Equine Events and Competitions

The Snowball Series Mounted Games is a mounted games regional MGAA competition. Competitors are able to compete beginner novice, novice, intermediate, masters, fossils, and green pony divisions. Rides will compete in teams, pairs, or a three-rider pony pair in the games. This event is part of the Snowball Series, riders can compete in all of the competitions and receive awards at the conclusion of the series. For more information on the Snowball Series Mounted Games please contact Linda Caddel at 859-621-2383 or [email protected]. Photo courtesy of Butch Housman.

Racin' & Gaitin' For Trent Charity Horse Show June 28th & 29th at the Kentucky Horse Park Alltech Arena

Learn more: https://www.reinsofhopekentucky.org

Email: [email protected]

The KHP Foundation Battle in the Saddle is a celebrity team penning event benefiting the KHP Foundation. This event pairs two amateur team penning riders with a celebrity guest rider to determine who can pen the group of cattle in the quickest amount of time. Sponsorships are available for the event, and the public can come and watch for an admission price. For more information on the KHP Foundation Battle in the Saddle please go to http://khpfoundation.org/programs/featured-events/celebrity-team-penning or call (859) 255-5727.

The UPHA Chapter 9 Kentucky Fall Classic Horse Show is a 3-day show for saddle/gaited horses. Classes that will be taking place include harness, pleasure, roadster, equitation, and breed-specific classes. The show is sponsored by United Professional Horseman's Association Chapter 9 and is used as their annual fundraiser. The show also benefits the American Saddlebred Museum. For more information on this event please go to www.kentuckyfallclassic.com or call Chuck Walker at (859) 333-1406. Picture courtesy of www.kentuckyfallclassic.com.

Watch hundreds of Thoroughbred racehorses from across North America competing for $100,000 in prize money in ten sports: barrel racing, competitive trails, dressage, eventing, field hunters, freestyle, polo, show hunters, show jumpers, and working ranch. They all retired from racing the previous year and they have had less than one year to prepare. Includes training demonstrations, seminars, and a large trade fair in the Covered Arena. For more information go to RetiredRacehorseProject.org.

The Kentucky Classic Combined Driving Event is a 4-day event. This year’s event will feature preliminary, intermediate, and advanced level divisions. The advanced-level competition is an FEI-level two-star (CAI**) event. The 2017 USEF National Championships for single, pair, and four-in-hand ponies will be taking place as well as the 2017 USEF National Pair Horse Championship. The event will also feature the Kentucky Classic Preliminary and Intermediate Championships. For more information on the Kentucky Classic Combined Driving Event please visit http://kentuckyclassiccde.com.

Click the link below to watch the 2014 Kentucky Classic video:
https://vimeo.com/posttime/review/101619721/c4d4afadfe

The National Drive is a 6-day event devoted to recreational equine driving. This event is the largest gathering of recreational equine drivers in North America. Highlighting the event is a series of clinics, demonstrations and private driving lessons featuring some of the nation’s most prominent clinicians and driving experts. Participants are able to drive their horses throughout the park from dawn until dusk. For more information on the National Drive please visit http://www.nationaldrive.net/2017-spring-fling.html or call Save Sadler at 217-621-5547.

This is an AHA Region 14 & 13 qualifier for Arabians and Half Arabians. There are plenty of classes for ALL  breeds as well. This show features classes in sport horse and halter in hand as well as performance classes in sport horse and all performance disciplines. Classes for youth and adult level riding including walk-trot, showmanship, fun classes, trail and liberty, the favorite of the show. Contact by phone at 270-735-5331. The website is www.puremorab.com (go to "Horse Show" link on top menu bar).

The Certified Horsemanship Association will take place in the club lounge and the covered arena from October 27, 2017 through October 28, 2017. This event is open to the public with advanced day rate or full conference ticket purchase. For more information, please contact Christy Landwehr with the Certified Horsemanship Association at http://cha-ahse.org/store/pages/47/International_Conference.html.

During the Octoberfest Horse Trials green through novice divisions will be on display and is a great event for green to advanced horses in training. There will also be a trade fair on the grounds as well as a costume contest on Saturday during the combined test stadium jumping and on Sunday on cross-country.

Tentative schedule:
Saturday October 29-Dressage and Stadium Jumping
Sunday October 30-Cross country, followed by cross country schooling after all competitor rides

Snowbird Dressage is a Kentucky Dressage Association sanctioned Dressage show. The series will include USEA classes with the February and March shows, offering more excitement for competitors and spectators alike. Introductory, Training, First, Second, and Third and above levels will be exhibited. For more information on Snowbird Dressage, please contact Julie Congleton at 859-846-4889 or go to www.kentuckydressageassociation.com. Photo courtesy of PhelpsPhotos.

Team EnGaged Clinics is pleased to present a two-day masterclass with Olympian, European and world champion, and multiple record holder Charlotte Dujardin, at the Covered Arena at Kentucky Horse Park.

This two-day class will focus on young horses to developing Grand Prix and the fundamental formula behind Charlotte's winning system.

Tickets available here: https://buff.ly/2BloD59

The Kentucky Three-Day Event returns to Kentucky Horse Park in Lexington, April 26-April 29. The field includes dozens of riders from countries all over the world.

This is one of the world's most prestigious equestrian competitions, and is one of only six Four-Star Three-Day Events in the world and the only one in the Western Hemisphere. It is a part of the FEI Classics Series, which unites the top four-star international Eventing competitions from around the world.

Known to fans as "The Best Weekend all Year," the Kentucky Three-Day Event offers something for everyone: the highest-level of equestrian competitors, tailgating, music, shopping, bourbon tastings, and more. Visitors also receive general admission to the Kentucky Horse Park, America's only theme park dedicated to horses.

Call (859) 254-8123 to order tickets.

A Hunter Pace is a simulated day in the hunt field (without hounds). Teams of two to four riders follow a flagged course through hunt country. Divisions for jumping (first flight), non-jumping (hilltoppers), and pleasure (trail riders). The team closest to the optimum time (without going over) wins. *First team on course at 9:00 am. Last team on course by 1:00 pm.* Ribbons awarded for 1st through 3rd. Hunt attire NOT required.  Western riders welcome! Helmets required. 

Opportunity for young horse enthusiasts to become familiar with stable management, equine care, horseback riding, and the history of the horse. Located in the Education Barn. 

(No horse experience required)

ages 8-12

Price
$275.00 per person, per week 
All payments must be paid in full. Once registration is, complete refunds will not be granted.

The International Saddle Seat Equitation World Cup is a bi-annual competition which originated in the early 1980s with an informal exchange of saddle seat athletes in the United States and South Africa. The event features amateur athletes 14 years of age and older who compete for individual scores, which ultimately accumulate toward a total team score. The athletes compete on horses that are supplied by the host competition and horses they are not familiar with, which is a true test of their riding skills. The competition consists of four segments, to be completed in two phases held on different days: rail work, where the athletes compete as a group, and then in individual workouts.

