Celebrate Derby Day in Philadelphia with Viewing Parties, Food Specials and Juleps!

Off to the races! Looking for some Kentucky Derby plans? Check out these options!

1) PJ Clarke’s Philadelphia
The Curtis Building / 601 Walnut St, Philadelphia, PA 19106
PJ Clarke’s Philadelphia at The Curtis Building (601 Walnut Street) will host a special Kentucky Derby Viewing Party and all day specials through the end of the race. Ladies and gentleman of Philadelphia are invited to the grand sweeping bar in Old City and Historic Philadelphia for a special $8 menu of exclusive Derby dishes including Pimento Cheese Spread on Toast Points, Kentucky Pecan Pie (empanada style), Rib and Slaw (1/4 rack ribs) and Jalapeno Corn Hushpuppies. From the bar look for Mint Juleps on special $10. The Derby will be on for viewing on PJ Clarke’s giant television walls behind the bar. The vibe is perfect for the occasion for those wanting to get dressed up for a more swanky day on the town for the Derby – with the handsome wooden bar with red leather bar stools, dark woods and historic art and photo pieces surrounding. Wear your favorite fascinator or Derby hat – or come as you are.

2) DBG
1311 Sansom St, Philadelphia, PA 19107
Head to DBG in Center City and Midtown Village for Derby Day with food and drink theme specials, and the Derby on the televisions.
KDB (Kentucky Derby Burger)
8 oz creekstone farm black angus beef, american cheese, pimento cheese sauce, bacon, bourbon onions, biscuit bun
Kentucky Mint Julep
bourbon, blueberry, mint, lavender

3) Craftsman Row Saloon
112 S 8th St, Philadelphia, PA 19107
Head to the famous Jeweler’s Row restaurant and bar for Derby Day with the following specials, plus the game on the televisions around the bar and dining room.
Prize Ribbon Milkshake
local mint chocolate chip ice cream, prize ribbon brownie , derby hat cookie, festive sprinkles
Bourbon Maple Glazed Wings
Spicy Chicken tenders with biscuit
Blue Grass Mule
bourbon, ginger beer, lime, mint
Run for the Roses Julep
bourbon, strawberry, mint, rosewater

4) Parx Casino
2999 Street Rd, Bensalem, PA 19020
Parx Racing at Parx East Presents: Kentucky Derby Day
Gates open at Parx: 10:00am, First live post: 12:40pm
Experience the thrill of live thoroughbred racing and watch the Kentucky Derby action on the giant in-field television. Enjoy our picnic grove. Family Fun from 12pm – 5pm in the Picnic Grove featuring pony rides, moon bounces, face painters, and more. Plus, live Music by Fish Out of Water from 1pm – 5pm, food & beverage specials, souvenir merchandise, and much more. Must be 18 or older to wager at Parx Racing® and must be 21 or older to gamble.

5) Founding Father’s Philadelphia
1612 South St, Philadelphia, PA 19146
Head to the South Street staple Founding Father’s for Derby Day with the Kentucky Derby on the big screens with the sound on and $8 mint julep specials all day!

6) Thirsty Dice
1642 Fairmount Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19130
Thirsty Dice will feature a special Mint Julep Boozy Shake for the Day with Bassetts Mint Chocolate Ice Cream, Bassets Vanilla Ice Cream, Bourbon and Mint Leaves.

7) Brauhaus Schmitz
718 South St, Philadelphia, PA 19147
While Maifest takes over the street, head inside to catch the Kentucky Derby on the big screens throughout the bar and Brauer Bund. Come cheer on the winners with the thousands of people in attendance that day! And don’t forget to check out Maifest – the city’s largest German spring celebration with German beer, dancing and the city’s largest Maypole.