21 Kentucky Derby Party Ideas That Will Make Your Guests Never Want to Leave

Every first Saturday in May, something magical happens across the United States. Millions of people who couldn’t name a single jockey or tell you the difference between a furlong and a fence post suddenly become deeply, passionately invested in horse racing. For about two minutes, everyone is a fan. And in living rooms, backyards, and rooftop terraces from Louisville to Los Angeles, Kentucky Derby parties are in full swing — hats tilted, mint juleps in hand, voices rising as the horses round the final turn.

I’ve been hosting Derby parties for six years now, and what started as a small gathering with a few friends, a borrowed projector, and a single pitcher of questionable mint juleps has grown into one of the most anticipated events of our social calendar. People ask me in February what the theme is going to be this year. That’s when you know you’ve done something right.

This guide is everything I’ve learned, combined with the best ideas circulating in 2026, organized into 21 genuinely actionable ideas you can use to throw the most memorable Kentucky Derby party your guests have ever attended. Whether your budget is $50 or $500, whether you’re hosting five people or fifty, there’s something here for you. Let’s get into it.

1. Build the Ultimate Mint Julep Bar

You cannot have a Kentucky Derby party without mint juleps. This is not negotiable. But instead of mixing a single batch and calling it a day, build an actual mint julep bar that lets guests customize their own drink from start to finish. This single element transforms your party from a gathering into an experience.

Set up a dedicated table or bar cart with: a large bundle of fresh mint in a glass jar of water (so it stays perky all afternoon), simple syrup in two or three flavor variations — classic, lavender, and peach work beautifully — crushed ice in a bucket, several bottles of quality Kentucky bourbon (Woodford Reserve is the official Derby bourbon and makes a gorgeous display), and silver or pewter mint julep cups if you can find them. They’re available on Amazon for a reasonable price and make every photo instantly more elegant.

Provide small instruction cards handwritten or printed on card stock that walk guests through the traditional julep method: muddle a few mint leaves with simple syrup, pack the cup with crushed ice, pour two ounces of bourbon over the top, and garnish with a fresh mint sprig dusted with powdered sugar. The powdered sugar on the mint is a classic detail that most people skip, and it’s the detail that makes the drink look like something from a magazine spread.

For guests who don’t drink alcohol, prepare a non-alcoholic “Derby Lemonade” station right alongside: lemonade with mint, sparkling water, and a peach or lavender syrup option. Everyone gets a beautiful drink in a beautiful cup, and no one feels left out.

2. Host a Hat Decorating Contest

The Kentucky Derby hat is one of the most beloved fashion traditions in American culture. Oversized, flower-covered, feathered, and occasionally structurally ambitious, Derby hats are a visual spectacle all on their own. For your party, lean into this tradition by making it an activity rather than just a dress code.

Order a supply of plain straw hats in bulk from a craft supplier — you can find boxes of 12 for $20–30 on Amazon or at Michael’s. Set up a decorating station with silk flowers, ribbons, feathers, glue guns, netting, and small decorative embellishments like pearl pins and fabric rosettes. When guests arrive, hand them a hat and invite them to spend the first 30 minutes personalizing it before the race begins.

At a set time — maybe 30 minutes before the race — hold a hat parade. Everyone walks through the room or backyard and shows off their creation. Have a panel of three “judges” (rotate this role to make it fun) award categories like Most Elegant, Most Over the Top, Best Use of Flowers, and the People’s Choice award, voted on by all guests. The prizes can be simple: a small bottle of local honey, a silk scarf, a gift card — the trophy is the recognition, not the prize itself.

This activity works for every age group. I once watched my neighbor’s seven-year-old and her eighty-two-year-old great-grandmother spend forty minutes decorating hats side by side, completely absorbed. By the time they were done, they were best friends. That moment alone was worth the entire party.

3. Set Up a Bourbon Tasting Flight

Kentucky is the birthplace of bourbon — roughly 95 percent of the world’s bourbon supply is produced there — and a Derby party is the perfect occasion to celebrate that heritage properly with a guided tasting flight. You don’t need to be a whiskey expert to pull this off. You just need to care enough to do a little research and present it well.

