SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 12TH, 2026

Registration Desk Opens at 7:30AM

Warm Up Area Opens at 8:00AM approximately

SHOW STARTS PROMPTLY at 9:00AM

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Enter the Fairgrounds at Victoria Park by

1450 7th Ave E, Owen Sound, ON ​

 

Online Entries for the Horse Show are NOW OPEN.  

The link for exhibitors is:

https://www.assistexpo.ca/owen-sound-agricultural-society

 

Registration Closes Wednesday September 9th, 2026 by end of day. 

There will be an additional late fee charge for those after Wednesday September 2nd, 2026.

Entry Fees and Membership may be paid show day at the registration desk by cash or check. Alternatively you can also send E-Transfer your payment to owensoundfallfair@outlook.com (please note that it is for Horse show registration in the message of the e-transfer).

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Membership Fee $10

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Admission to the fair is free for competitors, you will also be arriving before the fair opens.

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Early Entry

• Full Division (all 4 classes): $35

• Individual Classes: $10 per class

 

Late entry: (week before fair)

• Full Division (all 4 classes): $50

• Individual Classes: $15 per class

 

NO DAY OF ENTRIES 

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Divisions

• Lead Line

• Walk-Jog/Trot

• Walk-Jog/Trot-Lope/Canter

 

English and Western riders are welcome.

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Classes

 

Each division will compete in:

• Showmanship

• Ranch Riding

• Poles

• Keyhole

 

To keep the show running efficiently, all divisions will complete each class before moving on to the next event.

 

Our Ranch Riding patterns are designed to be simple, fair, and enjoyable for riders of all experience levels, featuring basic patterns, transitions, and obstacles.

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Awards

Lead Line Classes

- Ribbons awarded through 6th place

- Special prize bag for every participant

- No cash payouts

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Walk-Jog/Trot & Walk-Jog/Trot-Lope/Canter Cash prizes:

- 1st – $20

- 2nd – $15

- 3rd – $10

 

Ribbons awarded through 6th place.

 

Sportsmanship and Horsemanship Awards will also be presented.

 

Rules & Regulations

 

* ASTM/SEI-approved riding helmets are required whenever mounted.

* English and Western attire are both welcome.

* Clean, safe, and well-maintained tack is required.

* Riders must maintain full care and control of their horse at all times.

* Horses must be walked into and out of the arena unless otherwise directed.

* Please do not congregate around the arena gate. This area is reserved for the next class entering the ring.

* Competitors are responsible for cleaning up after themselves and their horses.

* Unsportsmanlike conduct, unsafe riding, or abuse of a horse will result in disqualification.

* The judge’s decision is final.

* Additional class rules and patterns will be available prior to the show.

 

All rules are subject to change at the discretion of the judge or committee due to footing, weather, or safety concerns.

 

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What to Expect

 

- Beginner-friendly atmosphere

- Family-oriented event

- Affordable entry fees

- Supportive and encouraging environment

- Efficiently run schedule

- English and Western riders welcome

- Fun classes for all experience levels