All the Glitz, Glamour and Thrills of the Derby to take over Legacy Club, World’s Largest Sportsbook and Stadium Swim in Celebration of Iconic Horse Race
Grab your biggest hat, a Mint Julep and join Circa Resort & Casino for a celebration of the most exciting two minutes in sports. Patrons can experience all the grandeur of the derby without ever having to leave downtown Las Vegas as Legacy Club, the world’s largest sportsbook and Stadium Swim transform into the ultimate derby-viewing hotspots on May 4.
From thrilling race-viewing to an unlimited Mint Julep bar, Circa Resort & Casino is going big for the iconic horse race as they bring the derby-inspired celebrations to downtown.
Legacy Club’s Annual Derby Day Celebration
From the moment the gates open, guests will have a front-row seat to all of the horse-racing action 60 floors up with the return of Legacy Club’s annual Derby Day celebration.
Patrons can dress in their finest race-viewing attire, don a fabulous hat and immerse themselves in southern Derby Day traditions from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. at Circa’s luxurious rooftop lounge.
As guests overlook stunning views of the Las Vegas Valley, they’ll enjoy:
- Race Viewing: During the race, live audio will ensure attendees do not miss a minute of the race. High-definition TVs will be rolled into the venue for prime viewing of the race. Legacy Club will offer a variety of seating options for guests including plush couches or a table on the outdoor terrace.
- Derby Hat Contest – NEW this year: At Legacy Club, the fashion is as thrilling as the finish line itself. Festive racegoers can show off their biggest and best derby hat by competing in Legacy Club’s Derby Hat Contest where one winner and their fabulous sense of derby style will be awarded a $250 Legacy Club credit.
- Spritz & Mint Julep Bar: Patrons can enjoy an open bar with unlimited beer, wine, call spirits and select specialty cocktails. Additionally, they can quench their thirst at the spritz and Mint Julep bar – the best accompaniments for a day of classic race-viewing:
- Spritz Bar: Perfect for a hot, spring day, the drink is made with Aperol, prosecco and soda water.
- Mint Julep Bar: This iconic derby cocktail is composed of bourbon, sugar, mint and ice.
- Live Music: Live music will fill the venue and enhance the lively atmosphere of the celebration. Patrons can sing along to popular Derby Day top songs like “My Old Kentucky Home”, “Run For The Roses” and more.
- Derby-Inspired Bites: Racegoers can indulge in delectable hors d’oeuvres and derby-inspired bites as they cheer on their favorite horse and their appetite all in one place at this one-stop-shop rooftop viewing party.
Tickets to the party are $125 per person plus LET tax and can be purchased here. The event is open to guests 21+. Each ticket includes access to Derby Day and all event inclusions listed above.
Sportsbook Derby Day Delight
Guests can then giddy up and head on down to the world’s largest sportsbook for even more thrills as the race is broadcasted with full audio on the massive 78-million-pixel sportsbook screen. Viewers can catch the thrills of the race in a space that boasts stadium-style seating, luxury booths, tabletops and plush recliners.
Circa Sports will offer both pari-mutuel and fixed-odds betting on the derby for those who want to have their own “horse in the race” and potentially cash in on a piece of the most exciting two minutes in sports.
Any guest who places a wager of $25 or more on the Derby will receive a free Mint Julep, the bourbon cocktail best known for being the signature drink of the Derby.
Stadium Swim
Racegoers looking to cheer on their favorite jockey poolside can head on over to Stadium Swim beginning at 11 a.m. where the celebration will be in full swing all day. Guests can lounge poolside, reserve a private cabana or enjoy one of Stadium Swim’s comfortable seating arrangements that are all pointed directly at the action.
A true race-watching paradise, Stadium Swim features a massive high-resolution 40-foot-tall screen which will show the race with full audio.
Circa is a 21 and over destination. For more information on all the Derby Day thrills around property, click here.