A Day at the Derby Experience

Saturday, May 3, 2025 from 4:00-9:00 pm

You’re invited to a Kentucky Derby themed fundraiser to celebrate “The Greatest Two Minutes in Sports” with a variety of specialty Derby-style foods and a signature cocktail. Attendees can participate in a Derby outfit contest, a silent auction, 50/50 raffle, and a group watching of this year’s famed horse race.

All ticket sales will support special projects at the Westerville Public Library like 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten and the Summer Reading Challenge.

Location: North High Brewing (Beer Garden)
Address: 250 S State St, Westerville, OH 43081
Cost: $75 per person (includes food & 1 drink ticket)

This event is for adults (18+ only). Attendance limited to 150.

Silent Auction Sponsors

Accommodations can be made in advance for guests with dietary restrictions. For more information, contact hello@westervillelibraryfoundation.org.

  • Andy’s Frame Setting

  • Foundation Board Member Brent Mackey

  • Franklin Park Conservatory & Botanical Gardens

  • Hocking Hills Adventures

  • Meza Winery

  • Northstar Cafe

  • Ohio State Fair

  • Ohio Wine Producers Association

  • Thriftbooks

  • Westerville Florist

FAQs

Is there a rain location? Attendance is capped at 150 to allow for attendees to move from the Beer Garden to inside North High Brewing for rain cover.

What is your refund policy? As a nonprofit 501c3 organization, we do not offer refunds on event tickets or sponsorships for events. If an event is postponed, your tickets and sponsorships will be transferred to the new date. If an event is cancelled, you may be entitled to a refund and will be contacted for options.

Can accommodations be made for guests with disabilities? Special arrangements may be available upon request. Please contact us with at least 5 days advance notice at hello@westervillelibraryfoundation.org.

My kid loves horses! Do you have any recommendations for books about horses we can read? Yes! Please see this list.