11 Ways to Really Win at the Kentucky Derby

Last weekend I crossed an item off of my bucket list as I flew down to Louisville and attended the 141st Kentucky Derby. I don’t gamble, and I haven’t worn a pastel hat since Easter 1990, but I was hell bent on having the most authentic experience ever. So I got a hat, checked my bank account, researched some horses, and headed to the races.

While I didn’t win big (only won $20 on American Pharaoh, yay!), I did learn some important things that made me feel like a winner. Before you head to the Kentucky Derby next year, here are some tips to make the experience memorable.