An Evening of Friendly Competition, Libations, and Dancing
Run for the Roses 2026
An evening of friendly competition, libations, live music, and celebration in support of Inspired Hearts and Hands.
Event Highlights
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Derby-style wagering and casino games
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Dinner and dessert buffet
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Live music by No Bad JuJu
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Photo booth, raffles, and activities
Saturday, May 2, 2026
Regional Learning Alliance
5:00–10:00 p.m.
Schedule of Events:
5:00 p.m. – Welcome Reception & Hors d’Oeuvres
5:30 – 8:00 p.m. – Derby Race Wagering, Casino Games of Chance
8:00 – 10:00 p.m. – No Bad JuJu Live Music, Photo Booth, Activities & Raffle
Get Your Derby Tickets!
All tickets include dinner & dessert buffet, live entertainment, casino gaming, and Night at the Races. Libations available by donation.
Winner’s Circle Party of 8
⭐ Most Popular Group Option
Includes:
- 8 Admission Tickets and Reserved Winner’s Circle Gathering Spot for Your Group
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Individual Derby Ticket
Best for single guests joining the fun
Includes:
- 1 Admission Ticket
Purchase Tickets
Sponsorship Opportunities
Sponsorship of Run for the Roses helps Inspired Hearts and Hands provide food, clothing, and essential support to children and families throughout our region. Sponsors receive meaningful community recognition while helping make this special evening of celebration and impact possible.
Presenting Sponsor – Committed
- Exclusive – 1 Available
- Prominent recognition throughout the event, including stage recognition during program highlights
- Logo featured on event signage and marketing
- 12 Derby Tickets
Reserve Presenting Sponsorship
Triple Crown Sponsor
$5000
- Exclusive Food & Beverage Sponsor
- Prominent Event Signage and Recognition
- Logo Featured in Event Marketing
- Verbal Recognition During the Program
- 8 Derby Tickets
Reserve Triple Crown Sponsorship
Rose Sponsor
$1000
- Limited | 3 Remaining Opportunities
- Exclusive Sponsorship of One Featured Race
- Logo included in race betting materials
- Verbal Recognition During the Race
- 4 Derby Tickets
Reserve Rose Sponsorship
Derby Day Corporate Sponsor
$850
- Corporate Logo Display ed on Shared Event Signage
- Logo Featured on Event Website and Digital Marketing
- Pre-Event Social Media Recognition
- Opportunity to Include Branded Item/Card at Event
- 8 Derby Tickets
Reserve Derby Day Sponsorship
Secretariat Sponsor
$500
- Games of Chance Sponsorship
- Featured logo in race betting materials
- Event Recognition and Signage
- 2 Derby Tickets
Reserve Secretariat Sponsorship
Kentucky Run Sponsor
$250
- Event signage sponsorship (Derby-Style Tee Sign)
- Logo featured on event website
- Recognition at the event
Reserve Kentucky Run Sponsorship