Late summer is an exciting time across all breeds and disciplines. There are lots of horse shows and championship events to enjoy as we move toward the fall season. Be sure to set a reminder to watch your favorite events this month.
August 15-17, 2025
USEF/EVUSA Vaulting National Championship
Rancho Murieta, Calif.
Individuals, Pas De Deux, and Squads will compete for national champion titles at the 2025 USEF/Equestrian Vaulting USA Vaulting National Championships. Held at the Murieta Equestrian Center in California, the championship is an annual highlight bringing together vaulters and clubs from across the country for a celebration of the athleticism and artistry of equestrian vaulting.
More info: equestrianvaulting.org
Live stream: USEF.org/Network
August 23, 2025
Sallie B. Wheeler/USEF/USHJA Hunter Breeding National Championships – East
Lexington, Va.
With the aim of celebrating breeding for hunter sport horses, the Sallie B. Wheeler/USEF/USHJA Hunter Breeding National Championships offer classes for horses of any breed from yearling through 4-year-olds, including a class for junior and amateur handlers. The East Coast championship will take place at the Virginia Young Horse Festival at the Virginia Horse Center.
More info: USHJA.org
August 27-31, 2025
American Eventing Championships
Temecula, Calif.
The United States Eventing Association’s American Eventing Championships returns to the West Coast this year. From starter level to the prestigious $60,000 Adequan USEA Advanced Final, horse-and-rider combinations have worked hard all season to qualify to take on all three phases at California’s Galway Downs.
More info: USEventing.com
Live stream: aec.equinenetwork.video
September 8-13, 2025
Arabian Sport Horse Nationals
Wilmington, Ohio
Arabians and Half-Arabians are known for their versatility, and the breed’s sportier side gets the spotlight each year at Sport Horse Nationals. Featuring classes for hunters, jumpers, carriage driving, dressage, and western dressage, this championship is one of the most exciting outings on the Arabian circuit.
More info: www.arabianhorses.org
September 9-13, 2025
All-American Horse Classic
Indianapolis, Ind.
The All-American Horse Classic is the place to be for Saddlebred enthusiasts as the show will once again host the American Saddlebred Horse and Breeders Association (ASHBA) National Futurities. See up-and-coming future stars in hand, in harness, and under saddle along with a full schedule of classes for Saddlebreds, Hackneys, roadsters, saddle seat equitation, and more.
More info: allamericanhorseclassic.net
Live stream: www.richfieldvideo.com
September 10-13, 2025
New York Regional Morgan Horse Show
Syracuse, N.Y.
The busy season of Morgan shows in the Northeast comes to its thrilling conclusion at the New York Regional Morgan Horse Show in Syracuse, N.Y. From first-time academy riders to combinations preparing for the breed’s upcoming World Championships, New York Morgan has it all.
More info: www.newyorkmorgans.com
Live stream: USEF.org/Network
September 11-13, 2025
National Show Horse Finals
Springfield, Ill.
The National Show Horse Finals return to their longtime home at the Illinois State Fairground in Springfield. In addition to the NSH breed’s championship titles, the show offers classes for Arabians and Half-Arabians, offering an opportunity for all in the Arabian horse show community to take their turn in the spotlight.
More info: www.nshregistry.org
Livestream: seehorsevideo.com
September 16-20
WDAA World Championship
Guthrie, Okla.
Equines of all breeds and types will be found at the Western Dressage Association of America’s World Championship, held annually at the Lazy E Arena in Guthrie, Okla. This fast-growing discipline now hosts four arenas over five days at its championship, where happy horses and exceptional horsemanship are the driving force.
More info: wdaaworldshow.org
Livestream: USEF.org/Network
September 24-28
Welsh Pony & Cob Society American National
Chickasha, Okla.
Welsh Ponies and Cobs of all types will gather once again in Oklahoma for their annual national show. In addition to traditional ridden, driven, and in-hand classes, the WPCS American National features plenty of pony fun, including the popular costume class, exhibitor parties, and activities just for kids.
More info: wpcsa.org
September 25, 2025
Sallie B. Wheeler/USEF/USHJA Hunter Breeding National Championships – Central
Katy, Texas
The second leg of the Hunter Breeding National Championships will take place at Great Southwest Fall Classic at the Great Southwest Equestrian Center in Katy, Texas. As with the East Coast final, the Central championship will feature young hunter prospects in-hand with under saddle classes for 3- and 4-year-olds and over fences classes for 4-year-olds.
More info: USHJA.org
September 24-27
St. Louis National Charity
Lake St. Louis, Mo.
Saddlebreds, Hackneys, and roadsters get the spotlight during the St. Louis National Charity Horse Show’s final weekend. The ASHBA National Pleasure Equitation Finals shines the spotlight on some of the breed’s best saddle seat equitation riders alongside championships for Saddlebreds in the western and hunter pleasure divisions.
More info: stlhorseshow.com
Live stream: USEF.org/Network
September 30 – October 4
PFHA Grand National Championship Show
Ocala, Fla.
The Paso Finos are back at the World Equestrian Center in Ocala, Fla., for their annual championship show. This breed’s unique, smooth gait makes them a popular riding horse for all ages, and its undeniable beauty and brio make this championship a one-of-a-kind experience for spectators.
More info: pfha.org
Live stream: USEF.org/Network
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Adequan®/USEF Junior Hunter National Championships - West
July 24-27, 2025
Del Mar, Calif.
New England Regional Morgan Horse Show
July 21-26, 2025
Northampton, Mass.
Video: Morgan Glenn and Far and Away
An adult amateur shares what she loves about showing in saddle seat equitation.
Adequan®/USEF Junior Hunter National Championships - East
June 18-22, 2025
Lexington, Ky.
Morgan Gold Cup Regional Horse Show
June 11-14, 2025
Columbus, Ohio
It's More Than Just a Show
The Heart, Heritage, and Horsemanship of Breed Shows
Connecticut Morgan Horse Show
June 4-7, 2025
West Springfield, Mass.
Gallery: Seen at the Fair
Enjoy some snaps from the second week of The Devon Horse Show.
The Devon Horse Show
May 21 - June 1, 2025
West Springfield, Ma.