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Check out the news about the Western States Horse Expo. Here we talk about everything horse and horse event related. Insightful, educational, whimsical and just plain fun. New entries are added periodically so check back often.

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Food Truck Festival

The 2021 Western States Horse Expo will feature food trucks for everyone's tastes!
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Kiger Mustang and Working Equitation Demos

The Kiger and Working Equitation Demos will be presented by Trainer and Champion rider Robin Bond and Champion Rider, licensed Judge and Technical Delegate Sue...
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NCDC Combined Driving Recap

The 2019 Northern California Driving Club's inaugural Combined Driving Event at the Western States Horse Expo was a tremendous success! We hosted teams of competitors...
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From Arabians to Kerry Bog Ponies…

The 2019 Western States Horse Expo was host to hundreds of unique, fun and even endangered breeds of equines in all sizes. Horse Expo has...
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Training Talk: Kozak Horsemanship

What is different about Russ Krachun Kozak Horsemanship?
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The BAGMEN Provide Live Music at the Horse Expo on May 11th from 12pm – 2pm

The BAGMEN are singer-songwriters who’ve been entertaining audiences of all ages and types in the Northern California for the past four years. Also known as...
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Food Truck Festival

The 2019 Western States Horse Expo will feature food trucks for everyone's tastes!
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Cowboy Dressage Clinics

Interested in learning more about Cowboy Dressage and how to better your relationship with your horse, as well as your riding skills? This new and...
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R3C Adoption at Western States Horse Expo 2019

Sunday, May 12, 2019 at 8 AM – 5 PM. There will be 4 horses available for adoption: Diego, Yukon, Annie and Tiny Dancer. The...
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WSHE NRHA Reining Boot Camp

The Reining Horse Foundation announces a national clinic series welcoming beginners and non pros. Learn from NRHA Professionals who volunteer their time to help you...
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Boots & Bling 6th Annual Benefit

SAVE THE DATE so you can join All About Equine this year as they celebrate 10 years of Successful Horse Rescue!
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Cost Effective Ways To Explore The Equestrian Arts

Once you have done all of your foundation building work with your horse and you feel that trust, respect, and communication are strong (translation: you...
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Is It Really “Just” About the Shopping?

Equine expositions are unique in the world of events. They are not “trade shows” in the traditional sense. Industry trade shows are events where only...
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Improving Your Horsemanship Within A Budget

Our chosen lifestyle, which involves our equine partners, is expensive. Feed prices go up, facility costs are on the rise, fuel costs keep creeping up,...
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How to be a SUCCESSFUL Exhibitor!

Much like when you build a house, being a successful Exhibitor takes planning, forethought, and vision. A solid foundation, the right tools and a good...
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“Do It Yourself” Workshops at the Western States Horse Expo!

You know about the Magnificent 7 All-Around Stock Horse Championship happening at the 20th Anniversary celebration of the Western States Horse Expo. You have seen...
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THE ROUND PEN: Calculate What You Need!

One of the most effective training tools in your horse training toolbox is ROUND PEN SKILLS. The funny thing is, this aspect of horsemanship and...
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DID YOU KNOW? A Look Back at the Western States Horse Expo

The concept of horse-related fairs, shows and expositions has been around a long time. Medieval Europe had several famous, long-standing “horse fairs” where breeders would...
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20th Anniversary: Even More Cool Stuff Happening!

POPULAR PROGRAMS RETURN TO THE 20th ANNIVERSARY WESTERN STATES HORSE EXPO! 2018 is the 20th Anniversary year for the Western States Horse. For the last...
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The MAGNIFICENT 7 Championship is Back at the Western States Horse Expo!

Yes, you read that correctly! The MAGNIFICENT SEVEN All Around Stock Horse Competition is back at the Western States Horse Expo happening in Sacramento, California...
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Western States Horse Expo Hours

June 5-7, 2026

Friday June 5th   9:00 AM – 6: 00 PM
Saturday June 6th  9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Sunday June 7th  9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

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(916) 354-2119

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7200 Lone Pine Drive,
Rancho Murieta, CA, 95683

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