Building on last year’s inaugural Kentucky Derby party, the Garland Theater is once again celebrating the Run for the Roses with a big ol’ to-do. You don’t need to travel to Churchill Downs to get in the spirit of the thing, just put on some sweet duds and giant sun hats and get ready for the race by enjoying some Derby-themed cocktails from Bon Bon — yes, mint juleps are part of the day — while pre-race, you peruse vintage barware from Raising the Bar and earn raffle tickets for every drink you buy. After the race, catch live tunes from Pine League and Runaway Octopus under the Garland Theater marquee. Even if the race only lasts a couple of minutes, this party gives you good reason to celebrate it all day.
Sat, May 6 from 1-7 pm • $5/$7 day of • Garland Theater • 924 W. Garland • garlandtheater.com • 327-2509