Guide to celebrating Kentucky Derby Day in Las Vegas, Nevada

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“Riders up!”

The fastest two minutes in sports is the Kentucky Derby. This year’s 148th for the roses will be on Saturday, May 7, 2022, beginning at 3:45 pm.

If you can’t get to Louisville, the next best place to see the Kentucky Derby has to be Las Vegas! For overall Derby viewing, betting and partying, Vegas has got to be the place!

South Point Hotel Casino & Spa

South Point Hotel Casino & Spa is going all out for Derby Day. There will be a Handicapping Seminar in their Grandview Lounge on Friday, May 6, 2022, at 6 pm. The host is Ralph Siraco, assisted by Handicappers Jen Lindo and Brad Free.

On Saturday, there will be a Kentucky Derby Party in the Grand Ballroom at South Point, beginning at 9 am. Enjoy Food and Drink Specials throughout the day. Betting windows will be open.

South Point Hotel, Casino & Spa has a bowling alley, movie theaters and a casino with a gaming floor, Sports Book, Racing Book and a Bingo Hall. It also has a pool, jacuzzi and a spa.

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Circa Resort & Casino

Circa Resort & Casino is having a Derby Party to celebrate the most exciting two minutes in sports. Get a front row seat in the Legacy Club and enjoy stunning views of the city from level 60. Full coverage and live audio of the race will be played for the best viewing experience.

Guests can enjoy an open bar, including beer, wine, champagne and a spritz bar with Mint Juleps. There will also be Food Specials. Complimentary men and women’s derby hats will be given out at check in to get the perfect photo op.

Circa Resort & Casino blends ultra modern amenities with vintage Las Vegas style at this adult only resort. It has the world’s largest sportsbook and the Stadium Swim complex with 6 pools.

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Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino

The Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino is having a Derby Party in their International Bar. Guests are encouraged to come in their finest Derby Day attire. They can enter the first annual Derby Day Couture Contest. A panel of local celebrity judges will award prizes in several different categories.

Then watch the Kentucky Derby at the Westgate Sports SuperBook and celebrate afterwards with Food and Drink Specials throughout the resort.

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Venetian Resort

The Yardbird in The Venetian Resort Las Vegas is offering Derby Day Brunch Specials including

  • Beer Cheese Dip with Pretzel Bread $18
  • Newsom’s Country Ham Biscuits with Red Leicester Cheddar & Dijon Creme Fraiche $20
  • Kentucky Hot Brown Sliders with Turkey Confit, Smoked Bacon and Spiced Mornay $22

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J.W. Marriott Las Vegas Hotel

The Rampart Casino at the J.W. Marriott Las Vegas Hotel is celebrating the Derby Day Weekend. They’re offering a free Racing Betting Seminar on May 6, 2022, at 6 pm in the Cascade Lounge. Professional Handicapper Bob Ike will teach you how to bet the horses. All attendees will be entered into a free Derby Raffle and can collect their prizes at the end of the Kentucky Derby.

Their May 7 Derby Day Specials include

  • $5 Food Credit when you make a $50 Derby bet
  • Join the $1,000 Derby Day Hat Contest from 1 pm to 3 pm and 20 winners will win $50 Free Slot Play
  • Enjoy $5 Derby Day Drink Specials at all casino bars, including Mint Juleps and Louisville Coolers
  • $21.99 3 Course Derby Day Special served in Earl Grey Cafe from 11 am to 9 pm

J.W. Marriott Las Vegas Hotel has 50 acres of lush gardens and a resort style pool with flowing waterfalls and whirlpools. Play golf at TPC Las Vegas, their championship golf club.

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