Farmington Historic Plantation and Copper & Kings American Brandy Co. present the Derby Social - a lively food, drink and music event Tuesday, May 3 from 6 to 10 p.m. At the updated pre-Derby party, local restaurants Royals Hot Chicken, Chef Maria’s Greek Deli, Fontleroy’s, Kingsley’s and Burning Bush Grille will compete for the best Kentucky Derby dish voted on by attendees and paired with Copper & Kings’ signature Ride the Mule™ cocktail. The Juggernaut Jug Band will perform live and local makers will sell their wares at an artisan market. The cost is $50 per person. All proceeds benefit Farmington Historic Plantation. Tickets are available online: farmingtonhistoricplantation.org.

The Derby Social will take place outside, rain or shine, in Farmington’s picturesque gardens on the vast plantation that has been part of Kentucky history since 1816, located at 3033 Bardstown Rd. Tastings from all three chefs and Copper & Kings’ Ride the Mule™ cocktail are included in the ticket price. A cash bar will serve craft beer and wine.