T
he 5th annual Down and Derby with The Junior League of the Emerald Coast was held at the new
location on the Lyceum Lawn in Seaside on May 4. In honor the 145th running of the Kentucky Derby,
this event featured local restaurants with the Emerald’s Coast best cuisine and desserts. The vendors
were lined along the side of the gorgeous greens with drinks from wine and bourbon, to mint juleps and
appetizers of shrimp salads, chocolate covered bacon and sweets such as macaroons and cupcakes. All proceeds from
the silent auction benefited The Junior League of Emerald Coast (JLEC) philanthropies.
Guests enjoyed the Luke Langford Band while checking out the Kentucky best “dress to impress” where prizes
were given to both men and women participating. Many decked out in their favorite spring attire; a few decked out in
velvet shoes, and the women showed off their fabulous hats and fascinators. Entertainment from Aerial Events even
featured aerialists pouring champagne from the air, along with other tricks and talents.
photos & story by
Shanna Magnuson
VIP Destin at Seaside Florida
Down & Derby Fest
2019
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Bethany Worley & Kelly Longberg
Ryan & Marielle Roberts
Barby Wiggins & Ben Waters
Megan Harrison & Dawn Royall
Samantha Bollhalter & Asha Kennedy
Jason & Julie Salinas
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