Events
Join Us!
Mark your calendars for some fun-filled events that benefit KYEAC!
Purses for Ponies
Thursday, February 12th, 2026
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
701 Red Mile Rd, Lexington, KY
Join us for an evening of sipping, shopping, and supporting the horses who need us most!
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Enjoy gorgeous décor, lite bites, wine, and a silent auction full of designer purses and chic accessories.
It’s the perfect girls’ night out—or date night—with a purpose. VIP guests receive early auction access, a glass of sparkling wine, and a special swag bag.
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VIP $75 General Admission $35
Attire: Smart Casual
Equine Affaire
April 9th – April 12th, 2026
Ohio Expo Center
Columbus, OH
Equine Affaire is all about opportunities!
Mingle with many of the foremost trainers, coaches, competitors, judges, and experts in the horse industry.
Meet and appreciate dozens of breeds of horses from around the world. Buy a horse—or sell one. Experience the excitement of the Versatile Horse & Rider Competition (Equine Affaire’s ultimate test of horsemanship) and the drama of the Fantasia (Equine Affaire’s signature musical celebration of the horse.)
Interface with all facets of the horse industry while sharing your passion for horses with friends, family, and fellow horse people.
Hats Off Day
Saturday, July 25th, 2026
1:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Kentucky Horse Park
A salute to Kentucky’s horse industry, come out for this free, family-friendly event to celebrate the horse industry. Don’t miss the Rood & Riddle Kentucky Grand Prix show jumping competition as the featured evening entertainment of Hats Off Day in the Rolex Stadium.
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Hats Off to Kentucky’s Horse Industry Day is a celebration of the horse and its impact on the state of Kentucky. The day offers fun family activities, including arts and crafts for children, horse and pony rides, interactive educational booths, equine performance demonstrations, and a $50,000 Grand Prix show jumping competition. From the average horse fan to the avid equestrian, Hats Off Day offers something for everyone. This is the only day of the year an entire family can enjoy the Kentucky Horse Park and all it offers, for free!
Deck the Stalls
Sunday, December 6th, 2026
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Kentucky Equine Adoption Center
Holiday Fun at the Kentucky Equine Adoption Center!
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Join us Saturday, December 5th, for our annual Deck the Stalls Holiday Celebration—a joyful afternoon for the whole family filled with festive fun, heartwarming moments, and of course, plenty of horses!
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Celebrate the season with a visit to the farm and soak in the peace and beauty of the Bluegrass while meeting our incredible equine residents. Enjoy holiday treats, take photos with Santa, and share in the holiday cheer.
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Best of all, every ticket supports our mission to rescue, rehabilitate, and rehome horses in need, so your holiday outing truly makes a difference.
