My Old Kentucky Home BBQ

Celebrate Kentucky at the My Old Kentucky Barbeque on Sunday, May 3, 2026, following the 152nd Kentucky Derby! Held at My Old Kentucky Home State Park, guests have access to designated parking at the park, The Stephen Foster Drama, and the Justice Center, with shuttles running to the Visitor Center entrance.

From 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM, enjoy a complimentary cocktail from the Mint Julep & Lily bar on the Veranda, along with a savory cup of Kentucky Burgoo. Live music starts at 11:00 AM under the Rotunda, with The Crashers performing from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM.

Food trucks from across the region will offer barbeque for purchase, and a beer and spirits garden will add to the festive atmosphere.

Upgrade to a VIP ticket and enjoy a full VIP BBQ experience, including a full BBQ meal and open bar, in addition to all General Admission perks.

Tickets: $35 adults, $20 children (ages 5–20). VIP tickets are $125 (limited availability).

General Admission ticket includes:

• Welcome Cocktail (11am-1pm)
• Bowl of Burgoo
• Live Music from The Good Folks and Kaleb Cecil
• Headlining performance by The Crashers

VIP experience includes:

• Exclusive access to the Carriage House, Garden Patio & VIP Tent
• Comfortable upgraded seating
• Exclusive small bites + full BBQ meal under the VIP Food Tent
• Premium Open Bar featuring allocated, hard-to-find spirits from Heaven Hill Distillery

Don’t miss this opportunity to celebrate Kentucky’s rich culinary heritage in style!