IRHA Events

Step into the arena where authenticity, skill and tradition come together. IRHA-approved shows celebrate the true working ranch horse and provide fair, enjoyable competition opportunities for riders of all breeds and experience levels.

Whether you’re competing for payouts, recognition or simply the satisfaction of a good day’s work, IRHA events are where ranch horse enthusiasts connect, compete and grow.

Find an Upcoming Approved Show

Browse the list of IRHA-approved shows happening across the globe. Each approved event upholds IRHA’s standards of integrity, safety and fairness—so you can compete with confidence, no matter where you ride.

wdt_ID wdt_created_at wdt_last_edited_by wdt_last_edited_at Event Name Dates Location Added Money
1 APHA Western Nationals Oct. 30-Nov. 2, 2025 Las Vegas, NV, USA $1,000/Class
2 October Ranch Horse Show Oct. 17-19, 2025 Wiener Neustadt, AT $400/Class
3 EquitaLyon Oct. 29-Nov. 2, 2025 Lyon, FR $500/Class

Show Approvals

Interested in hosting an IRHA-approved event?
Submit your show for approval using the official IRHA Show Approval Form below. Email Sandy Jirkovsky if you have any questions.

Show Managers

Show approval applications must be submitted at least 30 days prior to the event date. Show manager and secretary contact information may be published for exhibitor reference.

Requirements:

  • Approval Fee and completed Show Application submitted to 30 days before the event

  • Results submitted to IRHA within two weeks after the event concludes

    • To ensure consistency and accuracy, all show managers must use the official IRHA Results Template when submitting results.
  • 5% of all entry fees remitted to IRHA

  • Up to 20% of entry fees may be retained by show management

  • Minimum of 75% of entry fees must be added to the event purse

  • Additional added money may be generated by show management