The Kentucky Derby at the Red Derby, Saturday It’s that time of year to break out elaborate headwear and guzzle mint juleps by the glassful.
Kentucky Derby time, to be more precise.
This Saturday marks the 137th Kentucky Derby, one of the great horse races and the first leg of the Triple Crown. To celebrate, the Red Derby in D.C. is hosting it’s Derby and the Derby party.
“The idea is to get the vibe of the Derby as if you were in Kentucky,” said Red Derby co-owner Sasha Carter. “Everyone gets into it.”
Starting at 11, the Red Derby will host a brunch, complete with $2 mimosas, Bloody Marys and Harvey Wallbangers; and, yes, $5 mint juleps. The race is scheduled to start around 6 p.m. and will be shown on a big screen. The bar will also serve something they call Derby Pie for dessert.
“Even if you don’t like sports, you can watch the last two minutes of the game and it will still be exciting to you,” Carter said. “It’s the adrenaline rush of who is going to win.”
Carter encourages patrons to where a big hat, in the tradition of the Kentucky Derby.
“It’s like going to a Halloween party,” she said.
When: Brunch starts at 11 a.m., race is at 6 p.m.
Info: redderby.com
Comedian David Coulier at the Arlington Cinema N Drafthouse, Friday and Saturday
Yes, you know this name as Joey from “Full House” 20 years ago, but he’s also an accomplished standup comedian. This weekend, he’s performing “clean,” family-friendly shows at the Drafthouse, in time for Mother’s Day.
When: 7:30 p.m. Friday; 7:30 and 9:55 p.m. Saturday
Info: $23; arlingtondrafthouse.com
‘Coneheads’ at the Rosslyn Outdoor Film Festival, Friday
Each Friday all summer, Rosslyn features a different outdoor movie at Gateway Park. The theme this year is “SNL in the Movies,” highlighting “Saturday Night Live” alumni in film. This Friday, it’s “Coneheads,” starring Dan Aykroyd, Jane Curtin, Chris Farley, David Spade and others.
When: Friday night at dusk
Info: Free; rosslynva.org
European Union Embassies’ Open Houses, Saturday
As a kickoff to European Union Week, spend this Saturday visiting the embassies of members of the EU. Enjoy food, dance, music and more. Free shuttle service. See the website for details.
When: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday.
Info: Free; europe-in-dc.com
White Ford Bronco at Tortoise & Hare, Saturday
Long live the ’90s. And if bands like White Ford Bronco (get the reference?) have their way, the music will never die. Catch this act in Crystal City, and maybe they’ll resurrect some Blind Melon or Breeders.
When: 10:30 p.m. Saturday.
Info: No cover; tortoiseandharebar.com