The Hagyard Lexington Classic is part of the Kentucky Summer Horse Show and takes place in the Rolex Stadium. For more information, visit www.hagyard.com

A Hunter Pace is a simulated day in the hunt field (without hounds). Teams of two to four riders follow a flagged course through hunt country. Divisions for jumping (first flight), non-jumping (hilltoppers), and pleasure (trail riders). The team closest to the optimum time (without going over) wins. *First team on course at 9:00 am. Last team on course by 1:00 pm.* Ribbons awarded for 1st through 3rd. Hunt attire NOT required.  Western riders welcome! Helmets required. 

Join us for our March show! 

Entry forms are posted on our website.

Shows are MSEDA and KDA Sanctioned. 

Organizers: Julie Congleton & Judi Tudor
Email: [email protected]

NRHA Show at the Alltech Arena to benefit the Reining Horse Foundation. A 4th of July Celebration and a week of awesome reining competition to honor a wonderful man and a fabulous foundation.

Find the show schedule here.

Stay connected with us by following our Facebook group here!

Created in 1937, to help fund the Junior League's community works project, the horse show has grown to be the world's largest outdoor American Saddlebred show and the first leg of the Saddlebred "Triple Crown".  Today, the show attracts approximatley 1,000 world recognized competitors from the U.S. and Canada, has raised over four million dollars for charitable and civic organizations in Central Kentucky and generates over 5 million dollars revenue for local merchants each summer.  The Lexington Jr. League Charity Horse Show has truly made a tremendous impact in Saddlebred industry; as well as, in our local community.   

We encourage everyone to come out with family and friends and experience some of the finest American Saddlebreds compete at Kentucky Horse Park’s Rolex Arena, July 8th - 13th, 2019!

General admission tickets may be purchased at the door for $5 Monday through Thursday, and $10 Friday & Saturday. Children under six are admitted free. Morning Sessions are free to the public.  Proceeds benefit local and regional charitable organizations sponsored by the Junior League of Lexington.

Rood & Riddle Equine Hospital is the proud sponsor of the Rood & Riddle Kentucky Grand Prix, a premier show jumping competition held annually at the Kentucky Horse Park for the past 25 years. 

The Kentucky Grand Prix provides spectators with the excitement and drama found only in the most competitive sporting events. Top-level show jumpers are guaranteed to impress the crowd as they soar over thirteen, 5-foot fences. Join us and witness the athletic ability of Grand Prix Show Jumpers and the teamwork of horse and rider! 

The objective of the Grand Prix is for each horse and rider to clear every obstacle on the course with the least number of faults (penalties), and the fastest time. Faults are given for dropped rails, refusals, and time exceeding recommendations. In the event of a tie of two or more horses completing the first round with 0 faults, an altered course is set, and a timed jump off is held to determine the winner.

A Grand Prix course is extremely challenging, and requires tremendous strength and agility from both horse and rider to complete with no faults!

So much more than just a horse show, our Event features educational opportunities, the exciting Egyptian Breeders' Challenge, an elegant gala and art auction, unique shopping opportunities, and best of all, a chance to make new friends from around the world.

Join us for edge-of-your-seat rodeo excitement, Kentucky's finest local music, and fun activities for the kids at Alltech Arena, November 22 & 23!

Doors Open at 5:30 p.m.
Music starts at 6:30 p.m. and continues through the night
Rodeo starts at 7:00 p.m.

All in the Alltech Arena  - 5,500 seat capacity  - 8 VIP luxury suites  - Concourse exhibit space - Full bar and concessions 

Click to buy your tickets now! 

The IPRA National All-Region Finals 

Live Music

We're bringing some of Kentucky's finest local music to the stage before, during and after the rodeo!  

FRIDAY // Bourbon Branch Band

Bourbon Branch Band was Founded in the Summer of 2014 as a side project from various other bands. The band mixes southern rock, country, blues, Motown, and a touch of bluegrass in their sound.

SATURDAY // Avery Crabtree Band 

Avery Crabtree Band is a local band who writes and performs their own music around the Bluegrass.

The Kids Corral!

The Kid's Corral is where you will find inflatables, face painting, and other kid’s activities! The best part – access to the Kids Corral is included with your Rodeo admission! Each child must be accompanied and supervised by an adult 18+ at all times.

Location: Kentucky Horse Park, Alltech Arena

4089 Ironworks Parkway, Lexington Ky 40511

Buy tickets online and save!

Tickets will be sold at the door.

General Admission, Online $20 - Door $25
College Night (Friday), Online $15 - Door $20
Veteran, Active Military First Responder, Online $15 - Door $20
Weekend, Online $35 - Door $40

Ages 5 and under free.

Live/onsite multi-breed gaited equine auction specializing in pleasure Tennessee Walking Horses. 

Welcome and anticipated entries include the following: Kentucky Mountain Saddle Horse, Racking Horse, Tennessee Walking Horse, Missouri Fox Trotter, Rocky Mountain Horse, United Mountain Horse, National Spotted Saddle Horse, Spotted Saddle Horse, American Gaited Mule. 

For deadlines and event details please see www.horsesaleslp.com

Snowbird Dressage is a Kentucky Dressage Association sanctioned Dressage show. The series will include USEA classes with the February and March shows, offering more excitement for competitors and spectators alike. Introductory, Training, First, Second, and Third and above levels will be exhibited. For more information on Snowbird Dressage, please contact Julie Congleton at 859-846-4889 or go to www.kentuckydressageassociation.com. 

In an abundance of caution and in setting the example for social distancing in managing COVID-19, the decision has been made to postpone the Cinch Ranch Sorting Event scheduled for March 19-22.

This decision was made in conjunction with event organizers, Kentucky Tourism, Arts and Heritage Cabinet and the Kentucky Horse Park, as part of the Commonwealth’s ongoing effort to ensure the health and wellness of the public as Kentucky fights aggressively to prevent the spread of COVID-19.

It is the mission of RSNC to lead the industry in developing and improving the sport of Ranch Sorting through affordability and a fair rating system. Their goal is to preserve the heritage and integrity of the ranching lifestyle while providing a family-oriented, competitive riding experience at the grassroots level. These competitions are so popular because competing is affordable, with entry fees starting at $15 for a Beginner Ranch Hand.  Classes are jackpotted so contestants have an opportunity to WIN cash.  Even with thousands of dollars in cash and prizes at stake, everyone can ride for $50 or less, even at the National Finals.  So come out and watch the fun!

Learn more at www.rsnc.us.

Over the years, the Kentucky Horse Park has not only been the place to see horses and experience an authentic working horse farm, but it has also been home to many equestrian events and competitions. The Park is continuously growing and expanding every year to enhance our visitors and competitor’s experience. To take the experience to the next level the Kentucky Horse Park is excited to include the Park's own horse show - the Spring Opener.

The 2020 Spring Opener horse show will be an unrated, two-day, open level show with English classes to be held on Saturday, March 28^th and Western classes to be held on Sunday, March 29^th. The show will offer competitors and their equine partners a wide variety of divisions and classes.
  

Class Entry Fee (Per Class) $25
*$5 off stabling for pre-entry

Stabling Fee (Per Day) $35
*or $60 for the weekend, includes Friday ship in

Grounds Fee (Per Day) $35
if NOT stabling on park grounds

Equine Facility Fee $10

FREE CLASS ENTRY FEES TO ALL TINY TOTS AND SMALL FRYS!!

