Keep up to date on horse events, sales and other happenings that have been affected by coronavirus disease.
The horse industry has taken a hard hit by the widespread effects of coronavirus disease (COVID-19). From the cancellations of world championships to horse sales going virtual, individuals and companies large and small are adapting to these uncertain times.
Western Horseman has compiled a list of resources horse owners and enthusiasts can use to stay up to date on horse-related developments. This resource will be updated as often as possible, so stay tuned. Don’t see an event? Please email [email protected].
Now is the time to lend a helping hand to others (but from a safe distance!). Fortunately folks in the horse industry are generous, compassionate and know a thing or two about beating the odds. We’re in this together, and Western Horseman wants to help see it through.
Western Cultural Events
Art Online
A number of Western art shows and sales have been canceled, but works are still available via websites.

Art Sales & COVID 19
Find a list of of Western art events to stay updated on dates and how to purchase art.

Western Museums & Galleries Begin to Reopen
Western museums and art galleries are slowly reopening their doors to the public as states begin to lift shut-down restrictions.

Virtual Horse Events
A New Way to Show
A local ranch horse “isolation show” combines an out-of-the-box approach that keeps exhibitors safe.

Virtual Horse Events
Find a cyber horse event, such as a clinic or horse show, to continue working with your horse during shelter-at-home ordinances.

Riding At Home Challenge
Stock Horse of Texas and Carter Ranch Horse offer the Plan 4 Progress Challenge for riders at home with their horses during COVID-19 social distancing.

Horse Sales
Horse Sales & COVID-19
Western Horseman has rounded up a list of horse sales folks in the industry may be wondering about considering the recent coronavirus updates.

WYO Quarter Horse Sale Sees High Numbers
The spring horse sale in Wyoming brought big bucks in spite of the coronavirus.

Horsemen at Home
Jonathan Field’s Favorite Horsemanship Books
Horseman Jonathan Field shares what he’s reading when he’s not horseback.

Mike Kevil’s Tip to Soften a Horse’s Mouth
Kevil shares how riders should use their hands to avoid making a tough-mouthed horse.

Al Dunning Keeps Horses and Tack in Tip-Top Shape
Horseman Al Dunning spends time grooming his horses and deep cleaning tack.

Mike Major Teaches a Horse to Lead
Mike Major uses a rope to teach a horse to give to pressure and lead with a halter.

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Press Releases & Updates
2020 AQHA Ford Youth World Show Schedule
AQHA Trail and VRH Ranch Trail Modifications Due to COVID-19
NRCHA Premiere Event Update and More
ApHC Board Votes to Cancel Shows; Extends Youth Eligibility for 1 Year
AQHA Cancels VRH World, RHC Finals, Cattle Level 1 and NRSHA National Championships
The 99th Greeley Stampede Postponed
Calgary Stampede 2020 Cancelled
Plan Ahead for Equine Feed Needs, But Not Too Far Ahead
Historical ApHC Chief Joseph Trail Ride Cancelled
Important Decisions Made in Light of Pandemic at ApHC Board of Directors Meeting
Rooftop Rodeo Postponed Until 2021
Interscholastic Equestrian Association (IEA) Cancels Remaining Competitions
Western Heritage Classic 2020 Cancelled
Bishop Mule Days Postponed Until 2021
Road to the Horse Rescheduled for June 18–21
AQHA Waives 2020 World Show Qualification
NRCHA Stallion Stakes Postponed Until Further Notice
NRHA COVID-19 Show Cancellations
An Update from APHA Regarding COVID-19
Stock Horse of Texas Schedule Changes
2020 NBHA Shamrock Showdown Super Show to be Postponed
Montana Center for Horsemanship Goes to Online Education Format During the Coronavirus Crisis
Team Roping Weekly Update: Covid-19: Cinch USTRC National Finals Rescheduled to September
Kentucky Equine Facility COVID-19 Guidelines
Equine Disease Communication Center Launches Online Equine Coronavirus and COVID-19 Resources
ApHC Takes Action to Protect Exhibitors from COVID-19 Outbreak