Playing games on horseback is the event, with relay races, pole bending, balloon popping and more. Free to the public. Vendors for food and drink onsite. For more information, visit usmga.us
This competition features traditional Scottish games like Stone and Braemar, and Caber and Hammer, all to benefit the Marion Therapeutic Riding Association. Free to attend, there will be food options in the park. For more information, see flhorsepark.com
This annual drive-through Christmas light show takes place again at the Florida Horse Park. Ticket prices are $20-$25 per carload and include kids’ activities, live music, a train ride, slides, inflatables and a visit with Santa. Food trucks will be onsite for the walk-around area. Ice skating will be available for the first time ever […]
These low-key shows feature Western and English classes with a variety of levels and breeds. Florida 4H and AWHA rules apply. The park has food options onsite. For more information, visit sunshinestateops.com
This Friday fun match and weekend dog show highlights the sight hound breeds including whippets, greyhounds and other racers. Classes include straight races and lure courses. Visit whippetnationals.com for more information.
Come for a Civil War reenactment of the Ocklawaha River Raid performed by the 2nd Battalion of Hardy’s Brigade. The campgrounds will be complete with authentic tents, horse-drawn wagons and campfires preparing supper. The battle reenactment with gunfire takes place at 2pm both days. Admission is $10 per vehicle.
Come for a Civil War reenactment of the Ocklawaha River Raid performed by the 2nd Battalion of Hardy’s Brigade. The campgrounds will be complete with authentic tents, horse-drawn wagons and campfires preparing supper. The battle reenactment with gunfire takes place at 2pm both days. Admission is $10 per vehicle.
This championship show features Tennessee Walkers, Paso Finos, Rocky Mountain Horses and other gaited breeds. Classes for youth, junior riders, pleasure, barefoot and contest classes like the Egg and Spoon will be held. The event is free to attend, and there are vendors and food options onsite. See flhorsepark.com for more information.
Shows of precision and partnership between horse and rider are on display in these dressage classes. The horse park has vendors and food options onsite. See flhorsepark.com for more information.
Free to the public. Tailgate right next to the polo field and enjoy a unique evening out, Saturdays through September. Check out ocalapolo.com for more info.
Free to the public. Tailgate right next to the polo field and enjoy a unique evening out, Saturdays through September. Check out ocalapolo.com for more info.
Free to the public. Tailgate right next to the polo field and enjoy a unique evening out, Saturdays through September. Check out ocalapolo.com for more info.
Free to the public. Tailgate right next to the polo field and enjoy a unique evening out, Saturdays through September. Check out ocalapolo.com for more info.
These two events offer a variety of spectating choices. Food and drink vendors onsite. For more info, flhorsepark.com
Free to the public. Tailgate right next to the polo field and enjoy a unique evening out, Saturdays through September. Check out ocalapolo.com for more info.
Free to the public. Tailgate right next to the polo field and enjoy a unique evening out, Saturdays through September. Check out ocalapolo.com for more info.
Free to the public. Tailgate right next to the polo field and enjoy a unique evening out, Saturdays through September. Check out ocalapolo.com for more info.
Three-day eventing competition. Check out flhorsepark.com for more info.
Free to the public. Tailgate right next to the polo field and enjoy a unique evening out, Saturdays through September. Check out ocalapolo.com for more info.
Free to the public. Tailgate right next to the polo field and enjoy a unique evening out, Saturdays through September. Check out ocalapolo.com for more info.
Free to the public. Tailgate right next to the polo field and enjoy a unique evening out, Saturdays through September. Check out ocalapolo.com for more info.
Times vary, see website - Created by a Kazakhstan family with a history in show business, the performances and costumes were inspired by the Genghis Khan era and Russian cavalry. The show features horses, two camels, a Poodle act and daredevil performances. Tickets are $10 for children, $25 for adults. See theridersofthewind.com for more info.
Free to the public. Tailgate right next to the polo field and enjoy a unique evening out, Saturdays through September. Check out ocalapolo.com for more info.
The versatility and power of the American Quarter Horse is highlighted in this summer show with English, Western, youth, amateur, reining and trail classes offered. Food and drink vendors onsite. Check out fqha.net for more info.
Free to the public. Tailgate right next to the polo field and enjoy a unique evening out, Saturdays through September. Check out ocalapolo.com for more info.
Free to the public. Tailgate right next to the polo field and enjoy a unique evening out, Saturdays through September. Check out ocalapolo.com for more info.
Open pleasure classes for horses and riders. See flhorsepark.com for more info.
Free to the public. Tailgate right next to the polo field and enjoy a unique evening out, Saturdays through September. Check out ocalapolo.com for more info.
Free to the public. Tailgate right next to the polo field and enjoy a unique evening out, Saturdays through September. Check out ocalapolo.com for more info.
Free to the public. Tailgate right next to the polo field and enjoy a unique evening out, Saturdays through September. Check out ocalapolo.com for more info.
Free to the public. Tailgate right next to the polo field and enjoy a unique evening out, Saturdays through September. Check out ocalapolo.com for more info.
Teams of horses and rider compete in choreographed patterns, sometimes at top speed. Teams are judged on execution, spacing, timing, alignment, originality, coordination, difficulty, speed, horsemanship, music and crowd appeal. The competition takes place under the covered arena; food and drink options are onsite. Check out flhorsepark.com for more info.
Free to the public. Tailgate right next to the polo field and enjoy a unique evening out, Saturdays through September. Check out ocalapolo.com for more info.
Welcome festivities take place on Friday and judging starts at noon on Saturday. Vendors with car items, arts and crafts, food and more; along with a Herb McCandless car clinic at 11am. Friday party tickets are $25 and include dinner. Free event admission; $10 parking fee. For details, go to floridamoparassociation.com
These practice shows are for eventing riders who want a low-key way to run the courses and ride a dressage test. Vendors with food options onsite. Visit flhorsepark.org for details.
Various levels of classes are slated, including traditional, driving and Western dressage. Visit flhorsepark.org for details.
The finest heifers and bulls from all over the U.S. will be shown in a variety of classes. Onsite food options available. See flhorsepark.com for more info.
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