View the Spring Opener Showbill here!

View the Show Program here!

Download Entry Form

Pre-entries and stabling will begin early January.

 Photos by Steeped in Fairy Tales

The Country Heir I Hunter Jumper Show is a 5-day hunter/jumper show, and is the first part of a 2-part show conducted by Country Heir. This is a USEF-sanctioned event. The headlining classes include the $10,000 Welcome Prix, $40,000 George Hennessy Grand Prix II and the $30,000 US Hunter Jumper Association International Hunter Derby.

The Country Heir II Hunter Jumper Show is a 5-day hunter/jumper show, and is the second part of a 2-part show conducted by Country Heir. This is a USEF-sanctioned event. Some of the headlining classes include the $10,000 Half Million Jumper Stake, the $25,000 Rood & Riddle Grand Prix, and the $50,000 Country Heir II Grand Prix National Standard II.

More info to come.

The Extreme Mustang Makeover Kentucky slated for June 25-27 will now be held as a virtual event. Read more... 

Come watch trainers compete for $125,000 in cash and prizes.  Created and presented by the Mustang Heritage Foundation the purpose of the Extreme Mustang Makeover competition is to showcase the beauty, versatility and trainability of the American Mustangs.  This event features mustangs aged 3-6 that have had little to no human contact.  Approved trainers are paired with a mustang and have about 100 days to gentle and train it to compete in classes in handling, conditioning, pattern and trail riding.  The Top 10 will compete in a freestyle finale on Saturday.  At the conclusion all of the horses will be available for sale to the public.

Established in 2001, the USEF Junior Hunter National Championship showcases the best junior hunters in the nation while providing riders opportunities to meet and spend time with competitors from all over the country. In 2014, the new 3’3” Junior Hunter section was added to the Championship and has quickly gained popularity.  Each year, more than 2,000 eligible hunters qualify to compete in the prestigious final which is held on each coast and is comprised of three phases: handy hunter, classic, and under saddle phase. The overall score from the weighted sections determines the ultimate winner.

If you wish to consign or need more information please contact Chuck or Lauri Givens. If you would like to submit your prospects for this years sale, please download the entry form below. Once completed with the pedigree, please mail the form with payment for consideration to:

Born 2 Win Horse Sale
Attn: Chuck and Lauri Givens
1509 Red House Road
Richmond, KY 40475

Learn more at http://chuckgivens.com.

IMPORTANT REMINDER – If you are making plans to attend our 2020 Born 2 Win Sale and need hookups or camping space you will need to make camping reservations with Reserve America. All contact info is listed below.

The Kentucky Horse Park has several other activities going on the same weekend as the horse sale, so availability could be limited. The Kentucky Horse Park has 260 camping spaces available.

www.reserveamerica.com
Or call for reservations (888)-459-7275

Come on out to the Kentucky Horse Park in Lexington, Kentucky September 9th through September 12th, 2020, for the 32nd Annual Rocky Mountain Horse Association International Grand Championships. Horses representing the Rocky Mountain Horse breed from all over the country will come together to compete for the once in a lifetime chance to be crowned Grand Champion. Whether you are a horse owner, or just have an interest or curiosity about horses, this is a terrific opportunity to meet and see a wonderful cross-section of horses that make up the Rocky Mountain Horse breed.

Rocky Mountain International Grand Championships:

https://rmhai.com

https://vimeo.com/344167127/7755c55eeb

Rocky Mountain Horse Association: https://www.rmhorse.com

Equestrian Events, Inc, the organizers of the Land Rover Kentucky Three-Day Event presented by MARS Equestrian, is organizing a two-day cross-country schooling at the Kentucky Horse Park on September 26 & 27, 2020. Each day of schooling will be split into three 4-hour sessions, as follows:

Saturday, September 26
-Session 1: 7:30 AM - 11:30 AM
-Session 2: 11:30 AM - 3:30 PM
-Session 3: 3:30 PM - 7:30 PM

Sunday, September 27
-Session 1: 7:30 AM - 11:30 AM
-Session 2: 11:30 AM - 3:30 PM
-Session 3: 3:30 PM - 7:30 PM

Equestrian Events, Inc. is a 501(c)3 non-profit charitable organization and all funds collected will go towards the schooling expenses and any remaining will be put into our fund to continue running the K3DE CCI5* every April and the 2021 American Eventing Championships. Both of these events, while crucial for our sport and US team, are also huge economy boosters for Central Kentucky.

Click the link below for guidelines to schooling and registration. 

https://bluehorseentries.com/competition/963fef20461b843716e51cd02c0a83e5/view

The Kentucky Dressage Association Fall Classic is a KDA recognized Dressage show with classes from introductory level to grand prix level. For more information on the Kentucky Dressage Association Fall Classic please go to www.kentuckydressageassociation.com or call (859) 351-4137. Photo courtesy of Phelps Photos.

Snowbird Dressage is a Kentucky Dressage Association sanctioned Dressage show. The series will include USEA classes with the February and March shows, offering more excitement for competitors and spectators alike. Introductory, Training, First, Second, and Third and above levels will be exhibited. For more information on Snowbird Dressage, please contact Julie Congleton at 859-846-4889 or go to www.kentuckydressageassociation.com. 

Venue: KHP Rolex Arena
Judges: Tami Batts “S” Judge, Cheryl Holekamp “S” Judge, Debbie Riehl-Rodriquez “S” Judge
TD: Fran Cross USEF “R” Judge

 For more information visit: https://www.kentuckydressageassociation.com/

AQHA, NSBA, & KyQHA Approved
Over $250,000 to be awarded

Judge Pool: Tonya Brown, TW Grose, Carolyn Rice, Holly Hover, Jennifer Thompson Lisson, Kelly Chapman, Jennifer Leckey, Lynda Danielson, Bob Kail & Mark Llewellyn

More info: https://www.anequineproduction.com/the-premier-kentucky

Arabian Horse Association Website

The week-long USPC Festival is held every three years at the Kentucky Horse Park in Lexington, KY. More than 3,000 Pony Club members, volunteers, and families participate. USPC Festival is divided up into two parts: Championships and Education. The national Championships are held the first part of the week.  Followed by with mounted and unmounted clinics and workshops taught by Pony Club graduates, Olympians, and equine industry professionals. Throughout the week, participants, family, and visitors can shop at the USPC Festival Trade Fair, participate in and watch the Mock Foxhunt, and enjoy all aspects of Pony Club activities.

Additional Information:
https://www.ponyclub.org/Events/Festival/Default.aspx

Pull up your bootstraps and grab your cowboy hat for a boot-scootin' good time at an upscale barn party to celebrate the 40th anniversary of CKRH’s service to our community…..  Enjoy dinner & drinks, a silent auction, and a riding demonstration by CKRH’s young participants all in support of a local nonprofit which provides equine therapeutic activities to individuals with physical, cognitive, or behavioral disabilities. Tickets can be purchased after August 1st on the event website. Attire is boots & jeans casual.

