AQHA Shows Overview
Shows
Learn more about shows offered for you and your American Quarter Horse.
There's something for everyone within AQHA showing, no matter your experience level or preferred disciplines. We offer a wide range of show levels with classes in halter, English and western disciplines. From the local, grass-roots level to the AQHA world championship shows, we love having you in the arena with us.
Championship Shows
AQHA world championship shows welcome the greatest exhibitors and horses from across the globe.
AQHA hosts championship shows for every level of exhibitor, ranging from Regional Championships to the AQHA world championship shows, which are the pinnacle events of American Quarter Horse competition for the top riders and horses.
Showing Achievements
From championship shows to the year-long excellence required for high-point awards, exhibitors and their horses are recognized for achievements in the show pen.
Dressage and Western Dressage
AQHA dressage and western dressage competitors can earn year-end awards and points with their American Quarter Horses.
Find AQHA dressage and western dressage classes near you, learn how to host events and what's required when competing in these AQHA classes.
November 04, 2024 | News and Publications
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Ranching
AQHA Ranching held the International Ranching Heritage Challenge in Chihuahua, Mexico.
November 03, 2024 | News and Publications
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Showing
It has been 50 years now since the first AQHA world champions were crowned. Fifty years ago, AQHA staffers and volunteers were preparing for a special event – the first-ever AQHA World Championship Sh ...
October 31, 2024
It’s gift-giving season! Spread cheer this time of year with gifts from AQHA Partners.
October 30, 2024
Bidding for the Lenertz Family Quarter Horse Production Sale runs from October 31 - November 2.
October 25, 2024 | News and Publications
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Professional Horsemen's Association program
AQHA Professional Horsemen will demonstrate patterns and answer questions during the Nutrena Ride the Pattern clinics at the 2024 Nutrena AQHA and Adequan® Select World Championship Shows.