It's time to bring out your big brims and fancy trims because it's derby time! Join us to enjoy the festivities, and
come prepared to show up in style during our derby celebration.
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Derby Weekend
May 05, 2023 - May 07, 2023
May 05, 2023
1:00 AM -
11:55 PM
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May 05, 2023
Grab a friend and join in the fun with large legos and life-sized games
Location: Pool Field Derby WeekendAdd to my calendar
Calling all campground kids! Join us on the Pool Field for a variety of games and races.
Location: Pool Field Derby WeekendAdd to my calendar
Matt's Family/Taste the Love Food Truck will be back. Grab some dinner between field games and movie night!
Location: In front of Pavilion Derby WeekendAdd to my calendar
Gather the family and join us for a movie on the big screen. Weather permitting we will be on pool field, otherwise in the Pavilion.
Location: Pool Field/Pavilion Derby WeekendAdd to my calendar
May 06, 2023
Kids and Adults can all come out to make your own decorative, over-the-top derby hat or fascinator. Perfect to wear to the Derby Party later in the day!
Location: Craft Center Derby WeekendAdd to my calendar
Kids will want to make their own pony for use in Sunday's Run for the Roses!
Location: Craft Center Derby WeekendAdd to my calendar
Mac's Cafe Food Truck is pulling in! Grab some dinner on your way in to the pavilion to watch the Kentucky Derby!
Location: In Front of Pavilion Derby WeekendAdd to my calendar
Riders up! Show us your Derby style with your hats, fascinators, or even a jockey costume if you have one. A prize will be given to the best dressed and we're all sure to have some fun cheering on our chosen horses.
Location: Pavilion Derby WeekendAdd to my calendar
May 07, 2023
Ease in to your Sunday morning with some laughs and creativity.
Location: Pavilion Derby WeekendAdd to my calendar
Bring Your Horse Craft from Saturday and get ready to run. Not a kid or runner? We still need a cheering squad to see will be the fastest kid jockey at Sun Retreats Avalon!
Location: Meet outside the Pavilion Derby WeekendAdd to my calendar
A new food truck to try: Hook or Land is pulling in.
Location: In Front of Pavilion Derby WeekendAdd to my calendar