Gypsy Horse owners everywhere are having fun with their wonderful horses; from horse shows, events, and expos,
to riding for various causes and group get-togethers.
**NOTE: Where indicated, some shows listed below are open only to horses registered with specific registries.
Not only do we realize that many of our members have horses registered in multiple registries, but this event listing is intended to be a useful resource for ALL Gypsy Horse owners, regardless of registry affiliation.
As long as you are finding ways to promote the breed and enjoy your horses, we are happy,
and we thank you for getting out there!
January 28 - February 1, 2009
Ft Worth Stock Show & Rodeo / Gypsy Horse World Show
Fort Worth, TX
**This "World Show" is ONLY open to horses registered with the GHRA.
January 29 - February 1, 2009
Pomona Equine Affaire
Fairplex, Pomona, CA
March 13-15, 2009
26th Annual Michigan Horse Council International Stallion Exhibition & Trade Show
MSU Pavilion, East Lansing, MI
March 13-15, 2009
Nebraska Horse Expo & Mane Challenge Competition
Lincoln, NE
Contact Tracy Helget, helget@flynthyllsgypsy.com, for more info!
March 13-15, 2009
26th International Stallion Exhibition & Trade Show
Michigan State University Pavillion, East Lansing, MI
3-day event filled with clinics, shows, and more drawing 30,000+ visitors! For more info, contact
info@willowwindstable.com.
April 2-5, 2009
Ohio Equine Affaire
Ohio Expo Center, Columbus, OH
April 4, 2009
Eastern PA Horse Expo, Regional Spring Expo
Ag Hall, Allentown Fairgrounds, Allentown, PA
April 4-5, 2009
Central MN Spring Horse Fest
Civic Center, St. Cloud, MN
Contact
coati@mlecmn.net
for more info!
April 16-18, 2009
Feathered Horse Spring Classic
Calsonic Indoor Arena, Shelbyville, TN
Contact Gail Shrine, Info@FeatheredHorseClassic.com, for more info!
April 17-19, 2009
Midwest Horse Fair
Alliance Energy Center, Madison, WI
April 24-26, 2009
Minnesota Horse Expo
Minnesota State Fairgrounds, St. Paul, MN
Contact Sue Niesen, susan@gypsylanetx.com, for more info!
May 16, 2009
Northwestern Wisconsin Equine Club Driving Show
NWEC Outdoor Arena, Hayward, WI
Great training opportunity before the Columbus Carriage Classic, etc. Contact blockmorgans@hotmail.com for more info.
May 20-24, 2009
Kentucky Dressage Association Horse Show
Kentucky Horse Park, Lexington, KY
The GHA will be sponsoring the Gypsy Horse IBC (Individual Breed) classes and High Point Gypsy Horse at this show.
The IBC classes are held on May 20th - 21st.. This show also counts towards the USDF All Breed Awards for those horses
registered with USDF.
Information and forms are available at the following link: ww.kentuckydressageassociation.org.
May 23-24, 2009
Carolina Carriage Club ADS Sactioned HDT
Foothills Equestrian Nature Center, Tryon, NC
Contact Carol Ann at cabooh@aol.com for more info!
May 30-31, 2009
The Gypsy Dream Park Classic Charity Horse Show
Gloucester County Dream Park, Logan Twp, NJ
May 31-June 3, 2009
Tom Price & West Hill Ranches Open House & Gypsy Horse Clinic
Wales, UK
Tom Price & WHR have agreed to sponsor the first ever Open House & Gypsy Horse Clinic in the UK.
The event will be held from May 31-June 3 in Wales, and will cover numerous key & fundamental topics, provide hands-on
field training, as well as a tour of the Tom Price herd (~1500 horses). This spectacular event has been strategically scheduled
so participants can also tie in Appleby, June 4-June 10 (main dates June 5-June 7) -- Truly making this the trip of a lifetime!
June 13-14, 2009
The Texas Gypsy Horse Summer Classic
Myers Park Event Center, McKinney, TX
Contact Debbie Stone, debbiestone@dfwair.net / 972.489.5964 for more info! Open to ALL registered Gypsy Horses!
June 20, 2009
Jeff Morse Clinic (Hosted by GHA Member Diane Quay of Shadowhawke Gypsies)
Shadowhawke Gypsies, Ballston Spa, NY
Jeff is a nationally known trainer, competitor and clinician with over 35 years' worth of experience. He is the recipient of the
Cecil Brown Sportsmanship Award and Man of the Year from the American Morgan Horse Association. Jeff is also the
chairman of the ADS Pleasure Driving Committee, and has spoken on various topics at SDA's Midwinter Driving Conference
and the Driving Forum. Jeff and his clients have won numerous championships at open carriage shows and Morgan shows
throughout New York and New England. Lessons are $60 for approximately 50 minutes. Drivers of all skill levels are welcome
to attend. Auditors are also welcome at no charge. Potluck lunch. For-Sale Table.
Contact Gina Handy, gina.handy@saratogadriving.com or 518-583-4316, ASAP to reserve your spot or for more info!
June 19-21, 2009
Columbus Carriage Classic
Historic Fireman's Park, Columbus, WI
Contact info@ColumbusCarriageClassic.com for more info!
June 19-21, 2009
Baroque/Spanish Solstice Dressage & Performance Horse Show
Donida Farm Equestrian Center, Auburn, WA
Qualifier for USEF & USDF.
