Sat May 5, 3:00 PM - Sun May 6, 7:00 PM
Hello SWFL
Fort Myers, Fort Myers, FL 33907
Community: Fort Myers
Description
The first of its kind in Fort Myers, this Kentucky Derby-themed party & social event will be just the right mix of fun and flair for those who want to get "Down & Derby”!
Event Details
Down and Derby
The Down & Derby Party, hosted by HelloSWFL, will be held on the beautiful back lawn of the historic Heitman House with amazing views along the Caloosahatchee River, just a few blocks east of downtown Fort Myers.
Saturday May 5, 2018 3-7 pm
Expect the finest in fashion, food, and entertainment while taking in “The Most Exciting Two Minutes in Sports”. Be sure to dress to impress with the Hat & Dapper Contest, where we will award the top male and female partygoers who don out-of-this-world, derby attire and headwear.
We will have the best dressed and most stylist crowd for the Down & Derby Party. Join us for the Hat & Dapper contest where we will crown the best-dressed male and over the top female hat of the day.
Event Highlights
? Complimentary Valet Parking ? Swag Bags & Pint Glass Giveaways ? Complimentary Mint Julep at arrival ? Miniature Pony Photo Ops ? Music by DJ Manny C ? Hat & Dapper Contest for the Best-Dressed ? Passed Heavy Hors D’Oeuvres ? Derby Day Cocktails ? Lawn Games ? Live Broadcast of Race on Jumbo Screen ? Player’s Pool Live Derby Betting
Derby Sunset After Party
Our lodging sponsor, Hotel Indigo, has graciously offered to host a Derby Sunset After Party at their beautiful Rooftop Bar immediately following the party. Discounted King Leisure rooms are also available for partygoers at the discounted rate of $109.00 using the following Derby exclusive discount code: DND
Call the hotel at 239.337.3446 to make reservations using the group code: DND
About Valerie’s House
Net proceeds from this year’s Down & Derby Party will benefit Valerie’s House, a loving place for grieving families in Southwest Florida.
Valerie’s House is a special place for children and families who have experienced tragedy, loss or death, where they can come grieve with each other and learn how to cope with the death of a parent or sibling. For more information, visit www.ValeriesHouseSWFL.org for more information.
The Down & Derby Party, hosted by HelloSWFL, will be held on the beautiful back lawn of the historic Heitman House with amazing views along the Caloosahatchee River, just a few blocks east of downtown Fort Myers.
Saturday May 5, 2018 3-7 pm
Expect the finest in fashion, food, and entertainment while taking in “The Most Exciting Two Minutes in Sports”. Be sure to dress to impress with the Hat & Dapper Contest, where we will award the top male and female partygoers who don out-of-this-world, derby attire and headwear.
We will have the best dressed and most stylist crowd for the Down & Derby Party. Join us for the Hat & Dapper contest where we will crown the best-dressed male and over the top female hat of the day.
Event Highlights
? Complimentary Valet Parking ? Swag Bags & Pint Glass Giveaways ? Complimentary Mint Julep at arrival ? Miniature Pony Photo Ops ? Music by DJ Manny C ? Hat & Dapper Contest for the Best-Dressed ? Passed Heavy Hors D’Oeuvres ? Derby Day Cocktails ? Lawn Games ? Live Broadcast of Race on Jumbo Screen ? Player’s Pool Live Derby Betting
Derby Sunset After Party
Our lodging sponsor, Hotel Indigo, has graciously offered to host a Derby Sunset After Party at their beautiful Rooftop Bar immediately following the party. Discounted King Leisure rooms are also available for partygoers at the discounted rate of $109.00 using the following Derby exclusive discount code: DND
Call the hotel at 239.337.3446 to make reservations using the group code: DND
About Valerie’s House
Net proceeds from this year’s Down & Derby Party will benefit Valerie’s House, a loving place for grieving families in Southwest Florida.
Valerie’s House is a special place for children and families who have experienced tragedy, loss or death, where they can come grieve with each other and learn how to cope with the death of a parent or sibling. For more information, visit www.ValeriesHouseSWFL.org for more information.