Signature Shows/Events
In addition to PCQHA's California Championship Horse Show, find a comprehensive list of AQHA-sanctioned shows and special events. Beyond the arena, PCQHA celebrates its members and industry leaders with events such as the Membership & Awards Banquet and the Hall of Fame Induction Dinner.
May 11 - May 16, 2026​
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The Nutrena AQHA West Level 1 Championship is a premier event tailored for Level 1, Rookie, and walk-trot competitors, offering a platform to showcase their skills. It will be held in conjunction with the Arizona Quarter Horse Association’s Pinnacle Circuit.
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Located at the South Point Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas.
July 29 - August 9, 2026
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The AQHYA World Championship Show is the pinnacle event for youth exhibitors competing with American Quarter Horses. This prestigious show brings together top riders from across the country to compete in a wide range of disciplines, including Western Pleasure, Horsemanship, Trail, Western Riding, Reining, Cutting, Working Hunter, Showmanship, and more.
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Located at the OKC Fairgrounds in Oklahoma City.
Oct 30 - November 22, 2025
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​The AQHA World Championship Show and Adequan® Select World Championship Show showcase the highest level of American Quarter Horse Competition. This event is the ultimate stage for exhibitors at the highest levels, featuring a diverse lineup of Western, English, and Ranch events.
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Located at the OKC Fairgrounds in Oklahoma City.
2026 California Show Schedule
SCPHA Open & AQHA Special Event
January 3 - 4, 2026
Temecula, CA
Gold N Grand
Spring
March 19 - 22, 2026
Rancho Murieta, CA
SCPHA Open & AQHA Special Event
April 25 - 26, 2026
Temecula, CA
SLOCQHA
Mother's Day Circuit
June 10 -14 , 2026
Paso Robles, CA
*PCQHA Buckle Bonanza Show
AQHBofSCV
Watsonville Show
July 22 - 26, 2026
Watsonville, CA
SCPHA Open & AQHA Special Event
September 12 - 13, 2026
Temecula, CA
SCPHA Open & AQHA Special Event
October 10 - 11, 2026
Temecula, CA
SCPHA Open & AQHA Special Event
January 24 - 25, 2026
Temecula, CA
SCPHA Open & AQHA Special Event
April 1-2, 2026
Temecula, CA​
AQHA West Level 1 Championship
May 11 - 16, 2026
Las Vegas, NV
SCPHA Open & AQHA Special Event
June 13 - 14, 2026
Temecula, CA
Gold N Grand
Fall
July 30 - August 2, 2026
Rancho Murieta, CA
Brookside
Bonanza Fall
October 1 - 4, 2026
Brookside, CA
SCPHA Open & AQHA Special Event
December 5 - 6, 2026
Temecula, CA
Back-2-Basics
Horse Show
Jan 28 - February 1, 2026
Rancho Murieta, CA
*PCQHA Buckle Bonanza Show
CPHA
Show of the Year
April 22 - 29, 2026
Rancho Murieta, CA
Brookside
Bonanza Spring
May 28 - 31, 2026
Elk Grove, CA
*PCQHA Buckle Bonanza Show
The EMO Celebration
Horse Show
June 25 - July 5, 2026
Las Vegas, NV
The California Championship Show
September 2 - 6, 2026
Paso Robles, CA
Ranch Horse Rendezvous
October 8 - 11, 2026
Temecula, CA