Key Facts to Remember About the 2024 Kentucky State Fair World’s Championship Horse Show

The 2024 Kentucky State Fair World’s Championship Horse Show is one of the premier events in the equestrian calendar. Here are the key details to keep in mind:

• Dates: August 17-24, 2024
• Location: Kentucky Fair and Exposition Center, Louisville, Kentucky
• Entry Deadlines:
  • Regular Entry: Closes on July 3, 2024
  • Late Entry: From July 4-12, 2024, with an additional fee of $1,000 per entry

Judges and Key Officials to Remember

Knowing the officials is crucial for understanding the event’s structure:

• Judges: Tammie Conatser, Steve Crabtree, William Greenwell, Anne Judd, Kent Swalla
• Stewards: Joyce Hamblin, Glenn Petty, Stacy Wright
• Announcers: Peter Doubleday, Mark Farrar, Austin “Buddy” Waggoner, III
• Ringmasters: Don Baker, John Frye, Kent Moeller, Jerome Parker

Financial Details

Memorize these figures for quick recall:

• Total Prize Money: $1,275,000
  • From Kentucky State Fair: $1,030,000
  • In Silver & Awards: $245,000

Important Roles and Services

• Organist: Gene Wright
• Farriers: Michael Ratcliff, Kevin Harden
• Photographers: Howie Schatzberg, Doug Shiflet
• Video Production: Richfield Video
• Stall Manager: Clay Johnson

Quick Facts for Quick Recall

• The show is part of the Kentucky Association of Fairs & Horse Shows.
• The late entry fee is substantial—$1,000—so it’s best to enter before the regular deadline.
• Prize distribution is significant, making this event highly competitive.

To prepare for follow-up questions, remember: