Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.®
Eta Rho Omega Chapter
Derby Day in the South Bay
Step into style at Derby Day in the South Bay - one of our newest and most anticipated signature events! Hosted by Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.® Eta Rho Omega Chapter in conjunction with the Ivy Rose Community Foundation, Inc.®, this annual celebration brings Southern charm to Silicon Valley, with proceeds benefiting our scholarship program.
2026 Derby Day Event
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As one of our newest signature events, Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.® Eta Rho Omega Chapter, in conjunction with the Ivy Rose Community Foundation, Inc.®, proudly presents our annual Derby Day in the South Bay event - a celebration of style, elegance, and community impact.
Step into your best derby fashion and enjoy an afternoon filled with live races, fabulous hat contests, games, music, dancing, and more!
Proceeds from this stylish affair benefit our scholarship program, supporting the next generation of scholars.
Save the Date!
Saturday, May 2, 2026
We’re bringing the iconic Kentucky Derby experience right here to the South Bay!
Join us for an unforgettable day filled with:
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Elevated food & beverage offerings
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Live race viewing
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Best-in-Show hat contest
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Music, entertainment & vibrant vibes
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Exclusive cigar lounge
Come ready to network, celebrate, and enjoy an event that seamlessly blends timeless Derby tradition with modern local flair.
VIP Guests receive complimentary wine tasting, preferred seating, a raffle entry, and exclusive perks throughout the day.
Tickets
Early Bird Special (now until March 1, 2026)
VIP Admission
*nominal service fee added to ticket price
Proceeds will benefit IRCF scholarships and community outreach programs.
Kentucky Derby attire or fashionable shades of pink encouraged.
Age 21 and up.