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Lexington, KY – September 26, 2025 – Every year, hundreds of riders hope to qualify for one of the three prestigious equitation finals hosted annually at the National Horse Show – The THIS NHS Adult Equitation Championship, The Hamel Foundation NHS 3’3″ Equitation Championship, and the ASPCA Maclay Finals. The
Lexington, KY – September 23, 2025 – With the fall shows fast approaching, we would like to remind all riders in the Hamel Foundation National Horse Show 3’3” Equitation Championship of the cross-entry policy. The Hamel Foundation NHS 3’3” Equitation Championship is open ONLY to NHS junior members who have NEVER competed in any of
Lexington, KY – September 22, 2025 – John Deere Barn Night returns to the 142nd National Horse Show! Have fun with your whole barn and show us your best John Deere-themed costume for a chance to win the Grand Prize – a John Deere Zero Turn Mower! Enjoy Country Boy Brewing
Lexington, KY – September 13, 2025 – After a successful return of Black Tie to NHS in 2024, the 2025 National Horse Show Hunter Classic Gala, hosted by Stephanie Danhakl & Melissa Jacobs, will be held on Thursday, October 30th at the 142nd National Horse Show. Join us for the
Lexington, KY – September 13, 2025 – The National Horse Show’s WSJ Lounge has a NEW LOCATION. The WSJ Lounge is now located directly on the concourse! Enjoy easier access to the ring, the warmup, and the WSJ Lounge this year at the 142nd National Horse Show. Tables and individual
Lexington, KY – August 27, 2025 – The NHS Grant Program Applications are officially OPEN for the 142nd National Horse Show. The NHS Grant Program, along with the NHS Endowment, assists NHS competitors who require financial need in order to attend. This grant is annually awarded to riders competing in the:
Lexington, KY – August 8, 2025 – The National Horse Show has officially released the class specifications for the 2026 Qualifying Season (9/1/2025 – 8/31/2026) of the ASPCA Maclay National Championship and all Maclay Horsemanship Classes. To read the 2026 Class Specifications, CLICK HERE. The membership/qualifying year for 2026 is September 1,
Lexington, KY – August 5, 2025 – Due to the late sharing of an exciting new championship for young horses at the 142nd National Horse Show, we have decided to expand the qualification criteria to include 5, 6, or 7 year old horses from the Young Hunter, Green Hunter 3′
Lexington, KY – July 24, 2025 – As the conclusion of the 2025 qualifying and membership year approaches on August 31, the National Horse Show wishes to remind all riders and trainers of the membership requirements necessary to participate in ANY National Horse Show class. Active membership in the National
Lexington, KY – July 17, 2025 – The official prize list for the 2025 National Horse Show is now available! Join us for the 142nd National Horse Show this fall from October 22 – November 2 in the Alltech Arena at the Kentucky Horse Park. In addition to the highly anticipated
