Bluegrass Horseman

14/08/2025

Aug. 14-24 | Kentucky State Fair

14/08/2025

This morning at 6:30, the Commodities Breakfast opened in the Grand Lawn, in front of Freedom Hall, where it was moved last year for easier public access. Speakers included Kentucky Expo Center CEO David Beck, members of the Fair Board, and political leaders, including Louisville’s mayor, and Governor Andy Beshear.
They emphasized the Expo Center and Agricultural Center’s importance—not only to the Commonwealth, but to the entire country—and highlighted the $200 million expansion in progress with support from the General Assembly. Senate President Robert Stivers called the venue a vital anchor for agriculture in Kentucky and beyond, hosting over 200 events each year. The Expo Center ranks among the top six facilities of its kind in North America, with a goal to reach number one.
Exhibitors represent all 120 Kentucky counties and most U.S. states, particularly in the livestock division and the World’s Championship Horse Show. This year marks the 121st Kentucky State Fair.
The breakfast featured an array of Kentucky Proud products, served by members of the political community, and drew a record crowd. Following the meal, the official opening took place outside Freedom Hall among the fountains, with remarks from David Beck, Agriculture Commissioner Jonathan Shell, the mayor, Craig Greenberg, and the governor, Andy Beshear, all of whom delivered excellent speeches.
Organizers expect this year’s fair and horse show to be among the best ever, drawing over 600,000 attendees over its 11-day run. Each speaker underscored the shared importance of agriculture, the horse show, and their connection through the Kentucky State Fair at the Kentucky Expo Center.

14/08/2025

🎡✨ The Kentucky State Fair is officially OPEN! ✨🎡

Come for the entertainment, stay for the education, and enjoy the fun & fellowship at one of North America’s premier expo centers — right here in Louisville, the gateway to the South. 🌟

📅 Don’t miss a moment — the fairgrounds are calling! 🎶🍿🐴

13/08/2025

The Bluegrass Horseman mourns the loss of Beverly Burcham, longtime supporter of the Boone County Fair and Horse Show.

Beverly Elaine Burcham, 78, of Burlington, KY, passed away on July 20, 2025, at St. Elizabeth Hospice in Edgewood, KY, surrounded by her loving family. Born on May 24, 1947, [...]

13/08/2025

Proud to be an official Media Partner of the World's Championship Horse Show!

We proudly announce our 2025 Official Media Partners for the World's Championship Horse Show. These outstanding partners were selected after a qualified review and are ready to bring this year’s event to life.

Do you want peace of mind that you're working with the best media and promotions partner with qualified access to the show? This is your guide!

Official Media Partners (in alphabetical order):

📷Bluegrass Horseman
📷The Equestrian Guide
📷Horse World & Saddle Horse Report
📷Howard Schatzberg Photography
📷Magic Media Equine Promotions
📷National Horseman
📷Richfield Video Productions
📷SA Saddle Horse
📷Saddle And Bridle
📷Doug Shiflet Photography
📷Show Horse Magazine

Look for the media partner banner on assets and visit our website listing for the latest verification of our partner relationships: https://wchorseshow.com/about/official-media-partners

The official media partner banner features a USPTO-protected trademark of the Kentucky State Fair Board and may only be used by approved partners. Help us maintain the show’s prestige by reporting any misuse.

13/08/2025

While in Louisville for the Kentucky State Fair World's Championship Horse Show, be sure to stop by and grab a bite to eat at Frank's Deli, located a little over a half mile from the Kentucky Expo Center, at 3342 Preston Hwy.

Welcome to Frank’s. We take pride in offering our customers a delicious selection of made-from-scratch items. We wanted people to have good choices about great food. We offer a large selection of all natural and organic products. Our menu items are prepared daily by our dedicated staff early in th...

12/08/2025

Start mapping out your day full of food, fun, furry friends, and festivities at the fair!

12/08/2025

Freedom Hall is ready for the next round of history to be made.

12/08/2025

🎉 Just two days to go until the gates swing open for the Kentucky State Fair — kicking off this Thursday with the beloved Commodities Breakfast on the Great Lawn in front of Freedom Hall! 🍳🥓🌽 Enjoy a full-scale buffet breakfast featuring delicious Kentucky Proud products — locally grown, locally loved! 💙🌾

Stick around for more festivities in the same area, leading up to the official ribbon cutting ceremony that afternoon! Expect inspiring speeches from K.E.C. board members, the Commonwealth’s Agriculture Commissioner, and other special guests! 🎤🎀

And that’s just the beginning… The 11-day extravaganza kicks off in full force with the World’s Championship Horse Show 🐎 starting Saturday and running through the following weekend!

Meanwhile, don’t miss the buzz around the massive $200 million expansion — the Kentucky Exposition Center is growing bigger and better than ever! 🚧🏗️

One of Kentucky’s biggest celebration is almost here — are YOU ready? 🙌

12/08/2025

Join Us for a Week of Fun, Friendship, and Horses at the ASHAV Horse Show! 🐴🎉

📅 Date: September 24th-27th
📍 Location: Virginia Horse Center in Lexington, VA

We’re excited to welcome you to the ASHAV Horse Show — a week filled with unforgettable moments, great friends, and, of course, amazing horses!
This year, we’re thrilled to bring back the Youth Lounge, fully stocked with everyone's favorite snacks, thanks to our five awesome snack sponsors — big shoutout to each of them!

Friday is packed with exciting youth events:
🍴Lunch n' Learn session
📝Junior Judging
🎨 Tie-Dye Youth Social

Then on Saturday, we’re closing out the youth activities with a sweet celebration:
🍰 Dessert Party
🐎 ASHAV Member-Only Academy Classes

Don’t miss out — it’s going to be a fantastic week!
Follow us on Facebook- American Saddlebred Horse Association of Virginia (ASHAV) and ASHAV Youth or on Instagram for updates and sneak peeks.

12/08/2025

Come see us at the World’s Championship Horse Show August 16th-23rd in Lousiville, Kentucky!!! Anything you need for saddleseat riding is located in the North Wing. Classic Lucky Jods, Lucky Heels Down Show Jods, and our new Lucky Tight Riders 🐎awesome tie selection 🐎Stunning satin show shirts and vests in a variety of colors🐎gloves🐎boots🐎turquoise jewelry 🐎gifts🐎lots of close out sales
🤩A true treasure hunt you wont want to miss🤩

12/08/2025

Memories, moments, green shavings… 4⃣ more days until the hooves of the greats, past, present and future, trot through the in-gate.