SATURDAY, AUGUST 21, 2021 AT 6 PM – 10 PM
Learn more at... www.ckrh.org/night-of-the-stars

Virtual attendance is also welcome via an online live stream broadcast on the day of the event which can be found at ckrh.org/night-of-the-stars

Venue/Location:
CKRH Barn at Kentucky Horse Park, 4185 Walt Robertson Rd, Lexington, KY, 40511

Contact:
Jeannie Brewer, 859-231-7066, [email protected]

Western dressage combines the principles of dressage with the western stock horse tradition. A Western dressage partnership should exhibit impulsion originating from deeply engaged hindquarters transmitted without resistance through a supple topline to a light, soft contact with the rider’s hand(s). The horse should move freely forward, laterally, and to the rear via a willingness to work off the hindquarters, which enables the Western horse to be a useful working partner. A Western dressage partnership should culminate in a happy, harmonious horse and rider relationship. To learn more about western dressage go to: Western Dressage | US Equestrian (usef.org)

Learn more:  

https://www.kentuckydressageassociation.com/calendar/2021/8/28/kda-usef-wd-lite-show

Regional Championship USDF Qualifying Season August 25, 2020- September 13, 2021    

Plus an open show (qualification not necessary for open show classes.)

This event is located in the Rolex Arena and the Hunter/Jumper Complex. 

The United States Mounted Games Association was formed to inspire, encourage interest, and increase participation in Mounted Games in the United States. Their mission is to increase the number of riders involved in Mounted Games, improve the quality and number of our United States competitions, and to enhance the image of equestrian games as a spectator sport. USMGA aims to provide niche in equine sports by making Mounted Games, a relatively inexpensive horse sport, available to the general public for the advancement and understanding of the equine industry.

The Civilian Equine Sensory Clinic is hosted by the Kentucky Horse Park and the Lexington Mounted Police Unit. National and international instructors will provide training in obstacle, sensory and equitation techniques. The clinic, grounded in natural horsemanship fundamentals, is done in-hand and under saddle. Training is conducted in a controlled environment geared to improving the confidence of both horse and rider. All breeds of horses and riding disciplines are welcome. (Must be 18 years old to participate.)

If you experience difficulties registering while using a mobile device, please try to register while using a desktop computer. You will receive a confirmation email when registration and payment are completed. Please contact Anne Anderson for more information at 859-299-5744 or [email protected].

Click here for registration and more details.

The great sport of Ranch Sorting is exploding all across the US and we at the CINCH RANCH SORTING NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS couldn’t be more excited. We are now over 30,000 members strong, with over 4,500 shows produced, and over 6,000 teams annually attending the World Finals! It is the mission of CINCH RSNC to lead the industry in developing and improving the sport of Ranch Sorting through affordability and a fair rating system. Our goal is to preserve the heritage and integrity of the ranching lifestyle while providing a family-oriented, competitive riding experience at the grassroots level.

Dave Wolfe – President

For more information please visit Ranch Sorting National Championships | Preserving the ranching lifestyle – One sort at a time (rsnc.us)

CLUB MATCH EVERY SUNDAY at 3PM – We invite you to come and watch the Sport of Kings played in the horse Capitol of the World. Weather permitting, public matches are held between June 1st through the end of September. Practices take place Wednesdays/Fridays at 5:30 PM and matches 3:00 PM on Sundays. Tailgaiting is free to all with $5 parking.

Since its inception in 1977, the Lexington Polo Club has maintained its reputation as a premier destination for players and horses alike. The Lexington Polo Club hosted the U.S. Open Polo Championship at the Kentucky Horse Park in 1988, 1989, 1990, and 1991 and has a long history of maintaining some of the best Bermuda polo fields in the country.

Updates and weather notices: https://www.facebook.com/LexingtonKYPolo

The Lexington Carriage Classic is a United States Equestrian Federation (USEF) “Approved Pleasure Driving Competition” and will be held in accordance with USEF Rules.

Lexington Carriage Classic Website

CLUB MATCH EVERY SUNDAY at 3PM – We invite you to come and watch the Sport of Kings played in the horse Capitol of the World. Weather permitting, public matches are held between June 1st through the end of September. Practices take place Wednesdays/Fridays at 5:30 PM and matches 3:00 PM on Sundays.

Tailgaiting is free to all with $5 parking.

Since its inception in 1977, the Lexington Polo Club has maintained its reputation as a premier destination for players and horses alike. The Lexington Polo Club hosted the U.S. Open Polo Championship at the Kentucky Horse Park in 1988, 1989, 1990, and 1991 and has a long history of maintaining some of the best Bermuda polo fields in the country.

Updates and weather notices: https://www.facebook.com/LexingtonKYPolo

CLUB MATCH EVERY SUNDAY at 3PM – We invite you to come and watch the Sport of Kings played in the horse Capitol of the World. Weather permitting, public matches are held between June 1st through the end of September. Practices take place Wednesdays/Fridays at 5:30 PM and matches 3:00 PM on Sundays.

Tailgaiting is free to all with $5 parking.

Since its inception in 1977, the Lexington Polo Club has maintained its reputation as a premier destination for players and horses alike. The Lexington Polo Club hosted the U.S. Open Polo Championship at the Kentucky Horse Park in 1988, 1989, 1990, and 1991 and has a long history of maintaining some of the best Bermuda polo fields in the country.

Updates and weather notices: https://www.facebook.com/LexingtonKYPolo

The Platinum Performance/USHJA Green Hunter Incentive Championship returns to the Kentucky Horse Park in Lexington, Kentucky, from August 16-18, 2022.

Two Championships are offered—one for Green Hunters competing at 3'0" and 3'3", and one for Green Hunters competing for 3'6" or 3'9".  

https://www.ushja.org/competition/hunter/green-hunter-incentive-program/annual-championship

The Platinum Performance/USHJA International Hunter Derby Championship returns to the Kentucky Horse Park in Lexington, Kentucky, from August 18-20, 2022.

https://www.ushja.org/competition/hunter/international-hunter-derby/championship

For more information, please visit: september 2-4, 2022 – KYEvents

The purpose of the KDA is to promote and strengthen the art and sport of Dressage in the Commonwealth of Kentucky. KDA will provide leadership to its members to assist them in fostering individual and collective growth by providing education, publications, competitions, exhibitions, and increasing general public awareness for Dressage.

This show will be hosted in the Annex Ring. 

Learn More…

https://www.kentuckydressageassociation.com/calendar

CLUB MATCH EVERY SUNDAY at 3PM – We invite you to come and watch the Sport of Kings played in the horse Capitol of the World. Weather permitting, public matches are held between June 1st through the end of September. Practices take place Wednesdays/Fridays at 5:30 PM and matches 3:00 PM on Sundays.

Tailgaiting is free to all with $5 parking.

Since its inception in 1977, the Lexington Polo Club has maintained its reputation as a premier destination for players and horses alike. The Lexington Polo Club hosted the U.S. Open Polo Championship at the Kentucky Horse Park in 1988, 1989, 1990, and 1991 and has a long history of maintaining some of the best Bermuda polo fields in the country.

Updates and weather notices: https://www.facebook.com/LexingtonKYPolo

The Kentucky Horse Park Police and the Lexington Police Department present the 37th Annual National Mounted Police Colloquium at Alltech Arena on September 12-12, 2022. Instruction will include flatwork, jumping, crowd control, tactics and search techniques. Guests are welcome to watch daily training at Alltech Arena. 

