10th Annual Derby Party!

Join us for our 10th annual Derby Party fundraiser at the National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame, featuring delicious samplings of local brews, wines and spirits, and signature bites from local restaurants. While exploring the Museum and its exhibits, guests will enjoy entertainment before a live airing of the 2026 Kentucky Derby in the Official Thoroughbred Racing Hall of Fame. The National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame offers an authentic experience with a unique twist for the racing and food enthusiast. The Museum is a 501 (c) 3 non-profit organization, and all proceeds from this year’s event support the Museum’s educational mission and allow for exciting exhibits and programs year-round.

Questions about the event or how to become a vendor? Please contact megger@racingmuseum.net or call (518) 584-0400 ext. 112.

Please check back at a later date for participating vendors!

Schedule of Events:

4 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.

• Coverage of the Kentucky Derby.
• Food and beverage samples from local restaurants, breweries, distilleries, and wineries
• Live music
• Dress to impress!
• Race day-inspired 50/50 Raffle
• Silent Auction
• Live airing of the Kentucky Derby in the Hall of Fame
• And more!

PLEASE NOTE: This event is at the National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame. Ticket purchases are non-refundable.

Ticket options:

Purchase tickets here: 2026 Derby party tickets

$35 Safe Driver (no alcoholic beverages)
$50 Museum Member
$65 General Ticket 
$100 One-year Individual Museum membership and admission to the Derby Party! For membership information, click here.
$220 Group of Four
$1,000 VIP Reserved Table for 5 (includes swag bags, complimentary memberships, and use of the Museum Box on a Wednesday during the regular Saratoga meet*)

*The Museum's box at the Saratoga Race Course will host five guests, including track admission. Box seats are available on a first-come, first-serve basis, so please reach out to megger@racingmuseum.net to reserve your Wednesday in the box. Does not include food or beverage. 

All online ticket sales are active until May 1 at 4 p.m., or until the event reaches capacity. (There are no physical tickets for this event. Attendee names will be on a check-in list at the door on the day of the event)

FAQs

Are there ID requirements or an age limit to enter the event?
Yes. This is a 21+ event. IDs will be checked at the door and are required.

What are my parking options getting to the event?
The Museum parking lot and on street parking.

Where can I contact the organizer with any questions?
megger@racingmuseum.net or 518-584-0400

Where is this event located?
The Derby Party fundraiser is at the National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame, 191 Union Avenue, Saratoga Springs, NY

Is my ticket refundable?
No, please note all sales are final and ticket purchases are non-refundable.