The Warrenton Pony Show

06/17/2026

Important Announcement 📣

06/17/2026

Join us Thursday for the $1,500 Piedmont Equine Hunt & Go Team Challenge!

Featuring:
🏇 Teams of 3 riders
🏇 One rider from each height: 2', 2'6", and 3'
🏇 A first round of 5–7 jumps immediately followed by a handy round of 5–7 jumps
🏇 Teams drawn randomly to encourage camaraderie and friendly competition

If entries require more than three riders per team, additional riders will be drawn randomly, with the lowest score dropped from the team total.

A huge thank you to Piedmont Equine for sponsoring this exciting class!

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06/16/2026

🎭🐴 Sunday Afternoon at the Warrenton Pony Show = Fun, Learning & New Opportunities!

Join us Sunday afternoon for a special lineup of Virginia Horse Industry Board (VHIB) Outreach classes designed to introduce riders and handlers to new aspects of showing in a welcoming, educational environment.

✨ Open to ALL exhibitors:
🎭 Costume Class
📚 VHIB Outreach In-Hand & Showmanship Clinic - The clinic will include a discussion and demonstration on presenting your horse in unmounted classes, what judges look for, and tips to improve your performance both on the ground and in the saddle.

VHIB Outreach Classes:
🐴 In-Hand
🐴 In-Hand Pattern (with obstacles)
🏇Equitation Walk Pattern
🐎 Equitation Walk-Trot Pattern
🏇 Equitation Over Fences
🏇 Handy Equitation Over Fences (with obstacles similar to those found in the hunt field)

The VHIB Outreach classes are open to riders and handlers under 18 years of age who have not shown at a recognized horse show in Virginia (excluding IEA and 4-H competitions). If entries warrant each class may be split into riders 13-18 years of age and riders Under 13 years of age. A horse/pony may be shown in the same class by a maximum of three riders or handlers.

Whether you're looking to learn, gain experience, or simply have some fun, we encourage everyone to come participate and support this fantastic outreach program!

06/16/2026

Thank you to The Plaid Horse for publishing this article about our horse show! 🐴❤️

BY ALY BLACK For more than 100 years, generations of horsemen and horsewomen have gathered in Warrenton for one of the most beloved traditions in equestrian sport. From June 24–28, the 106th Annual Warrenton Pony Show will return to the historic Warrenton Horse Show Grounds, bringing together top ...

06/15/2026

🐴 We’re excited to share some completed improvements to the Warrenton Show grounds!

The show ring and schooling ring footing have both been refreshed and leveled, the schooling ring has been widened, and new fencing has been installed to enhance the exhibitor experience.

A huge thank you to Earth & Turf for their outstanding work on these projects. Their team helped bring these improvements to life, and we can’t wait for exhibitors to enjoy them June 24–28!

06/12/2026

🐴 Entries are Open for the 2026 Warrenton Pony Show! 🐴

Join us June 24–28 for five days of competition, tradition, special events, championships, derbies, and fun at one of Virginia’s most historic horse shows.

📝 Enter online:
https://horseshowsonline.com/ShowDetails?ShowGUID=f51d9101-e385-4b01-8d18-bd1e7b673701

Questions? Contact Show Secretary Debbie Bowden:
📞 (757) 630-8593
📧 [email protected]

Don't wait—get your entries in and make plans to join us in Warrenton!

06/11/2026

In case you missed the email from VHSA ⬇️

06/10/2026

Qualifying Lists are out for the VHSA/M&S Pony Medal Finals!

VHSA/M&S Pony Medal Qualifiers:
Aili Bialkowski
Beverly Allen
Brinkleigh Rhodes
Cameron Gill
Eleanor West
Emerson Kelly
Evynn Morelli
Frances Hackett
Jozalyn Marchione
Katie Peaper
Layla Heyworth
Libbie Gay
Macey Kinley
Madilynn Kane
Sanders Miller
Teagan Ogden
Zoey Chambers

VHSA/M&S Childrens Pony Medal Qualifiers:
Andrea Giacofei
Aurora Hammack
Beverly Allen
Charlotte Ashley
Charlotte Murillo
Charlotte Nelson
Eleanor West
Frances Hackett
Hannah Hendrick
Hawkins Dramby
Hayley Walston
Izzy Ring
Kalayah Bahadar
Lily Scheurich
Louise Bliley
Macey Kinley
Madelyn Damato
Mae Garrett McCluskey
Olivia Walters
Paige Stoddard
Peyton Hopkins
Samantha Preston
Virginia Page
Zoe Basmajian
Zoey Chambers

VHSA/M&S Pony Eq Flat Qualifiers:
Adeline Rascoe
Andrea Giacofei
Anna Adamec
Brianna Gallagher
Charlotte Descano
Charlotte Nelson
Charlotte Payne
Clara Peterson
Eleanor West
Emerson Kelly
Emma Novack
Evelyn McCarty
Frances Hackett
Grace Fennell
Hannah Hendrick
Izzy Ring
Jerilyn Pyles
Kalayah Bahadar
Libbie Gay
Macey Kinley
Madeline Wil Barkley
Madelyn Damato
Madilynn Kane
Nathaniel Jenkins
Paige Stoddard
Polly Pace
Rilyn Sullivan
Sanders Miller
Sophia Frescatore
Teagan Ogden
Virginia Page
Zoe Basmajian

Looking forward to these classes on Friday, June 26 at The Warrenton Pony Show! 🌟

06/03/2026

🏆 $2,500 Country Chevrolet Pony Hunter Derby 🏆

One of the most anticipated classes of the week returns to the Warrenton Pony Show! Join us Saturday evening under the lights for the $2,500 Country Chevrolet Pony Hunter Derby, where the nation's top pony riders and ponies will compete for top honors in one of the show's signature events.

A beautiful setting, a special evening atmosphere, and incredible pony talent make this a class you won't want to miss.

📍 Saturday, June 27
📍 Warrenton Showgrounds
🐴 The Oldest Pony Show in America

06/02/2026

🏅 VHSA/M&S Pony Medal Finals 🏅

The best pony riders from across Virginia will come together at the Warrenton Pony Show for the prestigious VHSA/M&S Pony Medal Finals.

Riders have spent the entire season earning their qualifications, and now they'll compete for one of the most coveted pony equitation titles in the region.

📅 Friday, June 26

Good luck to all of our finalists!