The Youth Horse Challenge, open to Texas 4-H and FFA members, showcases the ability of young horsemen to train a horse. Contestants must keep records, demonstrate knowledge, and ride in rail and trail classes.

The Central Florida Hunter Jumper Association and Florida Paint Horse Club have events during the fair.

The Santa Fe Trail Ride begins at the Spade Ranch on January 25 and arrives at the San Angelo Fairgrounds January 31, and then makes the 7-mile trip to historic Fort Concho on February 1 to help kick o the stock show.