Date & Time: Saturday, March 28, 2026 | 6 PM-Midnight
- 6 PM: Cocktails
- 6:45 PM: Call to the Post/Doors Open
- 7:15 PM: Queen’s Coronation
- 8 PM: Dinner & Live Auction
- 9 PM-Midnight: Dancing with live entertainment by The Juice Box Heroes
Location: Omni Louisville Hotel - 400 S 2nd St, Louisville, KY 40202
Overview
Enjoy an evening of crowns, cocktails and celebration at the ball that starts it all! The Fillies Derby Ball – the first ball of the Derby season – is a black-tie affair featuring cocktails, the crowning of the Queen of the 2026 Royal Court, live and silent auctions, dinner, dancing, and live entertainment.
The 2026 theme is “A Royal Masquerade,” where guests will experience a night of elegance, mystery and timeless Venetian charm.
Produced by The Fillies, Inc.
Tickets & Pricing
$350 each or $5,000 VIP table of 10 - Reserved seating includes cocktail reception, live and silent auctions, dinner, dancing and event pin (Fees not included)
Age / Entry Requirements
All ages welcome.
More Info
Presenting Sponsor: Courtesy Cadillac | Official Sponsor: Total Wine & More | Contributing Sponsors: Capital Access Corporation-Kentucky and Hectare’s | Official Bourbon: Kentucky Peerless Distilling Co. | Official Vodka: Tito's Handmade Vodka | Supporting Sponsors: Class Act Federal Credit Union and Davis Jewelers