With the most famous horse race in the world taking place today, there are two horse-related events occurring in Carson Valley.
A Kentucky Derby party to benefit nonprofit Healing Arenas is 2 p.m. in Gardnerville.
Hosted at Circle S Western Market, 1506 Main St., tickets for the fundraiser are $30.
Healing Arena’s Julie Baker said that the event will have a full bar featuring mint juleps and finger foods.
“We’re having a small raffle, but even more fun is learning to bet horseracing (via www.tvg.com) on our cellphones, and a derby hat contest for both men and women,” Baker said.
Post time for the 148th annual Derby is 3:45 p.m.
More information is available at www.healingarenas.org/
Fitzpatrick Performance Horses’ Meet an Arabian Horse Day event 11 a.m.- 1 p.m. at Cutter Ridge Ranch, 1350 State Route 88, Minden. The event will include performances, information about the ranch, horses and more, an Arabian Horse Kissing booth and photos. Prizes and giveaways available, including a chance to win free riding lessons. For more information, 775-721-13855.
