A Night at the Races
An unforgettable Derby-style evening supporting local children in Cocoa Beach
Why This Night Matters
Every ticket purchased helps provide weekend meal packs to local children facing food insecurity. The Children’s Hunger Project serves students right here in Brevard County, ensuring they return to school on Monday nourished and ready to learn.
Proceeds also go to Josh the Otter water safety program, and the Cocoa Beach High School career and technical education program.
When you attend A Night at the Races, you’re not just enjoying an evening out — you’re directly impacting local families.
What’s Included
Derby Inspired Hat Contest
Bring your best hat (or go big). Prizes + bragging rights.
Video Horse Races & Friendly Competition
Pick your horses, place your bets (with “funny money”), and cheer.
Heavy Appetizers Included
Come hungry. Stay for the races.
Mint Juleps, Cocktails & Community Fun
A classic Derby vibe — with Cocoa Beach energy.
General Admission
- Entry to the event
- Heavy appetizers included + 1 drink ticket
- Racing program
- Starter “Funny Money”
Tip: tables are a great way to bring friends and keep your group together.
Buy a Horse for $10!
- Name your horse
- Name shows on race program
- Extra funny money with horse purchase
- Recognition during the event
Great for friendly rivalries and bigger prize-basket runs.
Partner with Us!
Local businesses can make a meaningful impact while donating gift cards or in-kind donations for our prize basket.
Race Sponsor – $1,000
(only one left!)
Top visibility during the event.
$500 Sponsors
- Cooler of Cheer
- Hat Contest Sponsor
- Photography Sponsor
Sponsored
- Program Sponsor
- DJ Sponsor
- Mint Julep Wall
Local Artists
Original Paintings
Meet local creators and bid on one-of-a-kind pieces.
Fused Glass Horses
Unique event-themed art and collectibles.
Print and Mixed Media
Great gifts — and all for a great cause.
Meet the Artists!
Support local talent while supporting local kids.
Grab Your Friends. Wear Your Best Hat.
Change a local child’s weekend and life!
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