Select four to six Kentucky bourbons at varying price points and flavor profiles. A good flight might include: a high-rye mash bill like Old Forester 1920 for its spice, a wheated bourbon like Maker’s Mark for its softness, a small-batch single barrel like Four Roses Single Barrel for its fruit-forward complexity, and a classic like Buffalo Trace as the crowd-pleasing anchor. Pour small one-ounce samples into rocks glasses or tasting glasses.

Create simple tasting cards for each bourbon — just a few lines about where it was distilled, what the mash bill is, and two or three flavor notes to look for. This gives guests a framework for tasting without being intimidating. Serve alongside plain water crackers and a small side of dark chocolate, which cleanses the palate and complements bourbon beautifully.

End the flight with a vote: guests rank their favorite from the selection. The winning bourbon becomes the official bourbon of the afternoon’s mint juleps. This structure turns a drinking experience into a genuine event with a beginning, middle, and payoff.

4. Create a Betting Pool Everyone Can Enjoy

The Kentucky Derby is one of the few horse races where even non-gamblers feel the electricity of placing a bet. You don’t need to deal with legal sports betting to create this experience at your party — a simple, friendly betting pool run entirely within your guest list is legal in most places as a social game and adds enormous excitement to the race itself.

Print out a list of all the horses entered in that year’s Derby with their morning line odds. Each guest draws or chooses their horse — or you can sell “picks” for $2–5 each, with the full pot going to whoever drew the winning horse. If you want to make it more elaborate, guests can also bet on place (second) and show (third) finishes for additional pools.

The moment the gate opens, every guest suddenly has a horse they’re personally invested in. People who wouldn’t normally care about horse racing are suddenly on their feet, shouting their horse’s name, grabbing strangers by the arm. I’ve seen perfectly mild-mannered accountants transform into passionate racing fans the moment they have skin in the game. The two minutes of the race become the most electric two minutes of anyone’s year.

Keep the amounts small — this is about fun, not finance. And make sure to have the announcement of the winner be a proper moment: gather everyone, announce the results with a little ceremony, and hand over the winnings with theatrical flair.

5. Decorate With Roses — The Official Flower of the Derby

The Kentucky Derby is called “The Run for the Roses” for a reason. The winning horse is draped in a blanket of 554 red roses — a tradition that dates to 1896. Red roses are the official symbol of the Derby, and incorporating them into your party decor is both historically authentic and visually stunning.

You don’t need to spend a fortune on fresh roses for every corner. Strategic placement matters more than quantity. A dramatic centerpiece arrangement of deep red roses in a silver or gold vase on the main table creates an anchor for the entire visual theme. Scatter a few loose rose petals across white tablecloths. Use small bud vases with single roses at each place setting. Weave faux rose garlands along a buffet table edge or across a mantle.

If your budget allows for fresh roses, visit a wholesale flower market or order directly from an online flower farm — FiftyFlowers and The Bouqs both offer bulk stems at significant savings over grocery store pricing. If you’re on a tighter budget, high-quality silk roses from a craft store are genuinely difficult to tell apart from the real thing once they’re arranged in a vase with some greenery and proper lighting.

Complete the rose theme in smaller ways too: rose-shaped ice cubes (use silicone molds), rose water in the finger bowls if you’re doing a formal setup, or a “Rose Wall” backdrop created from a grid of red paper roses for photo opportunities. That last one is wildly popular on Pinterest and requires nothing but a piece of foam board, paper, and two hours of folding.

6. Serve a Southern-Inspired Food Spread

Kentucky cuisine is deeply, unapologetically Southern — and that makes it absolutely perfect for a party. The food culture of the Bluegrass State leans into comfort, richness, and hospitality in ways that few regional cuisines match. Your Derby party menu should reflect this spirit: generous, flavorful, and built for sharing.

A strong Derby food spread might include: a hot brown (an open-faced turkey and bacon sandwich smothered in Mornay sauce, originating at Louisville’s Brown Hotel and considered the unofficial dish of Derby season), pimento cheese and crackers, deviled eggs with smoked paprika, a pot of slow-cooked Kentucky burgoo (a thick, hearty stew), cornbread in a cast iron skillet, and a pecan pie or Derby pie — a Kentucky staple made with chocolate chips, walnuts, and bourbon in a buttery crust.

