New Kent Category - Colonial Downs and Rosie's Gaming Emporium (2024)

Join us for a Kentucky Derby watch party at Colonial Downs in New Kent!

Party in the Paddock | $25 plus fees
Stalls can fit up to 8 people. Gates open at 2PM.
Purchase includes official Kentucky Derby program.
Added value: special appearance from our equine friends “Lark & Tater”
Food packages will be offered a la carte. Order must be placed in advance through a Colonial Downs representative.
Beverages available for purchase in paddock gazebo.

Jockey Club | $30 plus fees
Ticket purchase includes access to exclusive Jockey Club buffet.
Purchase includes official Kentucky Derby program.
Beverage service available at Woodford Reserve Whiskey Bar.

Open to all ages. Must be 18 or older to wager.

Dueling Pianos are coming back to Colonial Downs!

EVENT LOCATION:
Colonial Downs Racetrack
10515 Colonial Downs Pkwy
New Kent, VA 23124

From Elton John to Garth Brooks, Billy Joel to Eminem and Neil Diamond to Sir Mix-A-Lot, come sing along as our Dueling Piano players tickle the ivories with all of your favorite hits. They’ll play everything from classic piano bar songs to contemporary hits with a unique twist. Get your request list ready and bring “Sweet Caroline,” “Billie Jean” and “Jessie’s Girl” because this will be a night to remember. What’s better than a “Piano Man”? Two Dueling Pianos!

Must be 21 or older to attend.

The 2024 Giveaway Schedule is here! Mark your calendars with the dates below so you don’t miss out.

July 13: 18-Month Calendar Giveaway
Aug. 3: Taste of New Kent + Water Bottle Giveaway
Sept. 7: Virginia Derby Day + Secretariat Poster Giveaway

Open to all ages. Must be 18 or older to wager. *All post times subject to change.

EVENT LOCATION:
10515 Colonial Downs Parkway
New Kent, VA 23124

Two shows at 7PM + 9PM

Since Bobcat Goldthwait’s first appearance on the David Letterman Show at the age of 20, he has gone on to maintain a thriving career as a writer, director, actor, voice actor and stand-up comedian. As a comedian, Bobcat has starred in numerous HBO/Showtime specials, performed in venues all over the world, and even went on tour as an opening act for the Band: Nirvana. Well known for his roles in “Scrooged” with Bill Murray and as Zed in the “Police Academy” franchise, Goldthwait has gone on to become a well-respected Award-Winning Director. His Directorial works include Television (Jimmy Kimmel, Chappell’s Show, Community, Maron, Those Who Can’t), feature films (World’s Greatest Dad starring Robin Williams, Willow Creek starring Bigfoot, God Bless America, Windy City Heat, and Sleeping Dogs Lie) and documentaries (Call Me Lucky and Joy Ride). In addition to being a 4x Sundance Alumni, Goldthwait’s films have played internationally including Deauville Film Festival and San Sebastian Film Festival. Bobcat has been honored with the German Independent Honorary Award at Oldenburg Film Festival for his collective works. Bobcat has also directed numerous standup comedy specials (Patton Oswalt, Marc Maron, Ron Funches, Iliza Shleshinger, Mo Willems, Gary Gulman, Hari Kondabolu, Eugene Mirman) and is currently working on converting his critically acclaimed documentary “Call Me Lucky” into a narrative film with Judd Apatow. Also in development, is an original Narative called “The Banishers” with QC Entertainment. After fleeing Los Angeles, he now lives somewhere in the woods in Illinois with his girlfriend, Nora Muhlenfeld, and their 5 cats: Anderson Coopurr, Alice Coopurr, Tina Sparkle, Bruce Wayne and Robert Smith.

Must be 21 or older.

EVENT LOCATION:
10515 Colonial Downs Pkwy
New Kent, VA 23124

EVENT LOCATION:
10515 Colonial Downs Parkway
New Kent, VA 23124

Two shows at 7PM + 9PM

Before joining forces with Pat Balder, Glen Everhart was a successful musical comedian in the national corporate market. He performed over 1,200 shows across the country and into Canada and Mexico.

After finishing his B.S. in guitar and vocal performance, Glen spent 3 years teaching music before his performing career quickly took over his full-time professional calendar.

Glen has sold over 30,000 CD’s of original music and over 10,000 downloads. His music has been featured on the Today Show, Britain’s Got Talent, ESPN, and The Golf Channel.

When not on the road, Glen lives with his wife of 30 years and obsesses about fishing, golfing, fitness, and caring for his two dogs.
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Before joining forces with Glen Everhart, Pat Balder was a veteran frontman and guitarist in successful, national corporate rock bands. Prior to that, Pat was signed to Polygram Records and Publishing where he honed his craft as an original artist, producer, and bandleader. After departing Polygram, Pat built a recording studio and production company through which he independently released 7 CD’s of original music, produced numerous albums for other artists, and wrote and produced corporate and commercial music for the likes of Target, Harley Davidson, 3M, Sun Country and others.

Pat has a B.A. in Music (guitar and vocal performance), and a Master’s degree in Songwriting.

Pat also taught Songwriting and Production courses at St. Thomas University in St. Paul, MN for 8 years, where he also created the Music Business major and Recording Arts minor.

When not on the road, Pat hangs with his wife and three kids, travels, watches movies, and dreams of a guitar tone with sweet, spongy sustain for days.

Must be 21 or older.

EVENT LOCATION:
10515 Colonial Downs Parkway
New Kent, VA 23124

Every Thursday – Saturday starting July 11
August 10: Colonial Downs Festival of Racing
September 7: New Kent County Virginia Derby

Thursday and Saturdays: Gates open at 12PM, first post is 1:30PM with the last race ending at approximately 5:45PM.
Friday: Gates open at 3PM, first post is 4:30PM with last race ending at approximately 8:45PM.

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Must be 18 or older to wager.