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Alexandria Fairgrounds
"A Tradition Since 1856"
2026 Horse Shows
Get yourself a bite to eat, and settle in under our covered grandstands to watch this World Famous horse show! Exhibitors come from all across our great nation to show off these amazing animals. With over 120 different classes, we are sure you'll find a horse you like. Pick one out and root them on to victory!
**Click the PDF below to access the entire show bill**
We are proud to be a member of the following associations!
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Tristate Horse Show Association
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South Central Hackney Association
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Central Ky. Horse Show Association
See below for horse show schedule
*Friday, September 4th
EVENING - 7:00 PM
*Saturday, September 5th
MORNING - 9:00 AM- ACADEMY SHOW
AFTERNOON- 1:00 PM
EVENING- 6:30 PM
*Sunday, September 6th
AFTERNOON- 12:00 NOON
EVENING- 7:00 PM
CHAMPIONSHIP NIGHT
*Monday, September 7th
4-H Horse Show - 12:00 NOON
*NOTICE TO ALL EXHIBITORS*
GENERAL RULES & STALL RENTAL INFORMATION
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All exhibitors must present health certificates and Coggins test papers for their horses and/or ponies before animals will be permitted to show. All animals must conform to the general health rules and regulations posted in the Fair Secretary office.
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All Stalls will be rented from Friday September 4th through Monday September 7th, at $30.00 per stall. Stall reservations will be accepted in advance, providing payment is received in advance. Cancellations can be made up to 7 days before the Fair and stall fees will be refunded.
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Any stall not rented by Friday September 4th, will be rented on a first-come, first-served basis.
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Entry fees will be $15 per entry, except where otherwise noted. On Championship Night for those who tie, entry fee will be $30 for all $350 & $400 classes and $35 for $1000 & $1500 classes. Entry fees will be subtracted from winnings. To qualify, exhibitors must show in appropriate classes at the 2026 Alexandria Fair.
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Entries must be made 1/2 hour prior to show time.
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All grooms must remain in designated areas. They may not render assistance from reserved boxes or grandstand.
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Proper attire is required in all classes.
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Requests for tack changes must be made with the horse show office staff at time of entry. IF GRANTED tack change will be no more than 2 minutes.
For Information Contact:
Doug Carmack, Show Manager
PO Box 302
Alexandria, KY 41001
(859) 393-0621 (Cell)
carmackconstruction@outlook.com
Sally McNichols, Show Secretary
PO Box 302
Alexandria, KY 41001
(859) 391-9800 (Cell)
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