The key to serving food at a Derby party is timing and format. Since the race itself is only two minutes but the party lasts four to six hours, think grazing-style over a sit-down meal. Set up a long buffet table with everything out and available from the moment guests arrive. Chafing dishes for hot items, platters of cold items, and small tongs and serving spoons at every dish. People eat when they want, go back for more, and the food becomes background to the conversation rather than a structured interruption.

7. Put Together a Derby-Themed Dessert Table

Separate from the main food spread, a dedicated dessert table gives your Derby party a focal point that is almost guaranteed to generate photographs and conversation. The visual abundance of a well-styled dessert table is one of those details that elevates a gathering from “nice party” to “incredible party.”

For a Derby dessert table, lean into the color palette of the race: red (roses), green (the track), black and white (the finish line), and gold (the trophy). Fill the table with: a multi-tiered cupcake stand with red velvet cupcakes topped with white frosting rosettes, a Derby pie (the regional classic), chocolate-dipped strawberries on a white plate, small pecan tassies (bite-sized pecan tarts), bourbon caramel truffles, and a centerpiece cake decorated with fondant roses and a small fondant horse racing silhouette.

Height and variety create visual interest. Use cake stands at different heights, intersperse small flower arrangements between platters, and add a handwritten sign at the top that reads something like “The Winner’s Circle” or “Sweets for the Sweet.” The naming detail sounds small but anchors the whole table to the Derby theme in a way that feels intentional and polished.

8. Create a Photo Booth With Derby Props

Photo booths at parties are beloved for a simple reason: they give people permission to be silly and theatrical in a structured, socially acceptable way. A Derby-themed photo booth takes that permission and amplifies it with some of the most visually spectacular props you can create.

Set up a backdrop using: a curtain of artificial roses, a pegboard covered in red, green, and gold streamers, or simply a large piece of poster board painted with “Churchill Downs” or “Run for the Roses” in elegant calligraphy. In front of the backdrop, place a small table or box with props: oversized fascinators, bow ties, jockey silks (satin jackets in racing colors — you can find these cheap at costume shops or make them from fabric), binoculars, a “Winner’s Circle” sash, and a foam or cardboard horseshoe painted gold.

Set up a tablet or camera on a tripod with a self-timer, or assign someone as the “official Derby photographer” for the first hour of the party. Print the best photos on a small photo printer (Polaroid and Canon both make excellent portable photo printers for under $100) and let guests take their photo home as a party favor. People keep printed photos. Digital ones disappear into a camera roll and are forgotten within a week.

9. Design a Race Day Invitations That Set the Tone

The experience of your Derby party begins before anyone walks through the door. A beautifully designed invitation — whether digital or physical — signals the level of care and intentionality you’ve put into the event and creates anticipation that builds over the weeks leading up to it.

For a physical invitation, use cardstock in cream or ivory with deep red or forest green lettering. Classic Derby invitation design elements include: a horse racing silhouette, a horseshoe, crossed roses, or the Churchill Downs twin spires. You can design these yourself on Canva for free, or purchase editable templates from Etsy for a few dollars. Print on cardstock at a local print shop for a professional finish.

Include all the essential details — date, time, dress code (fascinators and bow ties encouraged, or specify “garden party attire”), what to bring if anything, and the address. But also include one extra detail that creates excitement: hint at a special activity, a signature cocktail, or a prize for the best hat. Give people something to look forward to beyond just “party at my house.”

For digital invitations, Paperless Post and Evite both have elegant Derby-themed designs. Send these two to three weeks in advance, and send a reminder one week before with a fun fact about that year’s race — like the number of horses entered, the track conditions, or a brief note about the favorite horse. This builds momentum and makes guests feel like insiders before they even arrive.

10. Organize a Best-Dressed Competition

The Kentucky Derby is as much a fashion event as it is a sporting event. The infield at Churchill Downs is famous for its fashion — both the sublime and the gloriously ridiculous. Bringing that energy to your party with a formal best-dressed competition gives guests a reason to genuinely put in effort on their outfit, and it makes the visual atmosphere of your party spectacular.

Announce the competition on your invitation so guests come prepared. Offer categories that feel achievable without being too narrow: Most Elegant, Best Hat (separate from the decorating contest if you’re doing both), Most Colorful, Best Bow Tie (for the gentlemen), and Best Overall Derby Look. Judging can be done by a panel or by popular vote using a show of hands or a ballot.

