2nd Annual Queen City Derby Party Happy Hour

Schedule

Fri May 01 2026 at 05:00 pm to 10:00 pm

UTC-04:00

Location

5901 E Galbraith Rd | Cincinnati, OH

Join us for a fun-filled evening of drinks, music, and good vibes at our 2nd Queen City Derby Party Happy Hour!
About this Event

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QCDP Happy Hour- 13K Event Venue at Kenwood Theatre


The 2nd Queen City Derby Party (QCDP) is a fundraising day-party centered on the running of the Kentucky Derby. As Cincinnati’s premier Kentucky Derby watch event, QCDP is a unique spectacle that brings together a diverse mix of patrons who wish to enjoy a festive and vibrant take on the traditions of the race. This annual fundraiser is the signature event of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc., Delta Gamma Lambda chapter in collaboration with the Delta Gamma Lambda Youth & Education Foundation, a Cincinnati based 501c3. All proceeds go to the foundation in support of its mission.


Date: Friday, May 1st, 2026

Time: 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Location: 13K Event Venue at Kenwood Theatre 5901 Galbraith Rd. Cincinnati, OH

45236


Get ready to kick off the Kentucky Derby weekend in style at 13K Event Venue! Join us

for a five-hour Happy Hour celebration the night before the big race, with great drinks,

light bites, plenty of Derby-themed fun, and a live DJ.


The QCDP Happy Hour features:

  • 5 hour happy hour celebration
  • Raffles
  • Light Bites
  • Cash Bar
  • Cigar Vendor
  • Professional Photography


Ticket Options:

General Admission: Only 200 tickets will be available for purchase for this event.


General Information:

ID or minimum age requirements to enter the event?

Must be at least 21 years old on May 1, 2026, to attend. Please do not purchase a ticket

if you will not meet this criterion because your money will not be refunded.

Is there a dress code?

A button-down and nice slacks, a color dress with a blazer, or a versatile piece that can

be transition from day to night. You might be on your feet for a while, so choose

comfortable footwear. Of course, you'll want to accessorize accordingly. Google is a

great resource for ideas!

No jeans, tennis shoes, boots, or streetwear. We reserve the right to enforce this policy

up to expulsion from the happy hour, in which case no refunds will be provided.

What are my parking options for getting to and from the event?

13K Event Venue at Kenwood Theater has free parking available for all patrons either in

the parking lot or the adjacent parking garage.

How can I contact the organizer with any questions?

Please check our website (www.queencityderbyparty.com), first, to see if the answer

to your questions is available there. If not, please send an email

to [email protected] and someone will respond to your inquiry as

soon as possible.

Will there be seating?

There will limited seating at the bar area, patio area, and in the lounge area on a first

come, first served basis.

Is there an open bar?

No. There will be a cash bar available from 5:00pm to 10:00pm of beer, wine, liquor and

non alcoholic beverages for your enjoyment.

Will there be food?

Yes. Limited light bites will be available from a short period of time **this is not a

banquet or dinner event**.

Where is it happening?

5901 E Galbraith Rd, 5901 East Galbraith Road, Cincinnati, United States
Tickets

USD 44.52

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