The Derby Bar
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About
Welcome to The Derby Bar — where your bar becomes the party.
We bring Luna Belle, Metro Detroit's only vintage horse trailer mobile bar, directly to your wedding, corporate event, or private party. Luna comes fully loaded with 6 configurable draft taps (craft beer, cider, kombucha, or keg cocktails), Luna's Lounge vintage seating, The Winner's Circle photo backdrop, onboard audio, and a team of TIPS-certified bartenders who love what they do.
We don't just serve drinks. We create the moment your guests talk about for years. Based in Northville, serving all of Metro Detroit and Southeast Michigan.
Let's build your perfect bar experience. 🐎
Services offered
Beverage types
Event type
Wedding reception
Birthday party
Special occasion
Cocktail party
Event vibe
Low key / casual
Formal / elegant
Upbeat / lively
Club scene
Projects and media
Projects and media
Reviews
Exceptional 5.0
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Jackie P.
2 days ago
From Google
Still thinking about this weekends Derby Party by The Derby Barhonestly one of the best events Ive been to in a long time.Every detail felt intentional and elevated without losing that fun, laid-back Derby energy. The outfit contest was a highlightso many creative looks, and it really got everyone into the spirit. You could tell people went all in, and the crowd made it even more fun.The food and drink setup was next level. Having both an empanada truck AND an ice cream truck was such a perfect balance (savory + sweet = no notes). And the signature cocktails were incrediblesuper well-crafted, unique, and definitely not your typical event drinks.Huge shoutout to the ownersAnnaMaryLee, Ray, Audrey, and Bradyou can really see their vision come to life in every detail.After experiencing this firsthand, I would absolutely use them for one of my own eventsthe level of detail, creativity, and execution makes it an easy yes.The whole atmosphere just worked. Great music, great crowd, and that signature Derby aesthetic tied everything together beautifully. It felt like a full experience, not just a party.If you ever get the chance to attend one of their eventsgo. They absolutely nailed it!
The Derby Bar's reply
Thank you so much, Jackie! This review absolutely made our day. The team here pour so much heart into every detail, and reading this means the world to the whole team. The outfit contest, the food trucks, the cocktails — we loved every minute of it, and having guests like you made it that much better. We'd be thrilled to bring that same energy to one of your events down the road! 🥂🌹
Matt H.
3 days ago
From Google
The Derby Bar will make any outdoor occasion a first class experience! With great service, great drinks, and a beautiful setup, I highly-recommend hiring them for your next big event, outdoors.
The Derby Bar's reply
Thank you so much! 😄 And hey, never say never on the amateur wrestling — Luna Belle is up for a challenge! We love bringing that first-class experience to outdoor events, and we appreciate the recommendation. Cheers to your next big one! 🥂
Teresa E.
3 days ago
From Google
What a fun experience The Derby Bar provides! Cute concept, delicious hand crafted beverages and exceptional staff. Highly recommend them for your next special event. You won't be disappointed and will be the envy of all your guests!
The Derby Bar's reply
Thank you so much, Teresa! We absolutely love hearing this. From the concept to the cocktails to our amazing team, we pour our hearts into every event — and reviews like yours make it all worth it. Can't wait to be part of your next celebration! 🥂
David S.
2 days ago
From Google
The Derby Bar knows how to throw a party thats personable, inclusive, and very yummy! The design alone makes you want to stay for hours, and the incredible humans running the show make any booking a meaningful experience. I cant wait to visit and request another event!
The Derby Bar's reply
Thanks so much David! We love that the design and the people behind the bar both stood out — that combo is exactly what we aim for. Can't wait to see you again at the next one! 🥂
Ken K.
2 days ago
From Google
We had the chance to experience Derby Bar at an outdoor Kentucky Derbythemed event in a park this past weekend, and they truly stood out.Outdoor events can be trickylogistics, flow, and consistency often take a hitbut they handled everything seamlessly. The setup was sharp, on-theme, and clearly well thought out for a park environment. It looked great and functioned just as well, even with a steady crowd.As non-drinkers, we sometimes feel overlooked at cocktail-focused events, but that wasnt the case here. The team was more than accommodating in preparing their specialty drinks without alcohol, and they didnt feel like an afterthought. The Mint Julep was refreshing and well-balanced, and the raspberry drink (wish I could remember the name!) was just as good.Service stayed friendly, efficient, and consistent every time I went backeven with lines forming. That kind of execution, especially outdoors, doesnt happen by accident.For context, Im a former marketing and event planner for a major insurance company, so I tend to notice the detailssetup, flow, guest experience, and how well a vendor adapts to the environment. Derby Bar checked all the boxes.If I come across anyone planning an eventespecially outdoorswhere a mobile bar would elevate the experience, I wouldnt hesitate to recommend them.
The Derby Bar's reply
Thank you so much for this thoughtful review! Coming from someone with your event planning background, it means a lot. We work hard to make sure every guest feels taken care of — non-drinkers included — so we're thrilled the mocktails were a hit. Thanks for the kind recommendation! 🥂
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