Join in the Fun at BreyerFest!

We know you love your model horses, but have you ever thought about showing them?  That’s right!  Breyer models can be shown just like real horses!

What is model horse showing?  Models are entered in either “halter” or “performance” classes and experienced judges review and judge each entry based on specific criteria.

In “Halter” classes, an untacked, unaltered Breyer model horse is entered into a particular class based on the breed the competitor has assigned to their model.  If an Arabian model horse is entered into an Arabian class, the judge will choose the winning horses based on conformation, characteristics, and colors typical for that breed.  Competitors are welcome to show models in classes that are not necessarily obvious for the mold they are showing if they can provide documentation to support their entry.

In “Performance” classes, models are fully tacked, often with riders, and set up in a diorama-like scene, complete with props and natural elements.  These scenes are viewed as if they are snapshots of a live horse event in action.  Tack is generally handmade, and all tack must be accurate to the activity being highlighted – a competitor couldn’t use a western-style bridle in a dressage competition scene, for example.

If you’re 16 or younger and are interested in learning more about model horse showing, then you should definitely sign up for the Children’s or Youth Model Horse Shows at BreyerFest!  These shows run concurrently and use the same class list.   These shows are geared towards participants ages 4 to 16, are slower paced, and focus on teaching participants.  These shows take place on Saturday, July 13th and will be hosted in the North Expo Hall of the Alltech Arena.  All participants must be VIP or All-Access ticket holders and models can be shown in Halter or Performance divisions. Judging for this show will begin at 8 am.

Please note that participants in the BreyerFest Youth and Children’s Model Horse Shows are not able to participate in Workshops held on Saturday, July 13th as these activities occur at the same time.

If you’re interested in learning more about these model horse shows, or want to sign up, click here to learn more! 

Don’t have your tickets to BreyerFest yet?  Get those here!