Kentucky Derby VIP Experience
An afternoon of Southern elegance, charity, and competition in the Lounge at South Shore Social.
While the ladies arrive one by one in their all-decked out hats on display, and the gentlemen are escorting them to the main event, a charcuterie spread is there to greet them. Our chef has put together a light charcuterie to start the evening while folks gather, hats are praised, and the mint juleps start being made. Enjoy her array of appetizers yet save room for the main event. A memorable moment for sure.
Exclusive entry into the South Shore Social Lounge for the entire Derby Day event.
Complimentary charcuterie boards to enjoy as you arrive and settle in for the races.
A complimentary classic mint julep — the official cocktail of the Kentucky Derby.
Your choice of 6oz filet mignon or lobster tail, served after the race.
We're bringing back the popular cruise ship horse racing game! All money raised goes directly to Magical Meadows — therapeutic horseback riding for children and adults with physical and mental challenges.
Bid on a horse. Six horses are up for auction. The highest bidders buy their spot onto the race track.
Name your horse & pick your jockey. Each owner gets to name their horse and select someone to ride for them.
Race down the track. Dice determine how many spaces each horse moves. First across the finish line wins Derby gift baskets!
Put on your finest Derby attire — big hats, bold suits, and Southern charm. Prizes will be awarded for Best Dressed Man and Best Dressed Woman.
Every dollar raised in the horse racing auction goes directly to Magical Meadows, a nonprofit nestled on 41 acres of rural farmland in Warsaw, Indiana. Founded by Tammy Stackhouse in 2007, Magical Meadows provides therapeutic horseback riding for children and adults with different abilities, at-risk youth, veterans, and first responders.
Their mission is to provide a natural space for those with physical, mental, or emotional challenges — along with their families — to experience the healing power of horses.
Who They Serve: Children and adults with different abilities, at-risk youth, veterans, and first responders.
