08/30/2026
ππ¨ Don't Wait... The Hotel Booking Deadline Is Almost Here! π¨π
Planning to join us for the MQHA Thanksgiving Classic AQHA/APHA Show this October? Now is the time to book your accommodations and take advantage of our special exhibitor rate!
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Show Dates: October 9β12, 2026
π¨ Room Block Available: October 7β12
β° Book by September 5th!
When booking your room:
πΉ Use Booking Code: 1125020
OR
πΉ Ask for the Manitoba Quarter Horse Association / Thanksgiving Classic room block.
π Canada Inns: (204) 775-8791
Don't miss out! After September 5th, discounted rates and room availability can no longer be guaranteed.
Book your room, pack your tack, and get ready to wrap up the show season with an incredible Thanksgiving weekend of horses, friends, and competition! π΄π
We can't wait to see everyone at the MQHA Thanksgiving Classic! π€
08/18/2026
ππ΄ The wait is over! π΄π
The MQHA Thanksgiving Classic AQHA/APHA Show is just around the corner, and the Showbill is now LIVE! ππ
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October 9thβ12th
π Keystone Centre, Brandon, MB
It's time to start planning your classes, making your travel arrangements, and getting ready for one of our favourite shows of the season! π€
π View the Showbill here:
π https://mqha.ca/thanksgiving-classic
We can't wait to welcome exhibitors, families, and friends for another fantastic Thanksgiving weekend filled with great horses, great competition, and great memories. β€οΈπ΄
Who's planning to join us this October? ππ
08/17/2026
MQHA Thanksgiving AQHA/APHA Show Bill - will be posted very soon!
we are just finalizing a couple details!
πOctober 9-13, 2026π
07/20/2026
Donβt miss out on a fun weekend of Ranch Showing at our Ranch Classic Show. All details are on the website! VHR classes. AQHA ranch classes and All Breed classes! going to be a fun weekend!
MQHA is excited to host our next upcoming show along side the Crocus Cowhorse Association July 25th and 26th. Featuring Versatility Ranch Horse Classes, AQHA Ranch Classes and All Breed Classes. Including Working Cow classes.
Keep your π open for more details on our website on where to go and how to sign up!
https://mqha.ca/ranch-horse-classic
07/18/2026
Congratulations to our Dog Days of Summer Show weekend award winners!
07/15/2026
MQHA is excited to host our next upcoming show along side the Crocus Cowhorse Association July 25th and 26th. Featuring Versatility Ranch Horse Classes, AQHA Ranch Classes and All Breed Classes. Including Working Cow classes.
Keep your π open for more details on our website on where to go and how to sign up!
https://mqha.ca/ranch-horse-classic
07/09/2026
π Dukeβs Burger Company will be attending the Dog Days of Summer show this weekend and will be offering both breakfast and lunch menus.
Location: Ringside at Dog Days of Summer, Birds Hill Park Equestrian Centre
Grab yourself some great food & come watch the show!
07/07/2026
π€ π Join us this Thursday & Friday (July 9th & 10th) ππ€
Two days of learning with Julia Keil Quibell at the MHC Equestrian Facility in Birds Hill Provincial Park.
Whether youβre riding or simply looking to expand your knowledge, this clinic offers valuable instruction in:
π΄ Ranch Riding
π΅ Ranch Trail
β Working Western Rail & Horsemanship
π€ Reining
π Auditors are welcome!
Not everyone learns from the saddleβsometimes the best seat is ringside! Bring a lawn chair and spend the day watching, taking notes, and learning from Juliaβs instruction, demonstrations, and rider feedback. Itβs a great opportunity to gain insight into what judges are looking for and pick up tips you can take home to your own horse.
πͺ Auditor Fees:
π² $40 for one day
π² $60 for both days
π Location: MHC Equestrian Facility β Ring 5
πͺ Please use the Main Park Gate Entrance off Hwy 59 (the East Gate will be closed.)
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Check out the schedule below to see the topics being covered each day. We hope to see you there!
07/06/2026
π£π΄ The moment youβve been waiting for is here! π΄π£
The Dog Days of Summer patterns have officially been released! π
Nowβs the time to study your patterns, make a plan, and get ready for an incredible weekend in the show pen. πͺπ
Manitoba Quarter Horse Association
Official AQHA Affiliate