Denver Mini Derby

05/06/2026

05/01/2026

The Denver Mini Derby is TOMORROW! And it's shaping up to be a beautiful and sunny day at the races. This event is completely outdoors, so dress for the weather! Here are the details on everything you need to know:

May 2, 2026 🌹 1-6pm
Denargo Market | Denver, CO
21+ only

GETTING THERE
• Entrance/Exit is on 28th and Chestnut Pl
• Uber/Lyft is highly recommended
• If you are the DD, parking is limited
• There is a $10 lot on Chestnut Pl near Denargo St
• Pay attention to signs, don't park in the apartment parking lots, check out spot hero for lots nearby.

✅ WHAT TO BRING
• 21+ ONLY – Don’t forget your valid photo ID. No one will be admitted with an ID, and no refunds will be issued if you do not have proper ID.
• No pets are allowed on site (service animals excepted).
• Reusable water bottles are allowed!
• There will be free refill stations.
• You’ll receive your Mini Derby cup at check in - please reuse and help us reduce waste.
• Cash - you'll need cash to participate in charitable betting with Spurs Academy, a 501c3. Cash tips for your bartenders are also appreciated!

🐎 WHAT TO EXPECT
Live screening of the Kentucky Derby on big screens

Mini horse races + corgi race presented by Sploot: Charitable betting available for the mini horse race!

Live music by Jakarta + DJ Prodigy

Food options: Bandwagon Sandwich Co, Rolling Smoke BBQ (included for VIP!), Twisted T's Bakery, Charlie's Ice Cream Social

Drink options (besides the bar!): Nakama Matcha, Cool As A Cucumber Mocktails, Owl's Brew, Dirty Dill Pickle Shots, Molly Brown Spirits, Polar Beverages, The Family Jones Distillery - the bars will have cocktails and N/A options available!

Best Dressed + Best Hat contests with PRIZES! Presented by the Listik Sisters. Meet at the stage at 2:45 to join in! Prizes sponsored by B Fresh Gear, The Hyatt Regency Denver, HiJinx Collective, and YETI

Awesome vendors: B Fresh Gear, HiJinx Collective, Native Raw Eats, Renewal by Andersen, Champion Windows

The famous $100 Mint Julep is back! Benefitting Cystic Fibrosis Research via the Breathe Together Foundation. 100% of your purchase is donated! You'll get a fancy YETI mug and a fancy julep to go in it! These sold out so fast last year, so don't miss it.

Schedule of Events:

1pm - Doors open at Denargo Market with live band and DJ sets 🎤
3pm - Best Dressed Contests 💃
3:45pm - Corgi Races brought to you by Sploot Vets 🐶
4:15pm - Live feed of the Kentucky Derby on the big screens 👒
4:57pm - The running of the Kentucky Derby 🐎
5pm - Mini Horse Races 🐴
6pm - End of Denver Mini Derby 🕰️

Don't have your tickets yet? Get them at DenverMiniDerby.com

04/29/2026

The tradition of wearing extravagant hats at the Derby began in the late 19th century as a way to attract a "high-class" crowd. Fast forward to May 2, 2026, and that tradition is alive and well in Denver! 👒 Our "Best Hat" competition is legendary, featuring everything from classic Southern belles to avant-garde masterpieces. Whether you’re a local fashionista or just looking for an excuse to get dressed up, the Denver Mini Derby is the place to be. Remember: the bigger the hat, the closer to the finish line! See the full schedule of events for this weekend at DenverMiniDerby.com.

04/28/2026

Since 1896, red roses have been the official flower of the Kentucky Derby, symbolizing the grace and grit of the winners. At the Denver Mini Derby on May 2, 2026, we’re bringing that same floral elegance to the Mile High City. 🏔️ Whether you’re draped in roses or rocking a custom fascinator, our "Best Dressed" contest is your chance to shine. We’ve combined the Southern hospitality of Louisville with the vibrant energy of Denver to create a Saturday afternoon you won’t soon forget. Tickets are all-inclusive, so the Mint Juleps and BBQ are on us! 🥃 DenverMiniDerby.com

04/28/2026

This year's Corgi Races at the Denver Mini Derby are brought to you by ! Whether your pup is hitting the race course, the trails, or the park—Sploot treats every pet like a VIP. Come meet them this Saturday at Denver Mini Derby, then schedule your appointment!

Get tickets to the cutest races in town at DenverMiniDerby.com

04/27/2026

Pink for the Girls: Friday is the Kentucky Oaks (the race for the fillies), but Saturday is for everyone! 💖 Wear your best pink accents to the Denver Mini Derby on May 2, 2026, and toast to the fastest fillies—and the cutest minis—in the world.

04/25/2026

LAST CALL! We're one week away from the cutest little Derby races! Do you have your tickets? There are two ways to go:

The Infield: Get in on the action with entry to all the entertainment and races, open bar access (yes, all drinks are included!), shaded tent, and plenty of excitement!

VIP: For those who take Derby Day seriously, VIP is the way to go. Enjoy an exclusive VIP-only open bar, seating, and a delicious BBQ meal.

You can't go wrong! Get yours at DenverMiniDerby.com

04/24/2026

The Kentucky Derby is famously known as the "Most Exciting Two Minutes in Sports," but in Denver, we like to stretch that excitement into a full-day celebration! 🐎 On May 2, 2026, we’re honoring the tradition of the 152nd Run for the Roses by hosting our own "mini" version right here in Colorado. While the Thoroughbreds at Churchill Downs are racing for a $5 million purse, our miniature horses are racing for charity and the sheer joy of the crowd. Come for the race, stay for the open bar, and be a part of Denver’s most unique spring tradition. 🌹