Guitars N' Cars Derby Nights Benefiting U.S. VETS Houston

Join U.S.VETS Houston on Saturday, October 11, 2025, from 6-10 p.m. at Derby Houston for the 14th annual Guitars N' Cars – Derby Nights presented by ConocoPhillips, a celebration where the excitement of the Kentucky Derby meets the spirit of the Houston Rodeo!

Enter Derby Houston’s private members’ lounge for an exclusive evening filled with great music, delicious food, one-of-kind classic cars, a winning silent auction featuring cool guitars, and more! Put on your best hats and dresses, suits, boots, and belt buckles, and saddle up for this electrifying event that brings the Houston community together in celebration of our mission to prevent and end veteran homelessness.

This year, longtime supporter James Bartlett and partners at ConocoPhillips will be honored. Place your bet on a night you’ll never forget, you’re sure to win by supporting the veterans served by U.S.VETS Houston!

Attire: Dress to Impress! Get ready for some rustic glam and rodeo chic! Don your finest Derby-meets-Rodeo attire. Think elegant hats and colorful fascinators, sharp suits, bolo ties, cowboy boots, or even a full cowboy tuxedo are welcome. This is your chance to shine with a festive, semi-formal touch that perfectly blends Southern charm with Texas style.

Walk the red carpet as you arrive and take a paparazzi photo with a luxurious automobile as the backdrop. Work on your golf swing or find out what its like to drive a high-powered automobile in the Golf & Car Simulator. Feast on delicious Southern-inspired cuisine, sip refreshing beverages, and groove to great music that’ll have you dancing until the final post!

Witness a dazzling display that'll make you feel like you're in the winner's circle! Sponsors will be invited to take an exclusive tour behind the scenes at The Shop, Derby Houston’s legendary social club and garage spaces that are a gearhead’s dream. The team at the Derby will show you the sights and tell you the stories as you stroll through the aisles of classic, exotic cars and motorcycles alike. This is a unique experience you won't soon forget!

Bid to win in the silent auction that will overflow with packages including travel, food and wine, jewelry, unique experiences, one-of-a-kind guitars, and more. We’ll also host our annual secret Wine Pull! Bet on yourself and try your luck – you never know what champion bottle you’re going to get

Guitars N’ Cars was established in 2011 by Gordon Clunn of Clunn Acoustical Systems with support from Houston Construction Industry Charities (HCIC) and the world-famous Fuller’s Guitars. Since inception, the event has raised more than $1,200,000, and all proceeds support U.S.VETS Houston's programs and services provided to homeless and at-risk veterans and their families.