The Race for the Roses will be under way this May 3rd at the Moss Mansion. Come enjoy the excitement of the Kentucky Derby on our beautiful grounds while you watch the races on the big screen. The day will be filled with mint juleps, lovely appetizers, and a lot of horse racing fun. But don’t forget – the day would not be complete without a little hat contest, so come dressed in your best with a “fascinator” to beat the rest! On Derby Day come and enjoy the closest thing to the Churchill Downs experience Billings has to offer!

The grounds will open at 2:00 pm and remain open until the end of the final race, come at your leisure. Your reservation includes one mint julep and appetizers. Additional drinks will be available for purchase. You will be able to enjoy the races on the big screen under our event tent. The day will be filled with plenty of racing excitement be sure to join our Calcutta and place your bet on your favorite horse! All the information about the fun things to do will be at our check-in table.

The final race will have our “Calcutta Silent Auction,” bids will be placed from 2:00 – 3:30 for your chance to win! See you at the races!

*Proceeds from Moss Mansion activities fund all daily operations and preservation work at the museum.*