Prizes should feel special but don’t need to be expensive: a bottle of Woodford Reserve, a Derby-themed tote bag filled with small treats, a gift card to a local restaurant, or a silk scarf. The experience of being recognized and celebrated in front of the group is itself the prize — the physical item is just the ritual that marks the moment.

11. Set Up a Lawn Games Area

A Derby party that runs from noon to seven in the evening needs activities to fill the hours between arrival and the race. Lawn games are the perfect solution: they’re social, accessible to all ages and fitness levels, and keep energy flowing through the afternoon without requiring anyone to sit in one spot for hours.

Classic options that work beautifully for a Derby party include: croquet (which has an inherently English garden party elegance that complements the Derby aesthetic), cornhole (with boards painted in Derby colors or with rose graphics), bocce ball on any flat surface, and horseshoes — which, given the Derby theme, practically writes its own joke. Set up two or three game areas so guests can drift between them based on interest.

If you have space, add a giant Jenga set made from 2×4 lumber pieces (you can make one for about $20 in supplies). Write Derby trivia questions on each block — guests must answer the question when they pull it out. It slows the game down, keeps everyone engaged, and teaches people something about the race they’re about to watch. That combination of physical game and intellectual engagement keeps people genuinely entertained for long stretches.

12. Make a Signature Derby Cocktail Beyond the Julep

The mint julep is iconic, but not everyone loves bourbon — and offering only one signature cocktail limits the experience for a portion of your guests. Creating a second signature Derby cocktail, something original and named for the occasion, gives your party a distinct identity and gives non-bourbon drinkers something equally special to sip.

A few directions that work beautifully for Derby parties: The Oaks Lily (the official cocktail of the Kentucky Oaks race, the day before the Derby) is made with vodka, triple sec, sweet and sour mix, cranberry juice, and a lemon wedge — it’s pink, refreshing, and crowd-pleasing. A Bourbon Peach Smash made with muddled fresh peaches, lemon juice, simple syrup, bourbon, and fresh thyme is seasonal, fragrant, and gorgeous in a rocks glass. A Sparkling Rosewater Lemonade (non-alcoholic) with rose water, fresh lemon juice, honey, and sparkling water is elegant enough to sit beside any cocktail at a party.

Name your signature cocktail something Derby-specific: “The Churchill Fizz,” “The Roses Run,” or something personal that references a running joke with your guest group. Print the name and recipe on a small card propped up at the bar. People love discovering something that feels exclusive and created just for this occasion.

13. Run a Derby Trivia Game Before the Race

The Kentucky Derby is one of the oldest and most storied sporting events in American history — it has been run every year since 1875, making it the longest continuously held major sporting event in the United States. That history is rich with remarkable stories, legendary horses, and surprising facts. Turning some of this into a trivia game is a natural fit for a Derby party and gives guests something engaging to do in the hour before the race.

Prepare 20–25 trivia questions organized into rounds: Derby history (Who won the first Kentucky Derby? What year was Secretariat’s record-setting run?), horse racing terminology (What is a “furlong”? What does “maiden” mean in horse racing?), Kentucky culture (What is burgoo? Which city hosts the Derby?), and pop culture (Which famous film features the Kentucky Derby? Which celebrity has attended the most Derbys?).

Keep teams small — three to four people per team — so everyone is actively participating rather than being carried by one knowledgeable person. Award small prizes to the winning team. Run the trivia in the 45 minutes before the televised pre-race coverage begins, so it flows naturally into the shared experience of watching the event build toward race time. It’s a perfect structural bridge between the party’s casual first half and the electric final stretch.

14. Create a “Winner’s Circle” Dessert Moment

After the race is run and the winner has been announced, create a dedicated “Winner’s Circle” moment at your party that celebrates the occasion with the same ceremony the real Churchill Downs does. This is a small ritual that brings tremendous energy to the room and sends the party out on a high note.

Have a small wreath of paper or silk roses ready — you can make one for a few dollars using a foam wreath form and silk rose heads from the craft store. After the race winner is announced at your party (whether it’s the horse race winner or the winner of your betting pool), drape the rose wreath around their shoulders with theatrical ceremony. Offer a toast with raised glasses. Take photos. Make it feel like a real moment.

