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Western Games Event

Western Games Event - Tuesday of Fair Week at 6pm

The Western Games Department is a unique event at our fair that is commonly referred to as a horse and rider "playday" or "gymkhana" that includes speed racing events in three patterns for age groups from youth to adult. There are three patterns in which riders compete for fast times: Cloverleaf Barrel Pattern, Pole Bending (a weaving pattern) and Idaho Figure 8 (a figure eight pattern).

The Western Games department awards ribbons as well as prizes and swag. Come watch an exciting, fast paced "play day" between horse and rider at the Bill Conboy Arena on Tuesday night of the fair week. Horses love to hear a good crowd as much as riders do!




Western Games Exhibitors Information

WESTERN GAMES FAIR ENTRIES DEPARTMENT

PREMIUM POINTS:

BLUE 50

RED 35

WHITE 25

ENTRY FEE: $15 (or $5 PER PATTERN)

SUPERINTENDENT: JACKIE DUMOLT

ENTRY DEADLINE: JULY 3, 2026*


*All entries must be submitted by the deadline for the fair to prepare draws, administrative tasks and logistical considerations in each department. If for any reason that you are unable to participate at the time of the event; let the department know as soon as possible and your entry submission will be scratched.

SCHEDULE:

  • Event Begins - Tuesday 6pm
  • Awards - Friday 3pm
  • Parade of Champions - Saturday 11:45am
  • Livestock Parade - Sunday 12:15pm

GENERAL RULES

1. WESTERN GAMES FAIR ENTRIES AND FEES FOR ALL CLASSES MUST BE SUBMITTED BY STATED DEADLINE. NO LATE ENTRIES ACCEPTED.

2. Western Games Rules used and posted with the following modifications:

a. Starting line is the eye or flag.

b. No run out lanes in any event.

c. Peewees riders can have an assistant on foot walk tem to the starting line ONLY.

d. Pole bases are the ones available on the grounds.

e. Helmets NOT REQUIRED, BUT STRONGLY ENCOURAGED WITH ASTM/SEI APPROVAL; cowboy hat or no hat. No visors or caps.

3. No Showmanship required.

4. May haul in. Do not have to stall during the fair.

5. Due to time allowed, only one run/rider/event.

6. No exhibitor under the age of 6 is permitted to participate in the Western Games Department.


ROSETTES

Rosettes are awarded to the Grand & Reserve Champion High Point winner in each age division.

All age divisions are based on age reached by October 1 of the previous year.



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