Greg Bates and Kix Brooks Kick off Kentucky Derby Festivities

It's no secret that the country music community flocks to Churchill Downs every May for one of the biggest parties in the United States - The Kentucky Derby. This year is no exception, and Greg Bates and Louisiana native Kix Brooks are helping to kick off the festivities with a Derby Eve Jam concert at Waterfront Park in Louisville.

The Kentucky Derby is a HUGE social event, in addition to the 139th Running of the Roses, there are parties all over the place, and there is even a mobile social app!

The Kentucky Derby is held annual the first Saturday in May, and is considered one of the premier sporting events in history!