Learn more here... https://kyhorsepark.com/visit-khp/education/classes-clinics/

Established in 2015, Split Rock Jumping Tour is an Unparalleled Show Jumping event in Lexington, KY "The Horse Capital of the World." Founded by rider Derek Braun.

Split Rock Hunter Jumper Fall I CSI3*

The Kentucky Mountain Saddle Horse Association and the Spotted Mountain Horse Association pledge to protect and preserve the heritage of their breeds by leading their membership in a positive and productive direction in this season and beyond. 

Their united goal is to promote the value of our horse through positive premier programs, including National and Regional Shows, Trail Rides, National Marketing and Promotions, emphasizing quality and value.

Established in 2015, Split Rock Jumping Tour is an Unparalleled Show Jumping event in Lexington, KY "The Horse Capital of the World." Founded by rider Derek Braun.

Split Rock Hunter Jumper Fall II CSI3*

The American Rodeo East Regional Finals

As the ultimate high-stakes showdown in western sports nears, talented rodeo athletes will descend upon Lexington’s Alltech Arena at the Kentucky Horse Park Feb. 8-10 for The American Contender Tournament East Region Finals.

East coast fans will have the opportunity to cheer on dedicated “Contenders” in addition to professional athletes in the Top 6-20 positions in the 2022 world standings, as they battle it out in hopes of punching their ticket to advance to The American Rodeo in Arlington, Texas to take on the top champions in the sport.

With stakes so high on the line, fans are sure to be on the edge of their seats in Lexington as three days of nonstop action takes to the dirt at 9:30 a.m. EST on Wednesday, Feb. 8, 8:30 a.m. CST on Thursday, Feb. 9 and 7:30 p.m. EST on Friday, Feb. 10.

Entry is free for fans during the semi-final rounds on Wednesday and Thursday. Tickets for the final round on Friday evening are $25 for adults and $5 for children 10 or under. 

Tickets for The American Contender Tournament’s East Region Finals can be purchased HERE.

Regional Semi-Finals: Wednesday, February 8 at 9:30 AM (Free Event!)
Regional Semi-Finals: Thursday, February 9 at 8:30 AM (Free Event!)
Regional Finals: Friday, February 10 at 7:30 PM (Doors Open at 6:30)
Click Here for tickets!

Bulls, Bands, and Barrels will be returning to the Alltech arena on February 11th at 7pm! 

“It offers something for everyone. Some people come for the bull riding, some come for the barrel racing, and some people come for the band. It kind of gives everybody a reason to come out. It’s a good family event and everyone is guaranteed a good time!”

We are bringing the rankest bulls, fastest barrel racers, and loudest bands to cities all across the Southeast! At each event, we bring in fresh and upcoming country artists, bright lights, rank bulls, and fast horses to make sure that we keep our audiences on the edge of their seats the entire time

For more information: https://bullsbandsandbarrels.com

https://www.facebook.com/BullsBandsandBarrels/

Snowbird Dressage is a Kentucky Dressage Association sanctioned Dressage show. The series will include USEA classes with the February and March shows, offering more excitement for competitors and spectators alike. 

Introductory, Training, First, Second, and Third and above levels will be exhibited. For more information on Snowbird Dressage, please contact Julie Congleton at 859-846-4889 or  Judi Tudor at 859-533-9924 859-396-6503 or go to www.kentuckydressageassociation.com. 

The Kentucky Crafted Market, the Kentucky Arts Council’s showcase event featuring the best art and craft in the Commonwealth, will return to the Kentucky Horse Park’s Alltech Arena, March 11-12 in Lexington.

More than 80 of Kentucky’s best visual and craft artists, all adjudicated members of the arts council’s Kentucky Crafted program, will exhibit and sell their work at The Market.

Friday, March 11: 10am to 5pm
Saturday, March 12: 10am to 4pm

Full details can be found here: http://artscouncil.ky.gov/

The purpose of Road to the Horse is to identify the superior colt starter who accumulates the highest score throughout the competition. Judging focuses on the competitor and the effectiveness of their horsemanship methodology to communicate, educate and build a partnership with their colt based on trust

Visit Road to the Horse

The Paul Frazer Memorial Combined Test and Dressage Competition is dedicated to a former CKRH Board Member who for years worked to remove physical barriers to handicapped young people in our schools. Paul designed the first handicapped bus in the Fayette County Public Schools, and his design later served as a model for all handicapped buses in Kentucky. As Director of Maintenance for Fayette County schools, Paul oversaw the construction of handicapped ramps, installation of elevators and other structural remodeling to ensure access for every student.

Paul's work with the handicapped and his interest in horses came together in the 1980s when he and his wife, Betty, accompanied a friend to her riding lesson. Paul was so impressed with CKRH that he volunteered to help do whatever was needed. “Hey Chief, what do we need to do today,” were words often heard by someone calling for help. Even after major surgery, Paul continued to help with CKRH. Although he was physically limited, his spirit was strong in cheering everyone on.

We miss seeing Paul, but evidence of his work is around us always. This annual show is dedicated to his memory. It's our way of saying, “Thank you,” and maybe it is his way of ensuring that CKRH continues to provide recreational, therapeutic and socialization opportunities to students of all ages.

K Bar C Ranch is excited to bring to you Ain't Foolin' Around; our first ever 2-day series show at the Kentucky Horse Park’s Covered Arena! 

This series will run on April Fool’s Weekend (April 1 and 2nd, 2023). Each day will have a peewee, youth and open class and there will be a high-stakes race with 80% payback benefitting the University of Kentucky Rodeo Team on Sunday. Division average winners will receive awards including saddles, buckles, halters, and monetary payouts at the conclusion of the series.  

Thanks to the Kentucky Horse Park, we also are able to offer stalls and RV hookups for purchase at the entry booth. Vendor booths will also be available and can be reserved by contacting K Bar C Ranch.

We look forward to seeing you there!

Learn more...

K Bar C Ranch and Performance Horses website: www.kbarcranch.com 

K Bar C Ranch Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/kbarcranchky

K Bar C Performance Horses Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/kbarcperformancehorses 

The Kentucky Spring Premier Horse Show is a charity driven show, the KY Spring Premier has held silent auctions, pitch a pig contests and other efforts to raise money for such charities as Thursday’s Child and the American Saddlebred Museum.

The show provides a laid-back atmosphere while allowing exhibitors a first class horse show in a beautiful setting. There is nothing more beautiful than Kentucky in the springtime and no place on earth is more spectacular than the Kentucky Horse Park.

We hope you will come join us at the Kentucky Spring Premier American Saddlebred Horse Show. The three-day full schedule includes a wide range of performance classes for Saddlebreds, Hackneys, and Road Horses.  

Click here to learn more!

The first horse trials in our area which serves a a pipe-opener for our regional eventers. Horses and riders will compete in dressage and show jumping at the KHP on Saturday and then return to Masterson Station Park on Sunday where they will complete the competition by going 'cross country' - jumping fixed obstacles that incorporate ditches, water, banks and spread fences within an allotted optimum time.

Learn more...
www.kyevents.net

The United States Mounted Games Association provides opportunities for riders of all ages to enjoy games on horseback and to compete internationally as well as in the United States.

