Discover the Majesty of the Big Thunder Draft Horse Show!

The Competition: Experience the adrenaline-pumping excitement as Clydesdale, Percheron, and Belgian horses, each weighing a ton and adorned in patent leather and chrome harnesses, pull historically restored wagons, and navigate a series of exhilarating maneuvers. Witness their skill in events like the Single Cart Classes and the breathtaking Six and Eight-Horse Hitches, where these majestic creatures showcase their prowess in a dazzling display of strength and precision.

Champion Status: The Big Thunder Draft Horse Show attracts many elite hitches boasting National or World Champion titles, with participants traveling from across the nation, Canada, and Colorado. Their presence adds an air of prestige and competitiveness to the event, highlighting the caliber of talent and skill on display

Schedule of Events

January 12, 2024

5:00 P.M. - 6:00 P.M.: Up Close and Personal – Interactive Barn Visit

5:30 P.M.
Pre-Show (Public is Welcome)
Men's Cart
Show Team

6:30 P.M.
Main Performance
Flag Presentation / National Anthem
Ladies Cart
Kids Stick Horse Race
Six Horse Hitch
Intermission
Four Horse Hitch
People's Choice Award
Unicorn Hitch
Barns are open to the public for (1) hour post-show

January 13, 2024

12:30 P.M. - 1:30 P.M.: Up Close and Personal – Interactive Barn Visit

1:00 P.M.
Pre-Show (Public is Welcome)
Men's Cart
Show Team

2:00 P.M.
Main Performance
Flag Presentation / National Anthem
Ladies Cart
Kids Stick Horse Race
Six Horse Hitch
Intermission
Four Horse Hitch
People's Choice Award
Unicorn Hitch
Barns are open to the public for (1) hour post-show

January 14, 2024

11:30 A.M. - 12:30 P.M.: Up Close and Personal – Interactive Barn Visit

1:00 P.M.
Main Performance
Flag Presentation / National Anthem
Classic Cart Series
Youth Cart Series
Ladies Team
Intermission
Eight Horse Hitch
Kids Stick Race
People's Choice Award
Best Man Driver Award
Best Shod Award
Drive4theCure - Ladies Four Horse Drive Off
Best Lady Driver Award
Overall High Point Award
Barns are open to the public for (1) hour post-show

Date: January 12-14, 2024

Location:
The Ranch - Larimer County Fairgrounds,
5280 Arena Cir,
Loveland, CO 80538.

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