2026 NERHA Events
Whether you’re a seasoned competitor or a newcomer to the ranch horse scene, NERHA events offer a dynamic and engaging platform to celebrate the versatility and excellence of ranch horses. Join us at various locations as we embark on a journey of horsemanship, camaraderie, and the true spirit of the ranching tradition.
Summer Showdown Ranch Horse Show
*ARHA Approved – Double Judged Ranch Horse Show*
ARHA Divisions: All Age, Amateur, Youth, Novice Amateur, Novice Youth
Non-ARHA Divisions: Walk/Jog Youth, Walk/Jog Adult & All Breed.
Show starts Thursday at 5:00 pm.
Classes include: Ranch Trail, Ranch Boxing, Ranch Riding, Horsemanship, Showmanship, Ranchmanship, Herd Work, Ranch Cutting, Conformation, Ranch Roping, Ranch Reining, Working Cow Horse, Leadline, and Ranch Drive.
July 9-12, 2026
Cobleskill Fairgrounds
113 Sunshine Dr
Cobleskill, NY
Fall Finale Ranch Horse Show
*ARHA Approved – Double Judged Ranch Horse Show*
ARHA Divisions: All Age, Amateur, Youth, Novice Amateur, Novice Youth
Non-ARHA Divisions: Walk/Jog Youth, Walk/Jog Adult & All Breed.
Show starts Thursday at 5:00 pm.
Classes include: Ranch Trail, Ranch Boxing, Ranch Riding, Horsemanship, Showmanship, Ranchmanship, Herd Work, Ranch Cutting, Conformation, Ranch Roping, Ranch Reining, Working Cow Horse, Leadline and Cow Tracking.
September 10-13, 2026
Cobleskill Fairgrounds
113 Sunshine Dr
Cobleskill, NY
NERHA Annual Meeting & Year-End Celebration
Join us for the NERHA Annual Meeting and Year-End Celebration on Saturday, November 21st, from 3:00–8:00 pm at Shaker Ridge Country Club in Albany, NY. The evening will begin with our general membership meeting, followed by a delicious dinner, awards presentation, and our NERHA silent auction. Please bring an item to donate.
More details to follow.
November 21, 2026
3:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Shaker Ridge Country Club
802 Albany Shaker Rd.
Albany, NY 12211