The Horse Show Experience at San Diego County Fair
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Step into the exciting world of equestrian sport with an exclusive behind-the-scenes experience!
Watch local riders and their horses train with professional coaches as they prepare for competition. See firsthand the daily care, grooming, and preparation that goes into making these four-legged athletes show-ring ready. Enjoy a rare look at a variety of horse breeds in their beautifully decorated stalls, and witness the hard work and dedication it takes to excel in the sport.
Weekly Focus Schedule:
- Week One: Showjumping
- Week Two: Multiple Breeds Showcase
- Week Three: Showjumping
- Week Four: Western Disciplines
Each week features unique training styles, breeds, and riding techniques—there’s something new to discover every visit!
Daily Performances at the Top of Each Hour
Grab a spot at the rail or take a seat to watch live schooling sessions. Riders of all ages will be working with their trainers in real time, offering a glimpse into the training and teamwork that defines equestrian athletics.
Meet & Greet
After each session, stay for a ringside Q&A with the riders, trainers, and—of course—the horses! Learn about riding lesson opportunities, training programs, and what it takes to become an equestrian athlete. Curious about horse ownership or competition? This is your chance to ask the pros.
Whether you're an aspiring rider or simply a horse lover, this is your chance to connect, learn, and be inspired.
Visit: https://www.sdfair.com/events/2025/the-horse-show-experience
Del Mar Fairgrounds
The 22nd District Agricultural Association (22nd DAA) manages and operates the Del Mar Fairgrounds; its nearby equestrian facility, the Horsepark; and the Del Mar Golf Center, on behalf of the State of California. No tax monies are used in the operation of these facilities. The Del Mar Fairgrounds supports its budget through admission, parking and facility rental fees. The Fairgrounds, including its parking lots, is approximately 340 acres; Horsepark is approximately 65 acres. The Fairgrounds and Horsepark are the sites of nearly 350 events each year. They include weddings, receptions, bar and bat mitzvahs, equestrian and other animal shows, concerts, craft shows, home shows and other social and consumer events.View the event calendar for a day-to-day view of the latest events. Location The Del Mar Fairgrounds is located 20 miles north of downtown San Diego, at 2260 Jimmy Durante Blvd, in the city of Del Mar, California. From Interstate 5, take the Via de la Valle exit and head west (a left turn from the freeway exit if you are northbound; a right turn if you are southbound). Take Via De La Valle to Jimmy Durante Boulevard and turn left. The Fairgrounds will be on your right. Del Mar Horsepark is about two miles east of the Fairgrounds at the corner of Via de la Valle and El Camino Real, at 14550 El Camino Real. Facilities Fairgrounds facilities feature 180,000 square feet of exhibit space, ranging from the Grandstand luxury suites, perfect for an intimate gathering of 10-20 people, to O’Brien Hall, which can hold up to 6,800 people. Also, the Fairgrounds has several outdoor venues, including the Grandstand and the Del Mar Arena, which can seat as many as 7,000 people. The Del Mar Fairgrounds is a permanent venue location to such seasonal attractions as: - Del Mar National Horse Show - San Diego County Fair - The Scream Zone - Surfside Race Place - PBR: Professional Bull Riding - Del Mar Thoroughbred Club
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