joseph Distillery at the OTR StillHouse
- 2017 Branch Street
Being a local female-owned venue, is one unique aspect of Knox Joseph Distillery at… Read More
Newberry Bros. Coffee & The Prohibition Bourbon Bar
- 530 Washington Ave.
- (859) 261-9463
Located in Newport, Kentucky (in what used to be a pharmacy back in the late 1800’s)… Read More
Pompilio's
- 600 Washington Ave.
- (859) 581-3065
80 years of home cooked Italian foods. Rustic dining rooms, casual atmosphere… Read More
Purple Poulet
- 846 York Street
- (859) 916-5602
Purple Poulet is a southern bourbon bistro located in the historic, and beautifully… Read More
Wenzel Whiskey
- 15 Tobacco Alley
Wenzel Whiskey is a whiskey blending warehouse as well as event space, located in… Read More
Sundry and Vice
- 1214 Vine St.
- (513) 721-8423
Located in historic Over-the-Rhine, Sundry and Vice is Cincinnati's premier… Read More
Libby's Southern Comfort
- 35 West 8th Street
Libby's Southern Comfort, in the heart of Covington's Duveneck Square, serves up… Read More
Other Derby Weekend Events
Make a weekend out of it! Check out some other events happening before and after the big race.