AQHA Showing Overview
Welcome to AQHA Showing
AQHA shows are perfect for highlighting your American Quarter Horse's versatility and talents. From western pleasure to jumping and everything in between, we've got a class for you and your American Quarter Horse.
Showing American Quarter Horses is fun for the entire family, and we want to help you get the most out of your showing experience.
Start Showing
Get into the arena, and start showing your American Quarter Horse at AQHA shows. AQHA is here to help you get started.
AQHA shows offer fair and leveled competition, camaraderie, friendship, personal challenges and the ultimate partnership: you and your American Quarter Horse. We're here to help you find your ideal event and level and then help you make the most of your experience at an AQHA-approved show near you.
Shows
Get in the arena and start showing your American Quarter Horse with AQHA today.
There are hundreds of AQHA-approved shows to choose from across the globe each year. Which ones will you attend, and will you chase points for the ultimate experience: the chance to compete at a world championship level?
Programs
There are many ways to get involved with AQHA showing.
AQHA provides the AQHA Professional Horseman's Association for professional horse trainers in good standing; the AQHA Stewards program to ensure safety and fairness at events; and the AQHA Leveling program to provide a place for every level of exhibitor at AQHA shows and events.
Showing Resources
There are a number of tools and resources to keep you connected to AQHA shows.
AQHA showing is a fast-paced world, and we want to make sure your experience is positive and enriching. These resources will help you on your journey to horse-showing success.
Showing News and Blogs
Get the most out of your horse-showing lifestyle by keeping up with the most recent news and blogs from AQHA showing.
AQHA is committed to bringing you important industry news, the latest results from popular horse shows, helpful tips and much more.
June 18, 2019 | Showing
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Ranching
In spite of a MS diagnosis, Emily Lappegaard is living her dream with horses at the Zoetis VRH World.
June 18, 2019 | Showing
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Ranching
AQHA Professional Horsemen advise during the VRH clinics at 2019 Zoetis AQHA Versatility Ranch Horse World Championships.
June 18, 2019 | Showing
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Ranching
The Tiffany family enjoys spending horse time together.
June 15, 2019 | Showing
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American Quarter Horse Youth Association (AQHYA)
The American Quarter Horse Association has posted a national qualifiers list for the 2019 Built Ford Tough AQHYA World Championship Show.
June 13, 2019 | Showing
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American Quarter Horse Youth Association (AQHYA)
Enter the open 5D barrel race during the Built Ford Tough AQHYA World Championship Show.
June 13, 2019 | Showing
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Forms and Resources
Last-minute reminders for the Zoetis VRH World, Zoetis RHC Finals, Level 1 Cattle and NRSHA National Championships!
June 12, 2019 | Showing
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Forms and Resources
Use these tips to share your accomplishments from the Zoetis VRH World, Zoetis RHC Finals, AQHA Cattle Level 1 and NRSHA National Championship Show with your community.
June 11, 2019 | News and Publications
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Shows
Exhibitors at the Built Ford Tough AQHYA World Championship Show, please be aware of a shavings scam.
June 11, 2019 | News and Publications
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American Quarter Horse Youth Association (AQHYA)
As a reminder, performance halter rule changes are in effect for 2019 Built Ford Tough AQHYA World Championship Show.
June 10, 2019 | About AQHA
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Equine art and photography
Your photo could be featured in the 2020 AQHA Calendar.
June 07, 2019 | News and Publications
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The American Quarter Horse Hall of Fame and Museum
American Quarter Horse Hall of Famer Dr. Tom Lenz recognized for advocacy of humane treatment of horses.
June 07, 2019 | News and Publications
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American Quarter Horse Youth Association (AQHYA)
Attention Ford Youth World Qualifiers: Please review the additional entry information.
June 07, 2019 | News and Publications
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Awards and recognition
An 11-year-old American Quarter Horse mare has earned the most points in American Quarter Horse Association history.
June 05, 2019 | News and Publications
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Ranch Horse Journal
AQHA Media earns awards for equine journalism through the AHP Equine Media Awards program.
June 03, 2019
Qualify by July 31 for this pinnacle event for Level 2 and 3 open and amateur competitors and their American Quarter Horses.
May 31, 2019 | News and Publications
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American Quarter Horse Association (AQHA)
The American Quarter Horse Association appoints John Lutz as chief revenue officer, sales and business development.
May 28, 2019 | News and Publications
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Ranching
Register now for AQHA’s next judges’ educational webinar covering Versatility Ranch Horse classes.
May 24, 2019 | News and Publications
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Ranching
Be sure to attend the free Ride the Pattern clinics offered at the 2019 Zoetis AQHA Versatility Ranch Horse World Championships at the Lazy E Arena in Guthrie, Oklahoma.
May 23, 2019
The first of four 2019 AQHA Regional Championships kicks off June 26 in Logan Township, New Jersey.
May 22, 2019 | Showing
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Shows
Horse show moms were the toast of the show at the San Luis Obispo County Quarter Horse Association's five-day event.