The 2026 Unbridled Eve Derby Gala will feature a star-studded guest list of musicians, actors, and sports figures. The event, held on the eve of the Kentucky Derby, serves as a fundraiser for the charity Blessings in a Backpack, with the primary beneficiary. Celebrities such as Grammy Award winners Skip Martin, Richie Sambora and John Elefante, and Phillip Phillips are set to perform. Other notable attendees include best-selling author Nora Roberts, University of Louisville head football coach Jeff Brohm, singer Orianthi, lead singer Elliot Lurie, country singer Lorrie Morgan and Johnny Edwards. The gala also features a silent auction featuring luxury getaways, celebrity-hosted dinners, and exclusive sports and Kentucky-themed experiences.