This is also when you bring out the centerpiece dessert — the Derby pie or celebration cake — and cut it with the same energy you’d cut a birthday cake: candles, song if you’re feeling bold, and a shared moment of sweetness. Ending the race with a ritual and a dessert gives the party a clear, satisfying conclusion that guests remember long after they’ve gone home.

15. Build a DIY Churchill Downs Backdrop

Churchill Downs, the Louisville, Kentucky racetrack that hosts the Derby, is one of the most recognizable sporting venues in the world — largely because of its iconic twin spires, the two ornate Gothic towers that crown the grandstand. Recreating this silhouette as a party backdrop is one of the most effective and visually striking things you can do to immediately establish the Derby theme the moment guests walk in.

You don’t need to be an artist. Print a high-resolution silhouette of the Churchill Downs twin spires from online, enlarge it on cardstock or have it printed at a print shop, and cut it out. Mount it on a foam board or against a wall. Flank it with two tall arrangements of red roses. Add a banner above that says “Churchill Downs — [Year] Kentucky Derby.” Position this as the entrance backdrop or behind the main food table.

Alternatively, if you have some artistic confidence, paint the twin spires silhouette directly onto a large piece of brown kraft paper using black paint — it takes about 20 minutes and looks remarkably good once it’s hung and surrounded by flowers. The imperfections give it a handmade charm that a printed banner can’t replicate. Guests will stop in front of it to take photos. That’s the whole point.

16. Offer a Fascinator-Making Station

While a hat decorating contest works beautifully for a larger group, a fascinator-making station is a more intimate and creative alternative — or a companion activity — that produces something guests can actually wear through the rest of the party. Fascinators are the small, often elaborate hair ornaments traditionally worn to formal British and American racing events, and making one from scratch is far more accessible than it sounds.

Supply each station spot with: a small circular base (these come in packs from craft stores), a hair comb or clip, hot glue, silk flowers, feathers, netting or tulle, and decorative pins. A simple YouTube tutorial on a tablet or laptop running on loop gives even the least crafty guests a reference. Most people produce something genuinely wearable in 15–20 minutes.

The fascinator station works on a rolling basis — guests drift over when they arrive, spend 15 minutes creating something, and then wear it for the rest of the party. By race time, everyone is wearing something handmade, the collective look is spectacular, and the room feels like an actual race day crowd. It’s the kind of activity that disappears into the flow of the party without feeling like a structured event — it just becomes part of how the afternoon unfolds.

17. Set Up a Charcuterie and Cheese Board Station

A grazing board has become one of the defining food trends of the past decade, and for good reason: it requires no cooking, scales easily to any group size, looks extravagant without being expensive, and gives guests something to do with their hands while they talk and drink. For a Kentucky Derby party, a themed charcuterie board is both practical and beautiful.

Build your board around Kentucky-specific ingredients where possible: smoked country ham (a Kentucky staple), benedictine spread (a Louisville specialty made with cream cheese and cucumber), pimento cheese, aged cheddar, and a sharp gouda. Add crackers in a variety of shapes and textures, candied walnuts or pecans, fresh grapes, sliced apples, honey in a small jar, fig jam, and pickled items — cornichons, bread and butter pickles, and pickled okra add visual interest and contrast.

The presentation of the board is where it goes from food to decor. Use a large wooden cutting board or slate slab as the base. Arrange items in loose clusters rather than neat rows. Fill every gap with small items — berries, nuts, rose petals (they’re edible). Label each item with a small paper flag or handwritten card on a toothpick. A labeled board reads as thoughtful and curated rather than just “stuff I put out.”

18. Stream the Pre-Race Show on Multiple Screens

The Kentucky Derby broadcast is not just the two-minute race — it’s an hours-long television event featuring fashion commentary, horse profile stories, celebrity interviews, and the legendary musical performances that have become part of Derby tradition. Starting the broadcast early and having it visible from multiple points in your party space keeps the energy building through the afternoon.

If your primary TV is in the living room but your party extends to the backyard or patio, a portable projector pointed at a white wall or hanging sheet extends the viewing area outdoors. Bluetooth speaker systems allow you to carry the audio throughout the space without anyone missing commentary. If you have smart TVs in multiple rooms, cast the same stream to all of them simultaneously.

