The Kentucky Derby race tradition of the red rose began in 1896 and was later adopted as the official Derby flower in 1904. It is a horse race competition that brings together many people from all works of life. Both gamblers, horse lovers, the rich and the poor alike, famous and popular people all gather at Churchill Downs for the Kentucky horse race.
The Kentucky Derby horse race can be referred to as a cultural event and also a sporting event that brings a lot of people together. The major highlight of the event is hats worn by women, in fact hats are considered to be a must at the event. The hats come in different sizes and shapes and have flowers, feathers or ribbons.
According to a derby official, the roses were first established as part of the Derby celebration when they were presented to all the ladies attending a fashionable Louisville Derby party. The roses were such a sensation that he adopted the rose as the race's official flower.
