FREDERICA ACADEMY
Presents the
24th ANNUAL DERBY DAY!
Southern charm with a thrilling race and spirited community!
2026 Derby Day co-chairs Steve and Abigail Hoover, Melissa and Greg Johnson
On Saturday, May 2, 2026, join us for an afternoon of elegant fun, live entertainment, and high-stakes excitement-all in support of Frederica Academy's students and programs.
Enjoy Kentucky Derby-inspired cuisine, signature mint juleps, an exciting live auction, and lively festivities as Frederica families and friends come together for one of the Golden Isles' most beloved traditions and a cause worth celebrating.
BECOME A SPONSOR TODAY
Presenting Sponsors
Donate to the Silent + Live Auctions!
Promote your business/service in our Derby Day Auctions.
We are actively accepting gift certificates, experiences, artwork, products, vacations, and more. Your business will be recognized in the silent auction, and you will receive a tax-deductible receipt for your gift.
Please complete the form below and deliver your donated item to the school by March 15. If you cannot deliver it, please contact us at [email protected] to arrange a pickup.
If you are interested in donating an item to our Live Auction, please email [email protected].
Auction Item Donation Form
Derby Day 2026 Sponsors
Triple Crown
Lutz Petroleum
Winner's Circle
Laura and Robb Cruser
Abigail and Steve Hoover (2026 Derby Day Co-Chair)
Melissa and Greg Johnson (2026 Derby Day Co-Chair)
Turf Club
Brown-Rose Wealth Management Group at Morgan Stanley
Amy and Quincy Evans
First Coast Benefits Solutions, Inc.
Kelly & Julia Goalby
Harrison Design
Debbie and Tom Hutcherson
Arthur J Gallagher
The Shoreline Group
Robby and Dan Speight
United Community Bank
Jockey Club
Brittany & Adam Billings
Amy and Andy Broderick
Alex.Brown Wealth Management - Lee Haverstock
Jane and Bobby Buckler
Marnee and Tim Byrd
Sandi and Rocker Channell
Susan and Patrick Dunn
Anna and Matt Eller
Jennifer And Pat Euart
Jenn and Adam Hagfors
Tracy Clausen & Andrew Hellmann
Anna and Chase Hopkins
Hospice of the Golden Isles
Kristi McVey
Alicia and Lane Moore '88
Kimsey and Brad Shanks
Nancy Denlea and Michael Sullivan
Tiffiny and David Wolf
Become a Derby Day Sponsor
Sea Island Explorer Raffle 
Spend a casual afternoon or evening gliding along Georgia's coastal waters and salt marshes, spotting playful dolphins along the way. This 71-foot custom yacht, the Sea Island Explorer, makes all of this possible for you and your friends.
The lucky winner will be able to:
- Invite up to 40 guests to relax aboard the Sea Island Explorer for a two-hour coastal cruise;
- Enjoy delectable cuisine, including passed hors d'oeuvres and food stations.
- Sip and be served at the onboard premium-hosted bar throughout the two-hour voyage.
2026 Derby Day T-Shirt 
The Derby Day T-Shirt is your ticket to racing in style! With a classic design that embodies the thrill of the track, this limited-edition tee ensures you're dressed to win.
Adult T-shirts with a pocket -Sizes Small to 3X-Large
Youth sizes (no pocket) are XS to Large
Pre-orders are due by March 13!
Don't get left at the gate-lock in your order now and be ready to gallop into Derby Day in style!
*Students may wear their Derby Day T-shirt on
Mondays in April (13, 20, 27) and Monday, May 4!
Derby Day Event Lineup
Derby Day Activities Include:
Betting Booth: Place your wagers and follow the race-day excitement.
Raffle Tickets: Enter for a chance to win an unforgettable coastal adventure.
Live Auction: Bid on exclusive experiences, luxury items, and one-of-a-kind packages.
Best Hat Contest: Ladies show off your most creative and stylish Derby headwear.
Dapper Dan Contest: Celebrate the classic gentleman's Southern style and race-day haberdashery.
12:00 pm - Online Silent Auction Opens
SATURDAY, MAY 2 (Event attendees must be 21 years and older)
5:00 pm - Doors + Betting Booth Open
6:40 pm - Contest Winner Announcements + Raffle Drawing
6:50 pm - Call to the Post - The Kentucky Derby Simulcast
7:00 pm - Live Auction
Post-Race Band Party HOT BANANA COFFEE
9:30 pm - Last Call
9:45 pm - Last Dance
SUNDAY, MAY 3
8:00 pm - Online Silent Auction Closes
MONDAY, MAY 4
12:30 - 5:30 pm - Auction Item Curbside Pick-Up at:
The Captains Pavilion
St Simons Island, GA 31522
Winning Bidders who do not self-check out by 5:30 PM on Monday, May 4, will have their credit cards charged for the balance of their purchase(s).
