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.
July 19, 2019 | News and Publications
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American Quarter Horse Association (AQHA)
View these resources when traveling to AQHA-approved events, including the upcoming AQHA world championship shows.
July 18, 2019 | News and Publications
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American Quarter Horse Youth Association (AQHYA)
The 2019 Built Ford Tough AQHYA World Championship Show features fun activities for youth to participate inside and outside of the ring.
July 11, 2019 | News and Publications
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Awards and recognition
Tickets are now on sale for the AQHA Awards Celebration November 17 at the National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum in Oklahoma City.
July 08, 2019 | Ranching
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Ranching
Join AQHA in Rapid City, South Dakota, for the next AQHA Ranching Heritage Challenge on July 26-27.
July 08, 2019 | News and Publications
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Judges
A prestigious list of judges is set for the 2019 Lucas Oil AQHA World Championship Show.
July 05, 2019 | Showing
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Get Started with Horses
Learn some easy, day-to-day horse grooming tips and bathing basics for horse-showing success.
July 02, 2019 | News and Publications
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Shows
The American Quarter Horse Association has posted the list of qualifiers for the 2019 AQHA Select World Championship Show, presented by Adequan® (polysulfated glycosaminoglycan).
July 02, 2019 | News and Publications
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Buying
Horse buyers from across the United States purchase 74 head of horses at the Production & Prospects Sale presented by Terry Bradshaw Quarter Horses with Fossil Gate Farms.
July 02, 2019
These AQHA Professional Horsemen will teach the Ride the Pattern Clinics, presented by Nutrena, at the 2019 Built Ford Tough AQHYA World Championship Show.
July 01, 2019 | News and Publications
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Shows
Terry Bradshaw Quarter Horses, Cimarron Trailers, The Equine Chronicle and Blue Ribbon Custom Tack lead group of key industry leaders supporting the event!
July 01, 2019 | News and Publications
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Shows
The second payment deadline to nominate halter horses for the halter nomination pilot program for the Lucas Oil AQHA World Championship Show is July 31.
July 01, 2019 | AQHA Services
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Registering/transfer
The AQHA Executive Vice President shares how the Association is committed to improving the member experience.
June 28, 2019 | News and Publications
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Shows
Attention Adequan® Select World qualifiers: New this year, entry forms and qualifier information will be emailed to all qualifiers.
June 28, 2019 | Showing
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Horsemanship
Twelve NCEA horsemanship riders will vie for a championship title in the AQHA Collegiate Horsemanship Championship August 5-6 in Oklahoma City.
June 26, 2019 | News and Publications
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American Quarter Horse Youth Association (AQHYA)
Journalists, photographers and videographers must apply by July 26 for 2019 Built Ford Tough AQHYA World Championship Show media credentials.
June 25, 2019 | News and Publications
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Professional Horsemen's Association program
Nutrena will be the title sponsor of the Nutrena Don Burt AQHA Professional Horseman of the Year and Nutrena AQHA Professional Horsewoman of the Year.
June 25, 2019 | Showing
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Horsemanship
Horse Showing 101: Approach a horsemanship pattern with your best skills and a solid plan.
June 24, 2019 | News and Publications
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Ranching
Exhibitors at 2019 Zoetis VRH World, Zoetis RHC Finals, Level 1 Cattle and NRSHA National championships took home championship titles and prizes from four shows.
June 24, 2019 | Showing
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Shows
The second of four 2019 AQHA Regional Championships kicks off July 19 in Springfield, Massachusetts.
June 22, 2019 | Showing
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Ranching
Sioux Wii is giving this mother-daughter cow fun at the Zoetis VRH World.