The United States Mounted Games Association was formed to inspire, encourage interest, and increase participation in Mounted Games in the United States. Their mission is to increase the number of riders involved in Mounted Games, improve the quality and number of our United States competitions, and to enhance the image of equestrian games as a spectator sport. USMGA aims to provide niche in equine sports by making Mounted Games, a relatively inexpensive horse sport, available to the general public for the advancement and understanding of the equine industry.

For more information, visit www.usmga.us or the US Mounted Games Association Facebook page.

EQUESTRIAN EVENTS, INC. (EEI) – the organizers of the Kentucky Three-Day Event is a non–profit Kentucky corporation formed initially to stage the 1978 World Three–Day Event Championships at the brand new Kentucky Horse Park.

In October 1976, as preparation for the World Championships, EEI organized the first horse trials ever held at the Horse Park. In 1977, the organization coordinated the staging of the national Pony Club Rally in August and produced the North American Junior Three–Day Event Championships in September.

The 1978 World Three-Day Event Championships, held for the first time in the United States September 14–17, were an unprecedented success.  (See the original 1978 Time Magazine story on the event here.) Individual World Champion Bruce Davidson of Pennsylvania retained the world title riding his young and courageous American Thoroughbred, Might Tango. The popular team of riders and horses from Canada were the winners of the Team Gold Medal.

EEI’s mission is to support the development of riders and horses in one or more of the sports recognized by the Fédération Equestre Internationale (FEI). Through the staging of an annual event at the highest level, EEI seeks to ensure the competitiveness of the United States in international competition, and to enhance the equine industry worldwide. EEI is governed by a 28–person Board of Directors and with daily management overseen by their professional staff.

For more information visit: https://kentuckythreedayevent.com/

Ticket are on sale now! Visit: https://kentuckythreedayevent.com/tickets/

When: Friday, April 28, 2023 | Saturday, April 29, 2023
Where: Rolex Stadium, Kentucky Horse Park

Classes: Friday: 1.45m Ranking Class | Saturday: 1.60m Grand Prix
Prize Money: Friday: $38,700 | Saturday: $226,000
Course Designer: Guilherme Jorge

Equestrian Events, Inc. is again partnering with Split Rock Jumping Tour to produce the $226,000 Kentucky CSI3* Invitational Grand Prix presented by Hagyard Equine Medical Institute on Saturday night of the Land Rover Kentucky Three-Day Event presented by MARS Equestrian™ at the Kentucky Horse Park.

Introduced at the 2018 Land Rover Kentucky Three-Day Event, the Kentucky CSI3* Invitational has taken place to the cheers of a packed stadium of fans.

In addition to the Invitational Grand Prix, which features some 30 international riders, there will be a $38,700 1.45m FEI ranking class on Friday following the completion of the Land Rover Kentucky dressage competition.

Guilherme Jorge, show jumping course designer at the 2016 Rio Olympic Games, is the course designer for the CSI.

Stadium Tickets

Friday Ranking Class: No stadium seat ticket required. This event is open seating.

Saturday Grand Prix: Stadium seat tickets for Grand Prix on Saturday are required. Tickets are $10, plus fees.

• • Land Rover Kentucky 3-Day Event Ground Admission tickets are not needed to see the Friday or Saturday Grand Prix if you enter after 3 pm.

Buy your stadium tickets for the Grand Prix here

Hospitality Tent

Enjoy the Friday Grand Prix and Saturday’s $226,000 Grand Prix from a ringside tent overlooking the arena!

• Table for 8: $5,00000
• Single Grand Prix Hospitality tickets available for $750 per person.

Organizers

Equestrian Events, Inc. (EEI) is a non-profit charitable Kentucky corporation that was established initially to produce the 1978 World Three-Day Event Championships at the Kentucky Horse Park. Following the success of those championships, EEI established an annual event that evolved into the world-renowned Kentucky Three-Day Event which draws more than 80,000 spectators to the Kentucky Horse Park each year.

The Split Rock Jumping Tour is an internationally-recognized show jumping series now in its third year that attracts an impressive line-up of Olympic veterans and international riders. Split Rock events give competitors, sponsors and spectators an “Unparalleled Show Jumping Experience” with world-class venues, top prize money, extravagant awards and numerous first-class amenities for riders, horses, owners, sponsors and spectators.

For more information: https://kentuckythreedayevent.com

IHSA welcomes beginners through advanced riders in the hunter and Western disciplines to compete individually or on a team. Men and women compete with and against each other.

IHSA eliminates the expenses of horse ownership. Horses are furnished by host colleges and are chosen by drawing lots. The use of personal tack is not allowed and schooling is not permitted. The format fairly tests the horsemanship of the athletes. Divisions range from Beginner to the Open Division for the more experienced riders.

Full-time undergraduate students of member colleges or alumni who competed in the IHSA as undergraduates are eligible to compete. Riders qualify for the National Championship Horse Show (Nationals) through a point system. During the year, contestants accumulate points at their IHSA local shows to qualify for the Regional Finals in their respective divisions. The top two riders in each class of the Regional Finals move forward to the Zone Finals. The top two competitors in each class at Zones qualify for Nationals.

For more information please visit: https://www.ihsainc.com/home

Derby Day Classic Horse Show May 6 & 7, 2023 

At the Kentucky Horse Park Covered Arena.

A USHJA Outreach Program Competition & Kentucky Hunter Jumper Association Local Rated

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Event takes place in Covered Arena, Hunter Jumper Complex, Rolex Stadium, and Walnut Ring. 

For more information please visit: https://kentuckyhorseshows.com/competitions/

Takes place in Covered Arena, Hunter Jumper Complex, Rolex Stadium, and Walnut Ring. 

 For more information please visit: https://kentuckyhorseshows.com/competitions/

May-Daze is a MSEDA sanctioned event that takes place at the Kentucky Horse Park annually each May. 

For more information please visit:  https://useventing.com/events-competitions/calendar/event?event=17924

Live Scoring: https://startboxscoring.com/showcalendar.php

The Premier

2 AQHA World Show Qualifying Events for WP/HUS/All-Around & 3 AQHA World Show Qualifying Events for Over Fences! 

Featuring Premier Sires Limited Series, Breeders Futurity & Stakes classes as well as Premier Magazine classes.

Learn more at https://premiersires.com/thepremier/ 

Established in 2015, Split Rock Jumping Tour is an Unparalleled Show Jumping event in Lexington, KY "The Horse Capital of the World." Founded by rider Derek Braun.

Split Rock Hunter Jumper Classic I CSI2*

Established in 2015, Split Rock Jumping Tour is an Unparalleled Show Jumping event in Lexington, KY "The Horse Capital of the World." Founded by rider Derek Braun.

Split Rock Hunter Jumper Classic II CSI3*

The Midsouth Pony Club (MSPC) hosts its annual Horse Trials at the Kentucky Horse Park in Lexington, Kentucky (Area VIII) in late June of each year offering Starter through Intermediate/Preliminary divisions. The event runs concurrently with the Midsouth Pony Club Rally and also serves as a fundraiser for the Club.

