Department of Parks
2nd Annual Red Hatter’s Pre-Derby Celebration at Lake Barkley State Resort Park on April 28

CADIZ, Ky. -- Grab the gals and head to Lake Barkley State Resort Park for a Red Hatter’s pre-Derby celebration!  On April 28 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., Red Hatters are invited to join Lake Barkley State Resort Park in celebrating the upcoming Derby.

Come dressed in your finest Red Hatter’s Derby outfits and get ready to pick a winner while having a great time!  At this pre-Derby celebration Red Hatter’s will enjoy lunch, tea, and an afternoon at the races. The cost for this event is $12, and reservations are required.

Families and individuals can enjoy other entertainment and lodging opportunities at the park. Lake Barkley State Resort Park is the largest state resort park in Kentucky and features a lodge, cottages, the Windows on the Water Restaurant, a seasonal campground, 18-hole golf course, fitness center with indoor pool, marina, fishing, tennis courts, hiking trails, gift shop, and recreational and nature programming.  The park is located at 3500 State Park Road in Cadiz.  From I-24, take the Highway 68 exit west toward Cadiz.

 For more information contact Mary Schmidt, mary.schmidt@ky.gov  or call the lodge at call 1-800-325-1708.

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