Winner’s Circle – Kentucky Derby Event & Whiskey Tasting
Watch the final races at Churchill Downs while sampling bourbon & whiskey cocktails and a curated menu in our exclusive Kentucky Derby tasting. Snap insta-worthy pics in our photo areas, dance to a live DJ and roving entertainers, enter to win a trip to Bourbon & Beyond 2026 in Kentucky and join our hat contest!
Your Ticket Includes:
- General Admission: Includes unlimited tasting from vendors, 1 dessert item and access to space/photo op areas
- Designated Driver: includes 1 dessert item and access to space/photo op areas (excluding alcohol samples from vendors)
For guests who do not wish to participate in the Winners Circle Tasting Event and only watch/place bets on the races – they are able to do so at different locations on property and watch the races and place their bets for free.
Tickets MUST be purchased to participate in the tasting event.
Offerings subject to change. To enter the Winner’s Circle - Kentucky Derby Event & Whiskey Tasting, you must be at least 21 years of age with a valid, state-issued form of identification, a valid passport, or a valid United States military identification card. By entering this Event the Guest assumes all risk of injury to him/herself or his/her property. Foxwoods disclaims any liability for injuries and/or property damage. Non-compliance to venue and MPTN rules and policies could result in immediate expulsion of the event with no refund. All ticket sales are final and non-refundable. Last entry is at 7:15PM. Last pour is at 7:30PM.
No Shopping Bags or Backpacks Permitted. All Bags Subject to Search.
7:15PM
7:30PM
FAQ
Saturday, May 2, 2026 | 5PM-8PM
The event will be held in the Rainmaker Expo Center. Best parking location is the Rainmaker Garage.
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Early Bird GA - $25
Tuesday, March 3rd at 12pm-Thursday, March 26th at 11:59pm
Includes unlimited tasting from vendors, 1 dessert item and access to space/photo op areas
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GA - $35
Friday, March 27th at 12am-May 2nd at 6pm
Includes unlimited tasting from vendors, 1 dessert item and access to space/photo op areas
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Designated Driver - $20
Price does not change at any time
Includes 1 dessert item, and access to space/photo op areas – no alcohol samples
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Me + 3 Deals valid for both Early Bird & Regular GA Time Periods (not valid on DD tickets)
Buy 3 tickets, get 1 free
Tickets can be purchased online at foxwoods.com or in person at the Premier Theater/Great Cedar Showroom Box Offices (in-person sales only available on show days when the corresponding Box Office is open). Day of Event: Cash Sales Box Office will be open outside the Rainmaker Expo Center (4p-7p) and Comp Ticket Pick-up at WINNERS (3p-7p)
- Access to event space and watch party from 5PM–8PM at the Rainmaker Expo Center, including hat contest and photo op areas.
- Includes 1 dessert item from the food menu.
- Unlimited drink samples from our vendors – please sample responsibly!
- The chance to win incredible prices - including a trip to Bourbon & Beyond 2026 in Louisville, Kentucky! In order to win the Grand Prize, you must be present at the event to claim your prize in person
No – there is no VIP ticket for this event
Yes - to enter the event, you must be at least 21 years of age with a valid, state-issued form of identification, a valid passport, or a valid United States military identification card.
Yes – the designated driver ticket includes 1 dessert item, and access to space/photo op areas – no alcohol samples.
Yes, there will be a cash bar in the event space with specialty drinks, but you cannot purchase anything directly from the vendors.
Yes, there will be betting windows inside the ballroom and throughout property.
Yes, there is 1 dessert item of your choice included in your ticket and you will be able to purchase additional food on-site. No outside food or beverages will be allowed in.
Yes, there will be a DJ, roving entertainment, photo op areas, and hat contest. Guests will also have a chance to win a trip to Bourbon & Beyond 2026
Pick-up for comp guests will be day-of event at WINNERS, pick-up time will be cut-off at 7PM, and please make note that no one will be granted entry into the event after 7:15PM.
Pick-up for radio/social winners will be day-of event at WINNERS, pick-up time will be cut-off at 7PM, and please make note that no one will be granted entry into the event after 7:15PM.
