THE
PREMIER
Derby Night
Derby Night
A curated, Derby 152 signature experience hosted at The Louisville Palace on Saturday, May 2, 2026. This high-impact cultural event blends red-carpet elegance, luxury ambiance, premium entertainment, and influential guests into one unforgettable evening.
Designed for taste makers, executives, entrepreneurs, athletes, and cultural leaders, The Derby Premier offers sponsors meaningful brand exposure through immersive sponsorship integrations and direct access to an elite audience.
Positioned to become Louisville’s premier upscale Derby Weekend tradition, The Derby Premier unites culture, entertainment, and influence in a signature celebration that defines the city’s most iconic weekend.
An Elite Collective Production.
JERMAINE DUPRI
Celebrity Guest DJ
With over 400 million records sold, Jermaine Dupri is a Songwriters Hall of Fame inductee and one of the most successful producers in music. He has built a dynamic career as an artist, producer, songwriter, DJ, and founder of So So Def. A chart-topping hitmaker, he has earned a Grammy and major honors including the ASCAP Golden Note Award and Billboard’s Otis Redding Excellence Award. Dupri has collaborated with top artists like Usher, Mariah Carey, and Jay Z, and also launched his So So Vegan dairy-free dessert line available at Walmart nationwide.
LARENZ TATE
Celebrity Host
Larenz Tate is an acclaimed actor known for his powerful performances in film and television. He rose to fame with standout roles in Menace II Society and Love Jones, becoming a defining presence in 90s Black cinema. Throughout his career, he has showcased his range in projects like Power, Ray, and Crash. Tate continues to captivate audiences with his talent, consistency, and lasting impact on the culture.
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