Down the Stretch | Who are the celebrities that will appear at Kentucky Derby parties and events?
Here's a look at the who's who that will be in Louisville leading up to the greatest two minutes in sports.
Kentucky Derby 149 is right around the corner and the celebrity-filled events are starting to announce their guests.
WHAS11’s Sherlene Shanklin will have updates on who’s attending the Derby and the events leading up to it.
Louisville Urban League Gala May 3, 2023
The gala, an official event of the Kentucky Derby Festival, will take place at the Norton Sports and Learning Complex in the Russell neighborhood. The attire is cocktail or black tie. Doors open at 5 p.m. Click here for ticket info!
Joe
Dru Hill (Louisville natives Jawaan "Smoke E." Peacock & Benjamin "Black" Bush)
Stokley (of Mint Condition)
Derby Soundstage May 4, 2023
The Derby Soundstage presented by LivSuite will happen at the Kentucky Exposition Center's Freedom Hall! Show is expected to begin at 6 p.m. Click here for ticket info!
DJ Drama
Jeezy
Tip ‘T.I.’ Harris
Trina
Barnstable Brown KY Derby Eve Gala May 5, 2023
The Barnstable Brown Kentucky Derby Eve Gala, internationally recognized as the “premier” Kentucky Derby gala and counted among the “Ten Best Parties in the World” by Condé Nast, is proud to announce the celebrity lineup for its 34th annual gala. The many celebrity guests will include:
Patrick Mahomes
Chris Pine
Peyton Manning
Jack Harlow
Aaron Rodgers
Smokey Robinson
Boyz II Men
Justin Hartley
Eddie Montgomery
Joey Fatone
Billy Gilman
Ian Bohen
Bret Baier
Robert Pine
Jimmy Graham
A.J. Hawk
Doug E. Fresh
Jordan Smith
Emmitt Smith
Randall Cobb
Unbridled Eve Derby Gala May 5, 2023
Michael "The Miz" Mizanin
Maryse Mizanin
Sheree' Whitfield
Patricia Cooksey
Percy 'Master P" Miller
Michael Kidd-Gilchrist
D.B. Woodside
Lauren Zima
Randy Travis
Jerry Mathers
Nora Roberts
Chris Redman
Cam Jordan
Michael Bush
Mark Ingram
Mike Mills
Warren Moon
Bob Guiney
Rob Angel
Jean Cruguet
Julien Leparoux
Rob Base
The Crashers
Bonnie-Jill Laflin
Steve's Derby Eve May 5, 2023
Steve Wilson will host his annual Derby Eve party at the 21C Museum Hotel on Oaks night. This year's theme is "Drag Circus". His featured guests include "Queer Eye's" Antoni Poworski, drag performer Bella Duballe and singer Macy Gray. It promises "light bites, performances and spectacles!" That party kicks off at 9 p.m. Click here for ticket info!
The Darrell Griffith Experience May 6, 2023
This premiere Derby party will feature a performance from actress and singer Coco Jones (Bel-Air) and legendary DJ Kid Capri. The Darrell Griffith Foundation Experience will hold the event on Derby night the Kentucky International Convention Center. Click here for more info!
Derby Parties & Events Kentucky Derby Week &Weekend
Fest-A-Ville (Waterfront)
Marzz (May 1)
Midnight Star (May 2)
J.D. Shelburne (May 3)
Velcro Pygmies (May 4)
Taste of Derby (May 4)
Inaugural Crystal Blossom Women of Color Cancer Benefit Gala (May 4)
Round 149 (Muhammad Ali Center)
Celebrity Chef Darnell "Superchef" Ferguson (May 5 & 6)
AKA Eta Omega Chapter 42nd Derby Brunch (May 6)
Royal Creationz Entertainment presents Gucci Mane (May 6)
Goodtimers Derby Finale Day Party (May 7)
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