Hutson Alley Derby Affair

Guests can sip on mint juleps and other Derby-inspired cocktails while enjoying the live race broadcast on the Coast patio.

Hutson Alley is hosting a Derby Party with mint juleps, hors d’oeuvres and racing fun. Get ready to don your finest hats and bow ties as Hutson Alley transforms into the ultimate Derby Day celebration! On Saturday, May 3, from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m., guests are invited to experience an unforgettable Kentucky Derby Party featuring live race action, festive cocktails highlighting local spirits from Firefly Distillery, and Southern-inspired bites from Coast Bar & Grill.

This exclusive $30 ticketed event includes:

• One welcome Mint Julep featuring Live Straight Bourbon Whiskey from Firefly Distillery to kick off the festivities
• Heavy passed “Horse” d’Oeuvres crafted by Coast Bar & Grill
• One Raffle Ticket for a chance to win exciting prizes 
• Plus Best Hat, Best Dressed Duo & Best Bow Tie Contests

Guests can sip on mint juleps and other Derby-inspired cocktails while enjoying the live race broadcast on the Coast patio. Whether you're a seasoned racing fan or just here for the fashion and fun, this event is your perfect way to celebrate the “Run for the Roses” in true Southern style. Coast Bar and Grill and Charleston’s Smallest Bar will be open for additional food and drink purchases.

Tickets are limited — don’t miss your chance to join Charleston’s most stylish Derby celebration! Coast Bar & Grill is located at 39D John Street on Hutson Alley. It is in between 39 Rue de Jean and Victor’s Seafood & Steak. For more details and to purchase tickets, visiteventbrite.Questions can be emailed to marketing@holycityhospitality.com
 

About Hutson Alley

Hutson Alley is a historic winding pathway between John and Hutson Streets in downtown Charleston. Adorned with fig ivy, vintage lanterns and palmetto trees, the alley is home to five Holy City Hospitality establishments including the famed 39 Rue de Jean, Coast Bar and Grill, Charleston’s Smallest Bar, Victor’s Seafood & Steak, and Vincent Chicco’s. Also located adjacent to the alley on the corner of Hutson and King Streets is Virginia’s on King. 

About Holy City Hospitality

Founded in 2001 by Michael Bennett, Holy City Hospitality is one of Charleston’s largest locally-owned hospitality companies dedicated to inspiring memorable experiences through inventive ingredients and gracious service. Holy City Hospitality consists of 39 Rue de Jean, Coast Bar and Grill, Vincent Chicco’s, and Victor’s Seafood & Steak, all located on Hutson Alley. The alley is a quaint hidden gem in the heart of Charleston’s peninsula, with Virginia’s on King just around the corner. Additional establishments include Good Food Catering and the Historic Rice Mill, a waterfront event space in downtown Charleston. For more information, call or visitholycityhospitality.com.