I have always been a fan of big hats. I grew up playing in my grandmother Katherine Johnson’s hat box as a kid. She wore a hat to church every Sunday and I idolized her… Hats can make you feel chic, cool, or  just like a lady. Here are my favorite picks for Kentucky Derby Style hats. Some are pricey and one is really affordable and came from Target. Need plans today? Lone Star Park in Grand Prairie will be hosting a Kentucky Style Derby Event.

Watch, wager and win on the 138th running of the  Churchill Downs
in the festive setting in Grand Prairie, Texas.  All fans in attendance are encouraged to
enter the for a chance to win one of two for “The Most Creative” and
“The Most Stylish” hats. Three additional hats will receive an
“Honorable Mention” prize. Must be 21 years of age or older to
participate.

In addition to the races, enjoy live music featuring the in the
Courtyard of Champions Stage from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. and bounce houses,
pony rides, and a petting zoo in the

_*Complete Kentucky Derby Hat contest rules available online _

Saturday, May 5

10:30 a.m. – Gates Open

1:35 p.m. – Live Racing begins

3:00 p.m. – Kentucky Derby Best Hat Contest Judging

5:24 pm. – Approximate time of live Kentucky Derby simulcast

Lone Star Park at Grand Prairie

1000 Lone Star Parkway

Grand Prairie, TX 75050

972-263-RACE (7223)