Denver Mini Derby – Event Details & FAQ

Saturday, May 3, 2025
RiNo Art Park, 1900 35th St – Denver, CO
Ages 21+ Only

Grab your biggest hat, brightest bowtie, and get ready for the most over-the-top Derby Day celebration outside of Kentucky. With mini horses, corgi races, an open bar, massive viewing screens, and VIP experiences — this is not your average watch party. It’s the Denver Mini Derby, and it’s about to be legendary.

 
  • 1:00 PM: Doors Open

    1-2:30 PM: Ninety Percent 90s

    3:00 PM: Best Dressed Contest hosted by Anastasia Krystals

    3:45 PM: Corgi Race

    4:57 PM: Kentucky Derby on the big screen!

    5:15 PM: Mini horse race

    6:00 PM: Event ends

  • Infield Ticket (General Admission)

    • Access to the event

    • Open bar (yes, all drinks included!)

    • Live band + DJ

    • Corgi race, mini horse charity race, hat contests, and more

    VIP Experience

    • Everything included in GA plus:

    • VIP-only open bar with premium selections

    • Reserved VIP seating area

    • Exclusive restrooms

    • Delicious BBQ meal from Rolling Smoke BBQ (vegan/vegetarian/GF options available)

    • Air-conditioned lounge

  • There are so many fantastic hotels in Downtown Denver, but we recommend our partner, The Art Hotel! A stay at The Art Hotel Denver is the perfect way to round out your derby weekend. Located just 10 minutes from the event, The Art Hotel is our top choice for a luxurious, stylish, and centrally located stay.

  • Yes! While food isn’t included in GA, we’ll have a curated selection of food trucks and vendors included Mimo’s oyster bar, Bandwagon Sandwich Co, Torchy’s Tacos, Twisted T’s, Fat Batter Ice Cream, and Rolling Smoke BBQ.

    VIP tickets include a meal from Rolling Smoke BBQ.

    Vegan/Vegetarian options available at Bandwagon Sandwich Co, Fat Batter Ice Cream, and Rolling Smoke BBQ.

    GF options available at Mimo’s, Fat Batter Ice Cream, and Rolling Smoke BBQ.

  • Derby fashion is highly encouraged. Go big!

    Think:

    • Big hats

    • Floral dresses

    • Bright pastels

    • Bowties and seersucker
      Prizes awarded for Best Hat, Best Dressed, and Cutest Couple!

  • Yes! We’ll have adorable mini horses and corgis on site, all part of fun and lighthearted races.

    The minis will race with their handlers and charitable bets can be placed with the Amazing Grace Ranch team at the stables!

    The corgis will fly on the field with their capes!

    This event benefits Amazing Grace Ranch and Do Good Denver.

  • Limited street parking is available but we strongly recommend rideshare or public transit. There’s a light rail station nearby and plenty of scooter/bike share options in the area.

  • Yes. All guests must be 21+ with a valid ID to attend. No exceptions — this includes all ticket types and experiences.

  • No, only the racing corgis will be on site — please leave your pups at home this time!

    Service animals performing a medically necessary task are allowed as well.

  • Tickets are only sold online.

    Please note that prices will increase. We recommend grabbing yours early to save!