The Derby Bar

08/24/2026

GrillFest RECAP!
We showed up. We poured up. And Detroit did NOT disappoint. 🐴🔥

GrillFest 2026 was everything and then some. Eastern Market was absolutely buzzing — incredible food, incredible people, and Luna Belle right in the middle of all of it. Honestly? Just another day at the office. 😏🥂

To everyone who stopped by and shared a drink with us — thank you. You are the reason we love what we do. ✨

Shoutout to for putting on one of Detroit's best summer events and for having us as part of the fun. And a BIG Thank you to for making the delicious drinks!

08/24/2026

This right here is why we do what we do. 🥂✨

When our bride sends us her wedding photos of Luna Belle because she loved her experience so much she wanted to share them with us… we're not crying, you're crying. 🐴💕 Shout out to

It is the greatest honor to be part of someone's most special day. We don't just show up to pour drinks — we show up to be part of the story.

Congratulations again to our beautiful bride. Luna Belle absolutely loved being there for your big day. 💍🌸

If you're dreaming of a wedding bar that goes above and beyond, you know where to find us. Link in bio to book your date. 💫

08/06/2026

07/22/2026

We made something special for this one for our event last weekend. 🥂🍓

Introducing The Spartan Smash — a fresh, fruity, and absolutely dangerous combination of vodka, lime, strawberry, and a little bit of Spartan spirit.

Created for one of our favorite grads heading to Michigan State this fall. We have a soft spot in our hearts for MSU. 💚🎓

Made with our favorite Two James Spirits Vodka • Fresh Lime • Simple Syrup • Strawberry puree • Club Soda

The perfect send-off for the next chapter. Luna Belle is so proud. 🐴✨ Comment SMASH for the recipe!

Think your next event deserves a signature cocktail? Book through the link in bio and let's create something just for you.

07/17/2026

We are beyond excited to announce that Luna Belle will be rolling into Hour Detroit Magazine GrillFest 2026! 🐴🔥

📅 August 16, 2026
🕛 12:00pm – 4:00pm
📍 Eastern Market Shed 5 — Detroit, MI

Join us for a day packed with incredible grilled eats, beverage tastings, live entertainment, and all the summer vibes Detroit has to offer.

Best of all, proceeds from the event benefit COTS Detroit — so every sip counts. 🥂
Come find Luna Belle with her favorite distiller , grab a drink, and enjoy one of Detroit's best summer events.

Tickets available at detroitgrillfest.com — we can't wait to see you there!

07/14/2026

💙 New on the blog! 🐴🍹

What do you get when a future University of Kentucky Wildcat throws a graduation party? A little Derby magic, of course.

Luna Belle rolled into Novi for a beautiful summer evening filled with Mint Juleps, Blue Lagoon cocktails (and mocktails!), poolside fun, and plenty of Southern hospitality. From a tricky trailer setup to guests lining up for selfies, this was one of those nights where everything just clicked.

If you’ve ever wondered what it’s like to have Luna Belle as the centerpiece of your celebration, this story gives you a behind-the-scenes look at another unforgettable Derby Bar event.

Read the full story on our website. Link in bio! 🥂

07/13/2026

☀️🎓 New on the blog!

Some graduation parties are memorable because of the weather. Others because of the drinks. This one had both… plus a future Derby Bar team member in the making. 🍒🍹

Luna Belle rolled into Washington Township for a beautiful day filled with sunshine, overflowing Shirley Temples, refreshing Luna’s Lily cocktails, and guests who couldn’t stop gathering around the bar. Along the way, a quick-thinking young helper saved the day during setup and reminded us that the next generation is already paying attention.

It’s a story about family, celebration, Southern hospitality, and why Luna Belle is so much more than a place to grab a drink.

Read the full story on our website:
https://www.thederbybar.co/blog/sunshine-shirley-temples-and-a-future-derby-bar-owner

07/10/2026

🌲✨ Luna Belle went north!

This wedding adventure took us all the way to Traverse City for a celebration that had it all—beautiful Northern Michigan scenery, a Texas-sized guest list, Broadway-inspired mocktails, and a few unexpected surprises along the way. 🍹💍

From a $3.99 roadside repair that saved the trip to serving drinks under the stars, this was one wedding weekend we won’t forget.

The best part? Watching Luna become more than a bar… she became part of the celebration. 💕

Want to see the full story behind the journey? Our Traverse City wedding recap is now on the blog! 🐴✨

07/08/2026

48 FIVE-STAR reviews and counting! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Lunabelle is blushing and the whole Derby Bar team is feeling the love. We take a lot of pride in doing this the right way — from the craft cocktails to the details you don't even notice. Thank you to every client and guest who trusted us with your event — we love what we do, and we love doing it for you. . We love ya'll! 🥂

Here’s to the next celebration, the next toast, and hopefully the next 48 five-star experiences.

🥂 Cheers,
The Derby Bar Team & Luna Belle

07/07/2026

Northern Michigan, Texas-sized celebrations, and one unforgettable wedding. 🌲🍹✨

Luna Belle hit the road for a four-hour journey to Traverse City, where a beautiful private wedding was waiting. Along the way, there was a $3.99 roadside repair that saved the weekend, Broadway-inspired mocktails, incredible views, and a guest list that proved everything really is bigger in Texas.

After the last drink was poured, Luna spent the night under the stars before exploring Torch Lake, Lake Michigan, and a few favorite local spots on the way home.

It’s one of our favorite stories of the season, and it’s now live on the blog.

Head to the link in our bio to read the full adventure! 🐴🥂

https://www.thederbybar.co/blog/bigger-in-texas-beautiful-in-traverse-city