Kentucky Derby hats, fashion: See photos of who's wearing what at Churchill Downs in 2026
Race Day for the 152nd Kentucky Derby is finally here. The horses deservedly take center stage on Saturday, but the hats run a close second. Derby fashion has become as much an annual tradition at Churchill Downs as mint juleps and the race itself.
Take a look at who’s wearing what atop their head this year. Here are photos of some of the best hats — and outfits — of 2026. The famed spires of Churchill Downs atop a jockey's helmet get points for creativity.
(Photo by Horsephotos/Getty Images) Horsephotos via Getty Images LOUISVILLE, KY - MAY 2: People attend the Kentucky Derby at Churchill Downs Race Track on May 2, 2026 in Louisville, Kentucky. (Photo by Horsephotos/Getty Images) Horsephotos via Getty Images Someone evidently hopes to be seeing plenty of green after the race. (Photo by Horsephotos/Getty Images) Horsephotos via Getty Images The toy horses are a nice touch on this women's hat.
(Photo by Steph Chambers/Getty Images) Steph Chambers via Getty Images This couple coordinated their look. (Photo by Horsephotos/Getty Images) Horsephotos via Getty Images Cassandra Johnson went for the floral look. Photo by Jeff Schear/Getty Images for Churchill Downs) Jeff Schear via Getty Images