Contact Gwen Blake at go410s@aol.com or Shannon Johnson at shannon@mdjohnsoninc.com for more info!
July 14-19, 2009
Saratoga County Fair
Ballston Spa, NY
July 17-19, 2009
Breyerfest
Kentucky Horse Park, Lexington KY
July 25-26, 2009
Mid States Miniature Horse and Shetland Pony Club
Lucky J Arena, Carthage, MO
Contact David Dunbar at chocolatehorsefarm@centurytell.net for class lists, sponsorship opportunities, etc.
August 1-2, 2009
2009 Renaissance Gypsy Affaire
Cielo Celeste Farm, Santa Ynez, CA
Both days feature Dianne Olds Rossi www.worldofdancinghorses.com and her amazing dancing stallions with Day 2 being a very
informative clinic. More information on the clinic can be found here: www.cielocelestefarm.com/dream.html.
Anyone interested in attending, please email Celeste at cchuston@hotmail.com for more information.
August 21-23, 2009
Continental Divide Horse Show Gypsy Horse Classic
Larimer County Fairgrounds (AKA "The Ranch"), Loveland, CO
If interested in participating, please e-mail the Flying Feather Gypsy Horse Club Secretary at GypsyHorseClassic@gmail.com
to be added to the information mailing list.
August 28 - September 7, 2009
Oregon State Fair ~ Gypsy Horse Show
Oregon State Fairgrounds, Salem, Oregon
September 5, 2009
Travelin' Horse Rendezvous
Olive Hill, KY
Gathering and celebration for trail riders, horses, mules and horse-drawn vehicles.
All Breeds Welcome.
Weekend events will include an organized parade to showcase exceptional examples of breeds and their uses.
A horse show will follow with classes appropriate for all participants. An extensive array of trail rides and events
will be held throughout the weekend for attendees.
Please contact event organizers (below) for event reservation application and horse/rider accommodation information.
BethAnn McCoy (606-286-6688 @ Smokey Valley Farm)
Eliza Crampton (lzcrampton@yahoo.com)
Ann Clark (606–286-6588; SVF1@kih.net)
Contact Tom Ricker at 530-336-6651 for Entries & Information.
September 5, 2009
Inter-Mountain Fair Draft Horse Show
Jennifer Skuce Pavilion, McArthur, CA (~74 miles NE of Redding, CA.)
Open to all draft horse breeds & mules.
Contact Tom Ricker at 530-336-6651 for Entries & Information.
September 17-21, 2009
Oklahoma City Draft & Gypsy Horse Show
State Fair Park, Oklahoma City, OK
Draft & Gypsy Horse show will be held 9/19-9/21.
Contact Marc (Marlene) Pankow, mpankow@okstatefair.com /
(405) 948-6735, for more info!
September 18-20, 2009
11th Annual Nashoba Carriage Classic
Germantown Charity Horse Show Grounds, Germantown, TN
September 19, 2009
Memorial Ride for Carol Cranmore
Yankee Springs Horsemans Campground , Yankee Springs, MI
In Memory of our member and friend, Carol. You will always live in our hearts.
September 19-20, 2009
31st Annual Old Dominion Draft Horse and Mule Show
Commonwealth Park, Culpeper, VA
September 25-27, 2009
13th Annual Carolina Carriage Club Pleasure Driving & Dressage Show
Harmon Field, Tryon, NC
ADS Sanctioned Show
September 25-27, 2009
Heartland Feathered Classic
Hendricks County Fairgrounds, Danville, IN
Inspections and Gypsy & Drum Horse show. Entries open ~ July 1st, 2009.
Contact Shannon Johnson at shannon@mdjohnsoninc.com or gcdha@aol.com for more info!
October 3-4, 2009
International Draft Horse, Mule, & Pleasure Driving Show
Los Angeles Fairplex, Pomona, CA
Gypsy Classes not posted, but entry forms are available. Entries may be posted AM of show without penalties.
For more info, contact Linda Inger (661.675.5675 /
vulturine@as.net) or
Sandy Johnson (760.522.0777 / sj808@cox.net).
October 10, 2009
Equine Extravaganza at the American Royal
The American Royal Hale Arena, Kansas City, MO
 
October 6-11, 2009
The National Drive
Kentucky Horse Park, Lexington, KY
October 13-15, 2009
Feathered Horse Fall Classic
Georgia National Fairgrounds, Perry, GA
Contact Gail Shrine, Info@FeatheredHorseClassic.com, for more info!
October 16-18, 2009
National Gypsy & Drum Horse Classic
Wilburn Arena, Kentucky Horse Park, Lexington, KY
Held in the KHP's BRAND NEW Wilburn Arena! Contact Stacy Focannon, shirecrest@aol.com, for more info.
October 24, 2009
2009 Texas Draft Horse & Mule Association Annual Show
Nueces Canyon, Brenham, TX
November 5-8, 2009
8th Annual Northwest Mountain Trail Clinic
Oregon Horse Center, Eugene, OR
November 6-8, 2009
Women & Horses Expo/Show
Lazy E Arena, Guthrie, OK
The GHA will have a booth at this event. For more info and entry forms go to, www.womenandhorsesexpo.com.
November 12-15, 2009
Massachusetts Equine Affaire
W. Springfield, MA
December 11-13, 2009
Arizona's 1st Annual Festival of Horses Draft Horse Show
WestWorld, Scottsdale, AZ
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