It’s time to get out your snazziest suits, most daring dresses and captivating coordinating hats to sip on minty mint juleps – it’s Derby Day in Kentucky, and Las Vegas is celebrating, as well, the greatest two minutes in sports. Let the roses run!

Al Solito Posto in Tivoli Village

Kentucky Derby Party on May 2: The annual party is from 3-11 p.m. with festive attire and a best-dressed contest. A themed menu of small bites includes oysters, deviled eggs, crispy calamari, fried squash blossoms, Nonna’s meatballs, fried lasagna bites, chicken Parmesan sliders and Margherita and Diavolo pizzas. Cocktails included the Mint Julep, Brown Derby, Boulevardier and Corsa Verde. More: AlSolito.com

Circa in Downtown Las Vegas

Derby Watch Party on May 2: Celebrate Derby Day in true Southern style with Derby hats (pictured in the main photo and four following photos), mint juleps, themed bites, live music and the race on multiple screens at Legacy Club atop Circa. At Stadium Swim: Watch the race with full audio from cabanas, daybeds and more on the 143-foot screen. Reservations are recommended. More: CircaLasVegas.com

Doberman Drawing Room in DTLV

It’s “Derby at Doberman,” an afternoon affair with live music, cocktails, food and raffle from 2-5 p.m. May 2. Derby-inspired attire is required and enforced. Tickets starting at $85.91 are available on Doberman’s website. Mixologist Juyoung Kang will offer Thoroughbred Julep, Contender, Run for the Roses and 2 Minutes. Plus live jazz from Patrick Hogan and a three-piece band and a raffle benefiting Local Equine Assistance Network. More: DobermanDTLV.com

Eight Lounge at Resorts World

Eight Lounge is hosting a Derby Day viewing party on May 2. Doors open at noon, with the main race beginning at 4 p.m. Reservations are recommended. Eight Lounge will put a modern twist on the classic cocktail with the Maker’s Mark Mint Julep for $16, and there is a raffle for a five-pack of the Romeo & Juliet Derby Cigar. More: EightLoungeLV.com 

Honey Salt in Summerlin

For Kentucky Derby weekend on May 2, guests are invited to enjoy a brunch featuring bourbon, bold fashion and the annual Derby Hat Contest, where one winner receives a $100 Honey Salt gift card. Enjoy Mint Juleps made with Elijah Craig bourbon ($15) and seasonal brunch favorites, including warm buttermilk biscuits served with pimento cheese. More: HoneySalt.com

Juliet Cocktail Room at The Venetian

Kentucky Derby Watch Party and Derby Contest on May 2: Doors open at 10 a.m., and a watch party is from 2-5 p.m. Guests are encouraged to dress to impress for a Best Dressed Derby Contest, with $1,000 prizes awarded to one male and one female winner, alongside $50 bottomless champagne and Mint Juleps from 2-4 p.m.. Special cocktails: Georgia Peach, Hanky Lanky and Camp Fire. More: JulietCocktailRoom.com 

Nicco’s Prime Meats & Fish at Durango Casino & Resort

Continuing Nicco’s Patio Series with a Derby Day celebration on May 2, guests will be welcomed to Nicco’s patio for a race-day experience featuring Woodford Reserve cocktails, giveaways, a chance to win a prize for best Derby attire and bites including a Pimento Cheese Sandwich, Salumi and Crudites, Crispy Short Rib Croquettes and Caprese Skewers. Tickets are $100; event is 21+. Click here for more details and to purchase tickets. More: DurangoResort.com 

South Point Hotel, Casino & Spa

A full day of festivities inside South Point Exhibit Hall on May 2. Doors open at 9 a.m.. Events include a Kentucky Derby Hat Contest at 2 p.m., and categories include Most Elegant, Best Horse-Themed, Best Fascinator or Fedora and Best Overall. South Point will host a handicapping seminar on Friday, May 1, at 6:30 p.m. in the Grandview Lounge with Ralph Siraco, Jon Lindo and Jon Hardoon. More: SouthPointCasino.com

The Kentucky Derby airs on NBC and Peacock; check local listings.