Opening Ceremonies – Equine Arena, Large Arena

With a mix of horsemanship and patriotism, Horse World Expo will open each day with the National Anthem, flags and a thrilling display of horsemanship. Followed immediately by Parade of Breeds.

Thursday……..12:05 pm (Equine Arena)
Friday………….10:05 am (Equine Arena)
Saturday………..9:05 am (Large Arena)
Sunday………….9:05 am (Equine Arena)

Trail Champions Challenge – Equine Arena

Trail Champions Challenge goes to the beach in 2024! Course designer, Jason Charles has prepared a fun and challenging course with each obstacle having a fun theme! Our riders better put on their sunblock, they’re about to head to the tropics to complete this fun course! In the Challenge, amateur, youth, novice and professional riders and their horse compete for cash and prizes by negotiating an exciting course of obstacles while being timed and scored by a panel of judges. Watch as Horse World Expo crowns the next Trail Champion! MORE INFO

Saturday……9:00 – 11:00 am

Parade of Breeds – Equine Arena and Large Arena

Exciting and educational demonstrations highlighting the versatility and beauty of the equine. The Parade of Breeds demonstration will feature various breeds to be shown throughout the weekend including: Australian Stock Horse, Fjord,  Holsteiner, Rocky and Kentucky Mountain Horse, Paso Fino, Missouri Fox Trotter, Thoroughbred, Gaited Horse Versatility, Icelandic, Spotted Saddle Horse, Standardbred, Arabianh, Celebration of the Drafts, Morgan, Friesian, Mustang and more. See the Breed Demo Schedule so you can be sure to catch your favorite breeds in action.

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Equi-Tainment! A Musical Equine Variety Show – Equine Arena

Held daily, come watch this entertaining segment of Horse World Expo highlighting the best of the best that the Expo has to offer. Featured performances include drill teams, mounted archery, liberty, western dressage, tricks, bridleless riding and other exciting displays of horsemanship!

Thursday…..2:00 pm
Friday……….2:00 pm
Saturday……5:00 pm
Sunday……..2:00 pm

Stallion Avenue Demos – Equine Arena

Stallion Avenue features the region’s top stallions. A variety of breeds will be represented. Each stallion will be shown in the arena each day.

Thursday….4:00 pm
Friday………1:00 pm
Saturday…..4:00 pm
Sunday……11:00 am

Polocrosse Demos – Equine Arena

Although polocrosse resembles the American Indian game of lacrosse, its origins date back hundreds of years to Persia and its sister sport of polo. Fostering a community of camaraderie found both on and off the field, Polocrosse is unmatched by other equine pursuits. Cheer on your favorite team and rider as you watch this fast-paced sport in action.!

Friday………6:00 pm
Saturday…..2:00 pm

Mounted Games Demos

Mounted Games are a branch of equestrian sport, which, at its highest level, displays a variety of very fast relay races performed by excellent riders on well- trained ponies. This exhibition is exciting for participants and spectators alike!  Watch as riders of all ages and skill levels, from the very youngest (or oldest!) beginner show you what they can do.

Saturday…..1:00 pm (Seminar Hall B Lecture)
Saturday…..3:00 pm (Equine Arena)

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