Ferdinand's Ball was held last night at the Frazier International History Museum. In its sophomore year, the goal was to slim down their expenses to maximize fundraising for the ever important Old Friends Farm, which rescues retired thoroughbreds, saving them from the likes of the glue factory.
Last year was the first for Ferdinand's Ball and this year they are coming back with a fresh face. This Oaks Eve fundraiser falls directly on Cinco de Mayo and the organizers have not let that go unnoticed. How many other Derby Parties will have a Margarita Bar?
Derby Week is marked by an impressive slate of extremely festive social events ranging from campouts like the Hillbilly Infield, to the most celebrated party of them all, the Barnstable Brown Gala.
Most Derby parties function as a fundraiser for different animal friendly charities, but some are just a pay-at-the-door affair. In either case, the atmosphere should be festive and the drinks a bit on the strong side . . . Derby only comes once a year.
In the lead photo Miss Kentucky, Mallory Ervin, crowns Alison Mongiardo, Kentucky's second lady, for fun in the VIP lounge at Ferdinan's Ball. (For my write up about the party, see Ferdiand's Ball hosted by Maria Menounos).
Miss Kentucky Mallory Ervin
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