For more information visit: https://useventing.com/events-competitions/calendar/event?event=17961

Learn more at... https://www.pfha.org/

USEF "B" rated Hunter Jumper Horse show.

Learn more:

https://www.facebook.com/Robert-Murphy-Stable-Horse-Show-214008269381059/

Created in 1937, to help fund the Junior League's community works project, the horse show has grown to be the world's largest outdoor American Saddlebred show and the first leg of the Saddlebred "Triple Crown".  Today, the show attracts approximately 1,000 world-recognized competitors from the U.S. and Canada, has raised over four million dollars for charitable and civic organizations in Central Kentucky and generates over 5 million dollars revenue for local merchants each summer.  The Lexington Jr. League Charity Horse Show has truly made a tremendous impact in the Saddlebred industry; as well as, in our local community. 

For full details visit https://www.lexjrleague.com/

Champagne Run Farm hosts the Champagne Run at the Park Horse Trials at the Kentucky Horse Park in Lexington, Kentucky (Area VIII) once a year in July for Starter through Preliminary levels. The Champagne Run team also hosts numerous schooling shows, including Octoberfest, as well as the USEA May Daze Horse Trials each May.

Omnibus: https://useventing.com/events-competitions/calendar/event?event=17979

Entry Status/Live Scoring: https://startboxscoring.com/showcalendar.php

For more information: Champagne Run Website

The Kentucky Summer Horse Show is a series of two 5-day competitions. The event draws some of the world’s top hunter/jumper talent from all over! 

Kentucky Summer Horse Show Website

Kentucky Horse Shows Website

 August 5th, 2022: $50,000 Kentucky Summer Grand Prix in the Rolex Stadium starting at 7pm! 

In 1959, the British National Pony Society and the British Show Pony Society challenged American pony riders to an international Pony Hunter Competition. First held at the prestigious National Horse Show in New York City, the best U.S. ponies and riders met head-to-head with the best British ponies and riders in the small and large divisions. The first competition emphasized conformation and under saddle performance. Jumping ability was tested over two fences and counted 20% toward the final score; the American riders in this inaugural competition were narrowly defeated 10 to 9. Two years later, the British National Pony Society hosted the competition. The American riders prepared by spending a rigorous two weeks at the famed Olympic Training Center in Gladstone, N.J. The training proved beneficial, as the U.S. returned with the trophy by earning a score of 13 over Britain’s 9.

In 1967, the American Horse Shows Association created the Pony Finals as a national event, open to all members who met the qualifying criteria. Since 1984, the finals have included the popular Pony Medal Championship, an equitation competition; and in 1999, the Green Hunter Pony Championship was added. Today, the USEF Pony Finals presented by Honor Hill Farms is the most prestigious and celebrated event of its kind in the United States. The Regular Hunter Pony and Green Hunter Pony Finals are a three phase competition judging the pony’s conformation, way of moving and jumping ability. The Marshall & Sterling/USEF Pony Medal Final tests young riders, judging their ability to compete over a technical and demanding course of fences. The USEF Pony Jumper Championship was designed as a stepping stone for junior riders who desire to move into the Grand Prix ring one day.

Learn more: USEF PONY FINALS WEBSITE

A series of Hunter/Jumper competitions located in Alltech Arena, Rolex Stadium, Walnut Ring, HJ Complex, Covered Arena.

For more information visit: www.kentuckyhorseshows.com. 

KHJA was originally founded in 1965 as a non-profit by a group of devoted individuals. They hosted their very first "A" rated show in 1981 at The Kentucky Horse Park, where it has grown over the years drawing people from all over to compete!  

Learn more at http://www.khja.org/

The USEA American Eventing Championships is the annual national championships for every level of eventing from Beginner Novice to Advanced. Each September, hundreds of juniors, adult amateurs, and professionals travel from all across the nation to participate in this prestigious competition, vying for the chance to win a piece of the prize money and fabulous prizes and the chance to be named the best in the nation at their respective levels.

The AEC has become a central goal for eventers of every age and to even qualify is a pinnacle achievement. The AEC is unique in the fact that it brings together around 500 competitors of every age and experience level from all corners of the country to one venue. This championship is the only one in the country where a 12-year old girl riding her pony has the chance to compete alongside multiple Olympic riders.

The AEC offers over $100,000 in prize money spread across all divisions. The Adequan USEA Gold Cup Championship - Advanced Division will have $40,000 up for grabs to the top placing riders. In addition to the cash, numerous prizes will be awarded through sixth place in every division and include some incredible products courtesy of our sponsors.

 For more information and tickets visit https://useventing.com/events-competitions/competitions/aec.

Horses representing the Rocky Mountain Horse breed from all over the country will come together to compete for the once-in-a-lifetime chance to be crowned Grand Champion. Whether you are a horse owner, or just have an interest or curiosity about horses, this is a terrific opportunity to meet and see a wonderful cross-section of horses that make up the Rocky Mountain Horse breed.

Learn more: https://www.rmhorse.com/

Midsouth Eventing & Dressage Association is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization.

MSEDA’s mission is to promote and preserve the sports of Eventing and Dressage in the Mid-South area, by providing leadership and education to its members and the community at large. To further these goals, MSEDA will provide educational opportunities, fair and safe competitions, promote the welfare of the horse and rider and reward the pursuit of excellence from the grass roots to the FEI level.

Learn more: MidSouth Eventing and Dressage Association - MSEDA Dressage at the Park

The Kentucky Horse Park will be the conference site for the 38th Annual National Mounted Police Colloquium.

SCHEDULE
Sept. 11: Arrival
Sept. 12-13: Classes
Sept. 14-15: Competition
Sept. 16: Move-out
REGISTRATION
Registration will be limited to the first 100
paid applicants. You are not registered
until payment or purchase order has been
received. Online registration and payment
is preferred.

HORSE AND FEE OPTIONS
OPTION 1:
$250 - Without horse
OPTION 2:
$425 - With your horse.
$400 - Early-bird discount PRIOR to July 1
OPTION 3:
$350 - Group rate of 8 or more. (Contact
[email protected] for group registration.)
FEE INCLUDES:
Tuition
Horse stall space (1 per horse)
Hospitality Room at Hotel
Coffee & Donuts: Tuesday-Friday
Lunch: Tuesday-Friday
Barbecue and Awards: Friday Night
Bedding can be pre‐ordered through Dever
Show Services at 859‐233‐9702. Exhibitors
should contact Dever Show Services at
least 24 hours prior to their arrival to make
arrangements.
EARLY ARRIVAL / LATE DEPARTURE / TACK STALL
Stalls available September 11-16, 2023
$25.00 per day early arrival/late departure
$25.00 per tack stall
Exceptions must be prearranged with
Captain Lisa Rakes at [email protected]

LODGING
Home2 Suites by Hilton (270 Tiger Way
Georgetown, KY 40324) will be the host
hotel. Each room has a kitchenette with
a full size refrigerator, pull-out sofa to
a full bed in a living area, hotel recently
constructed, and has a lot of food options
around the hotel. There is an indoor pool,
outdoor seating, grills, and a gas fire
pit with the seating under a veranda. A
continental breakfast will be offered 6:00-
7:00 am every morning.
$129 per night + tax
Reserve by August 11 and mention you are
with the Mounted Police Colloquium for
this rate. (502) 570-4663

Click HERE to reserve a room.