Create a quiet viewing area with comfortable seating for guests who want to watch closely, and keep a more active social area elsewhere for guests who want to talk and graze while the broadcast plays in the background. Not everyone at a Derby party is a horse racing enthusiast — some are there for the fashion, some for the food, some for the social occasion — and a smart layout accommodates all of those motivations simultaneously.

19. Incorporate a Floral Crown Bar

Alongside the fascinator station, a floral crown bar takes the wearable-art-at-a-party concept in a different direction — one that photographs beautifully, requires no craft skill, and produces something universally flattering. Floral crowns have been a fixture of festival culture for years, and at a Derby party they feel both festive and genuinely on-theme.

Pre-make the base rings from floral wire or flexible vine wreaths. Have a selection of silk and fresh flowers in a tray — choose flowers that complement your party’s color palette: roses, peonies, ranunculus, lavender, baby’s breath. Provide wire cutters, floral tape, and a mirror so guests can see what they’re creating. A simple instructional card can guide even complete beginners: choose three to five flower types, cut stems to two-inch lengths, tape or wire them to the ring, and fill gaps with greenery.

A floral crown bar works particularly well as an activity in the first 30–45 minutes of a party when not everyone knows each other yet. The shared task of making something gives people a natural reason to talk, ask questions, and laugh together. Strangers become friends over a shared project in ways that rarely happen over small talk alone.

20. Plan a Kentucky Derby Morning Brunch

Most Derby parties begin in the early afternoon, but starting earlier — with a proper Derby morning brunch — transforms the event from a party into a full-day occasion that guests will talk about for years. The race is on Saturday afternoon, which makes a morning brunch a natural precursor that builds to the main event with genuine momentum.

A Derby morning brunch menu leans Southern and indulgent: biscuits with country ham and honey butter, a shrimp and grits station with toppings, a waffle bar with fresh berries and whipped cream, a fruit salad dressed with mint and honey, and a pitcher of morning-appropriate drinks — sparkling water with fresh citrus, a light mimosa option, and strong Kentucky coffee.

Use the brunch hours for the hat decorating contest, the trivia game, and the social activities that don’t require the race. By the time the pre-race coverage begins, everyone has eaten, mingled, decorated, played games, and settled into the comfortable rhythm of the day. The race itself becomes the climax of a carefully built arc rather than the beginning of a party that’s still finding its footing. That structural difference is the difference between a good party and an extraordinary one.

21. Send Guests Home With a Derby Party Favor They’ll Actually Keep

Party favors are one of those details that most party hosts treat as an afterthought — a bag of generic candy with a ribbon tied around it, or a small candle that gets left on the counter and forgotten. A genuinely thoughtful Derby party favor, on the other hand, becomes a memento. It extends the experience beyond the party itself and reinforces the care you put into the entire event.

The best Derby party favors are personal, useful, and on-theme. A few strong options: a small jar of local Kentucky honey labeled with your party’s name and the year; a packet of mint seeds with a handwritten note (“For next year’s juleps”); a small bottle of locally made bourbon with a custom label you designed; a printed photo from the party sealed in a kraft envelope with a handwritten note; or a handmade Derby recipe card book with the recipes from the party — the julep, the Derby pie, the pimento cheese — printed on beautiful cardstock and tied with ribbon.

The secret to a great party favor is specificity. It should feel like it could only have come from this particular party, on this particular day, thrown by this particular person. Generic says “I thought I should give you something.” Specific says “I thought about you.” That distinction, small as it seems, is what makes guests remember your party long after it’s over — and what makes them clear their schedule every year when the next Derby invitation arrives.

Final Thoughts: The Spirit of the Kentucky Derby Party

The Kentucky Derby has endured for 150 years because it captures something essential about celebration: the gathering of people who are happy to be alive, dressed in their finest, raising a glass to something larger than themselves — the horse, the tradition, the season, the sheer improbability of a beautiful animal running faster than anything seems like it should be able to run.

Your Derby party doesn’t need to be perfect. The mint juleps don’t need to be flawlessly mixed. The hats don’t need to be professionally decorated. The food doesn’t need to come from a catering company. What it needs is the same thing every great gathering needs: people who are glad to be there, a host who cared enough to make it feel special, and at least one moment — one toast, one hat, one laugh, one two-minute race — that everyone in the room experiences together.

That’s what the Derby is about. That’s what every great party is about. And with 21 ideas in hand, you are more than ready to make it happen.

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