Derby Party and Cow Hill Yacht Club Fundraiser

The annual Kentucky Derby party at Pumpernickels in downtown Saugatuck is a springtime tradition that blends playful Derby flair with local community spirit, as the bar fills with people in big hats and bow ties sipping mint juleps, cheering the race on TV, and enjoying an atmosphere that feels like a reunion of locals and weekend visitors alike. What sets it apart is its connection to the Cow Hill Yacht Club, a tongue-in-cheek but genuinely impactful nonprofit that uses the event as a fundraiser turning an already festive party into a feel-good occasion where the fun directly supports neighbors in need. BEST dressed competition, gift baskets featuring favorites from LOCAL businesses, and Mint Juleps for $12 with $3 going back to the charity!