Slip on your Derby hat and join the Zonta Club of Fort Myers for Run for the Roses, a lively Kentucky Derby–themed celebration where fun, fashion, and philanthropy come together.

Enjoy a festive afternoon filled with:

A live broadcast of the Kentucky Derby

A signature Derby cocktail with your ticket

An exciting silent auction

Music, mingling, and photo-worthy moments

And plenty of chances to cheer, sip, and celebrate

Best of all, every ticket supports programs that empower women and girls right here in Southwest Florida, including education, economic opportunity, and efforts to end gender-based violence.

Whether you come to bid, sip, socialize, or simply soak up the Derby Day magic, Run for the Roses is a feel-good way to enjoy one of the most iconic sporting events of the year — while making a real difference in our community.

Tickets include entry, the live Derby viewing, and a signature drink.
Derby attire encouraged. Big hats welcome. Big hearts required.