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The Kentucky Derby showcases extravagant hats and fashion on May 2, despite chilly temperatures. Fans celebrate the event with unique chapeaus, including equine-themed designs.
The Kentucky Derby brings out the best in 3-year-old horses and the elite in fashion. On top, um, of everything would be the hats the fans wear to Churchill Downs on the first Saturday in May. There are people who celebrate The Run for the Roses with their chapeaus. Other people pay homage to the horses who run in the first leg of the Triple Crown with equine-themed hats. On May 2, it felt more like autumn with the temperatures in the mid-50s. However, that didn't have people donning fancy jackets. Hats remained the statement of the day.
The Kentucky Derby brings out the best in 3-year-old horses and the elite in fashion. On top, um, of everything would be the hats the fans wear to Churchill Downs on the first Saturday in May.
There are people who celebrate The Run for the Roses with their chapeaus. Other people pay homage to the horses who run in the first leg of the Triple Crown with equine-themed hats.
On May 2, it felt more like autumn with the temperatures in the mid-50s. However, that didn't have people donning fancy jackets. Hats remained the statement of the day.
Savannah Keen from Louisville holds onto her hat while watching races in the infield ahead of the 152nd running of the Kentucky Derby at Churchill Downs.
An attendee wears a funny hat during the 152nd running of the Kentucky Derby.
An attendee sports a decorated hat as he arrives to the 152nd running of the Kentucky Derby.
An attendee sports a decorated hat as he arrives to the 152nd running of the Kentucky Derby.
A woman wears a hat decorated with toy horses ahead of the running of the 152th Kentucky Derby.
Carrie Ketterman of Corydon, Indiana wore a 19th-century inspired dress and hat.
Kathleen Kenneally wheres a hat at the 152nd Kentucky Derby in Louisville on Saturday, May 2, 2026.
Daryn Ogilvie, right, and her mother Jennifer Kurtz after the first race on Saturday morning at the 2026 Kentucky Derby at Churchill Downs. The two are at the Derby for the first time.May 2, 2026.
Influencer Marissa Ayers and New York Giants quarterback Jaxson Dart on the Kentucky Derby red carpet Saturday.
Influencer Brooke Johnson on the Kentucky Derby red carpet Saturday. May 02, 2026
A derby hat adorned with feathers at the 152nd Kentucky Derby in Louisville on Saturday, May 2, 2026.
Leisha Crumpton of Winfield, Alabama, wears a colorful Derby hat during the 152nd Kentucky Derby at Churchill Downs on May 2, 2026.
Unique hats and looks at the 2026 Kentucky Derby at Churchill Downs. May 2, 2026.
Unique hats and looks at the 2026 Kentucky Derby at Churchill Downs. May 2, 2026.
Laine Dyson of Louisiana wears a self-decorated butterfly-themed hat to the 152nd Kentucky Derby at Churchill Downs on May 2, 2026.
A couple made their way to their seats in the grandstand of Churchill Downs on Kentucky Derby Day. May 2, 2026
Renee Williams wears a Derby Hat at the 152nd Kentucky Derby in Louisville on Saturday, May 2, 2026.
A woman wears a red rose swan hat during the 152nd Kentucky Derby at Churchill Downs on May 2, 2026.
Emma Brack from Houston smiles for a photo in her derby hat during the 152nd running of the Kentucky Derby at Churchill Downs.
Unique hat at the 2026 Kentucky Derby at Churchill Downs. May 2, 2026.
Louisvillian Christelle Braun had a peacock fascinator while she attended the 2026 Kentucky Derby at Churchill Downs.
Tanya Seymour of Georgia paused under the grandstand as she attends the 2026 Kentucky Derby at Churchill Downs. May 2, 2026.
Annie Graeter, left, and Shannon Sherrard, right, wore hats shaped like cherries in ice cream cups to Churchill Downs own Kentucky Derby Day.
Matthew Griffin reached to adjust his top hat.
Carrie Ketterman laughs while she attends the 2026 Kentucky Derby with her husband Jeff at Churchill Downs.
Musician Richie Sambora on the Kentucky Derby red carpet Saturday. May 02, 2026
North Carolina Tar Heels coach Bill Belichick and his partner, Jordon Hudson on the Kentucky Derby red carpet Saturday.
TV host Nate Burleson on the Kentucky Derby red carpet Saturday. May 02, 2026
Chaka Khan on the Kentucky Derby red carpet Saturday. May 02, 2026
Kelly Green of Louisville had a unique fascinator made by Hat Haven that surrounded her face while she attended the 2026 Kentucky Derby at Churchill Downs. May 2, 2026.
This article originally appeared on The List Wire: Kentucky Derby 152 hats and celebrities
Popular hats at the Kentucky Derby include extravagant chapeaus and equine-themed designs that pay homage to the horses.
The Kentucky Derby is held on the first Saturday in May each year.
Despite chilly temperatures, attendees at the Kentucky Derby continue to wear fashionable hats, making them a statement piece of the event.
Hats are a significant part of the Kentucky Derby tradition, with fans using them to express their style and celebrate the event.
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