Click here to register with payment online now! (Preferred Method)

Click HERE for more information.

Prize Lists, Entry Forms and Schedules will be available here!

The Kentucky Hunter Jumper Association was founded as a non-profit 501(c) 3 in 1965 by a few dedicated horsemen and women, including Ned and Nina Bonnie, Julian Heron, Charles Lovell, Mary Rena Murphy and Ms. T.O. Campbell. Mr. Robert Murphy served as the first President of the organization. In the early 1980's while Mr. Tom Oldaker was President of KHJA, he presented the idea of establishing an "A" rated Horse Show to raise some funds for the organization. Nobody serving on the Board at that time wanted Mr. Oldaker to do this; they said he was crazy and that the idea would be too much work and would never make any money.

Needless to say, Tom did not have a lot of backing for this bold venture! However, Mr. Oldaker pursued the idea and the very first KHJA Horse Show was held in 1981 at the Kentucky Horse Park in what is presently known as the Dressage Ring. The Horse Show was entirely run by Mr. Oldaker who did everything from managing the office staff to dragging the arena long after the sun had set! Tom's wife was responsible for ordering ribbons and trophies for each class. She recalls, "All the trophies were silver back then and they were engraved with the class name and year. We gave silver plates, bowls and horse heads, you name it. We gave nice trophies because we wanted it to be a really special horse show".
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Mrs. Oldaker also did all the "running" at the horse show taking the results from the judge to the announcer and then to the office. That first year, the show was very successful and cleared around $10,000. Today, the KHJA Horse Show is a prominent fixture on the "A" circuit drawing over 1,000 entries to the Horse Park each August with horses and riders competing in five and sometimes six rings simultaneously over the period of four days! In the Horse Show's 25th year, a profit of $70,000 was made, documenting the continued success of a project that today, is still the main fundraiser for the organization.​

Hunter/Jumper show held annually in Lexington, Kentucky at the Kentucky Horse Park.

NHS/Maclay Regional Championship 

$50,000 "The Betsy" Grand Prix 

Jump Start Horse Trials was started in 1990 by Keeneland Pony Club and has grown to 375+ competitors. A multitude of divisions are offered. Riders come from throughout the United States and Canada to compete at this USEA, USEF, and MSEDA sanctioned event. 

For more information on the Jump Start Horse Trials please visit their Facebook Page. 

Omnibus: https://useventing.com/events-competitions/calendar/event?event=18043

Kentucky Fall Classic Horse Show is sponsored by United Professional Horseman's Association Chapter 9 as the annual fundraiser for our chapter. 

Kentucky Fall Classic is held in the Alltech Arena at the Kentucky Horse Park in Lexington, Kentucky.

Our show benefits: The American Saddlebred Museum http://www.asbmuseum.org/ 

For more show information visit: http://www.kentuckyfallclassic.com/

The Retired Racehorse Project, a 501(c)3 charitable organization, created the Thoroughbred Makeover to showcase the trainability and talent of off-track Thoroughbreds. The competition is intended to inspire good trainers to become involved in transitioning these horses to second careers, and the National Symposium serves to educate the people involved in the care, training, and sale of these horses to responsible owners.

This is the only national gathering of the organizations, trainers, and farms dedicated to serving these horses when they retire from racing. 

• What: The largest Thoroughbred retraining competition in the world for recently-retired ex-racehorses
• When: October 10-14, 2023
• Where: Kentucky Horse Park, Lexington
• How horses are acquired for competition: Trainers are responsible for acquiring their own eligible horses, whether through an aftercare organization, directly from track connections or through a reselling agent. Trainers may opt to list their horse for sale via the Makeover Marketplace, but there is no requirement to sell the horse after the competition

Learn more at tbmakeover.org.

The purpose of the KDA is to promote and strengthen the art and sport of Dressage in the Commonwealth of Kentucky. KDA will provide leadership to its members to assist them in fostering individual and collective growth by providing education, publications, competitions, exhibitions, and increasing general public awareness for Dressage.

Learn More…

https://www.kentuckydressageassociation.com/calendar/2022/9/3/00fx3y89r1me045w0sm1a8xi58f48g

A destination event for Eventers from all over the country. This international competition runs a CCI3* & a CCI2*-L as well as national levels. Also featured is a team competition - the oldest team competition held in the sport of Eventing.

Learn more at: www.kyevents.net

Entry Status/Live Scoring: https://startboxscoring.com/showcalendar.php

ILHA is the original and only recognized association for the Liberty discipline. ILHA was founded by world-renowned Liberty Trainer, Dan James and his wife Elizabeth to promote the Liberty discipline and celebrate Liberty training, horses, trainers, and fans everywhere. (Read more about Dan and Elizabeth HERE.)

ILHA has organized the discipline of Liberty with an official competitive structure, competition guidelines, and rules that promote safety, consistency, fun, and creativity for all involved. ILHA will serve as the “Official Governing Body” for members of the Liberty discipline and offer local, national, international, online, and championship Liberty horse shows and competitions. The ILHA Judging System is the official format for judging Liberty horsemanship for its combined technical and stylistic elements while rewarding the highest level of expertise with consideration for degree of difficulty. 

Above all, ILHA will educate and promote the Liberty discipline through its website, publications, shows, competitions, and social media platforms.

https://www.libertyhorseassociation.com/events/

https://doubledanhorsemanship.com/event/international-liberty-horse-association-championship/

The CP National Horse Show is a hunter/jumper event. The event will feature a full array of hunter divisions, Junior & Amateur Owner Jumpers, the top Open Jumpers from the USA and around the world, and the Maclay National Championship. The CP National Horse Show is consistently ranked as one of the top shows in the United States by the North American Riders Group (NARG).

$213,300 Longines FEI Jumping World Cup

For more information on the CP National Horse Show please visit http://www.nhs.org 

The Octoberfest Horse Trials, Combined Test and Dressage show will have Starter through Novice Mini Trial divisions and Starter through Preliminary Combined Test divisions. This fall event is very beneficial in the training process for green to advanced horses and riders. This is geared as an entry-level competition or a good place to move up - and a fun time for all! Featuring their annual Halloween costume contest!

For 25 years the United States Mounted Games Association has provided opportunities for riders of all ages to enjoy games on horseback and to compete internationally as well as in the United States. The United States Mounted Games Association was formed to inspire, encourage interest, and increase participation in Mounted Games in the United States. Their mission is to increase the number of riders involved in Mounted Games, improve the quality and number of our United States competitions, and to enhance the image of equestrian games as a spectator sport. USMGA aims to provide niche in equine sports by making Mounted Games, a relatively inexpensive horse sport, available to the general public for the advancement and understanding of the equine industry.

Dressage competitors from across the country will be stepping onto the national stage at the US Dressage Finals. Top qualifiers from across the country will be competing in a national head-to-head championship that showcases competitors in adult amateur and open divisions, at Training Level through Grand Prix.

Held at the prestigious Kentucky Horse Park, the US Dressage Finals is a Level Five Competition, the highest level of competition under the United States Equestrian Federation rules.

Learn more at https://www.usdf.org/usdressagefinals/