
DERBY FEST
May 3, 2025About The Event
2025 Derby Fest at the Showgrounds
The ultimate Kentucky Derby experience at the Showgrounds on May 3rd, 2025, held in the infield of Sam Houston Race Park. This will be Houston's largest and most exciting Derby celebration, offering a day filled with live music, DJs, and an electrifying atmosphere, all complemented by jumbo screens to catch every moment of the race action.
Guests will have access to the Wine Garden, where a selection of wines will be available, Food Trucks, Crawfish, merchandise, wagering, as well as an exclusive all-inclusive VIP section with indoor and outdoor lounge seating, climate control, full bar service and premium catering for those looking to elevate their experience.
SHRP North and South Gates open at 9:00 AM
Showgrounds gates open at 10:00 AM
First post time for SHRP at 10:30 AM
VIP Amenities
Full bar service - with Mint Juleps and Oaks Lillies
Gourmet buffet
Mutuel betting facilities
Exclusive private lounge seating
Live television feed of the Kentucky Derby
Comfortable lounge and table seating
Viewing Platform
Wine Garden with live music and DJ
Large screen televisions for optimal viewing
Luxury Restrooms - climate controlled
Access to general admission vendors, exclusive Kentucky Derby merchandise, and food trucks
General Admission Amenities
Access to General Admission vendors, Kentucky Derby merchandise, and food trucks
Limited outdoor seating options
Mutuel wagering facilities
Large outdoor television for optimal viewing
Lawn Chairs allowed
Kentucky Derby Hat Contest
Crawfish
Live Music
DJ
Wine Garden
Food Trucks