Saddle Up for the Washington County Fair Horse Show
Dust off your cowboy boots and channel your inner cowboy—the Washington County Fair Horse Show is galloping back to Fayetteville this August, and it’s bringing all the grace, grit, and good vibes that make NWA’s horse community so special.
Where Champions Are Made
Mark your calendars for Saturday, August 16, 2025, when the Pauline Whitaker Animal Science Center arena transforms into a showcase of local riding talent. The event celebrates Northwest Arkansas’s thriving horse scene, where both seasoned riders and fresh-faced newcomers get their moment to shine.
The all-day event features local riders—both youth and adult—competing in Western and English riding disciplines on a variety of horse breeds. Whether you’re drawn to the precision of English dressage or the rugged charm of Western barrel racing, there’s something here to capture your imagination.
Giddy up and don’t miss out on the fun!
THE DEETS
📍 Pauline Whitaker Animal Science Center, Fayetteville
📅 Saturday, August 16, 2025, 9:00 am to 11:00 pm
💲 FREE
🐎 More info at cachecreate.org
The Fun Between Rides
The real magic happens between the official competitions. Competition intermissions will feature special riding demonstrations and a chance for the youngest spectators to compete in a hobby-horse race.
There will also be information about riding lessons and riding clubs in NWA as well as sponsors’ booths featuring goods and services for the equestrian community and general public. If watching all this horsepower in action has you itching to try it yourself, you’ll leave with plenty of ways to make that happen.
Perfect for Families
The event is free of charge, very family-friendly, and open to the public. Spectators may come and go as they please and stay as long as they like. No pressure to commit to an entire day if little ones get restless, but flexible enough that you can settle in for the long haul if you find yourself completely captivated.
See you there, NWA!
