Derby Day -Signature Event

Ruthmere Derby Day will be held on Saturday May 2 from 4:30-7:30 pm as we once again transform the grounds of Ruthmere Mansion into a sprawling estate of activities that’s an odd’s on favorite to win!

Watch live races from Churchill Downs all afternoon on the Monster Message Board giant screen TV, and if you’re chomping at the bit to try your luck with the ponies, Twin Spires online betting (legal in Indiana!) will be available with easy access on your phone. Pick your favorite horse to win the Derby just for fun at The Gate upon arrival. If your horse wins, so do you—your choice of a classic music concert ticket or free membership—pretty fabulous for a door prize!

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Sit back and soak up the atmosphere of Ruthmere’s lush surroundings while you sip on a mint julep made to order with the premium bourbon of your choice. Or maybe you’d like to indulge in a straight up bourbon tasting or an Old Fashioned from a variety of premium bourbons while you enjoy a fine cigar on the Ruthmere Smoking Piazza? This is the only day of the year smoking is allowed on campus, so bring your own favorite cigars and go ahead-- have a puff! What’s that sweet music you hear? None other than Thirsty Thelma and the Half Pints will keep the vibe fresh and lively.

Admission to this general public event includes gourmet hors d’oeuvres prepared by Elkhart Catering, two drink tickets for authentic mint juleps, wine or beer (additional drink tickets available for purchase). We are also expanding our Derby Fashion Show to include divisions of Best Hat and Best Overall Outfit with prizes. Our handsome but docile live horse “Sarge” from RC Egan Training Stables will be back for photo ops in the paddock and while he parades the grounds. Limited home tours will be available during the event, and "tour rain checks" will be offered to all guests in case you run out of time.

Ruthmere Derby Day is a 21 and over event. No exceptions.

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