BIG HATS & BACON JAM: An annual event with historical significance that encourages both gambling, drinking and obnoxiously big hats. We're sold. As the ponies race out of the gate in the 135th Kentucky Derby, Seattle derby fans will be able to watch the races and find your coveted Maker's Mark Mint Julep, at The BottleNeck Lounge's second annual Run for the Roses Derby Party. This year they are bringing those bacon-loving-son-of-a-guns from Skillet, who will be cooking up some Southern soul. The best derby attire and hat could even win you an award or two. more ›

We're pretty sure we've never watched the Kentucky Derby. Often dubbed "the most exciting two minutes in sports," the 134th(!) Run for the Roses takes place tomorrow at Churchill Downs (6:10 p.m. EDT, so 3:10 p.m. here). Not that it really matters, but Florida Derby winner Big Brown is the 3-1 favorite to win. more ›