SYRACUSE — Trip Advisor Certificate of Excellence winner, Oakwood Resort announces its third Annual Derby Day Party at The Pier Restaurant from 11:30 a.m. until 6 p.m. Saturday, May 7, enjoy counting down to the greatest 2 minutes in sports.

The talented and professional culinary team at The Pier Restaurant will be creating a special menu that features Kentucky Hot Browns, Burgoo Stew, Pork Belly Sliders and unique drink specials that include such race day favorites as Mint Juleps and Oaks Lily’s.

The Pier staff will also be awarding prizes for the Best Dressed Guest, the Most Creative Hat, Most Elegant Hat and Best Overall Hat.  Guests attending this special event can also participate in a corn hole competition, take advantage of a “Do-It-Yourself” photo booth and enjoy the one-of-a-kind Bloody Mary cart where the drinks are created tableside.

Hometown Heroes will provide live entertainment featuring a wide variety of music from 2 – 5 p.m. Guests are encouraged to secure their reservations early by calling (574) 457-8700.

“Our Derby Day Party is always a fun event,” said Restaurant Manager, Aaron Smith. “We always enjoy creating special memories with and for our guests.”

For additional information regarding Oakwood Resort or the Derby Day Party, contact Oakwood Resort at (574) 457-7100 or via the website.