AQHA World and Select World Show Entry Information
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All open, amateur and Select amateur AQHA exhibitors are invited to enter the 2021 Farnam AQHA World Championship Show; AQHA Select World Championship Show, presented by Adequan® (polysulfated glycosaminoglycan); Adequan® Level 2 Championships; and Nutrena Level 1 Championships, slated for October 28 – November 20 at the OKC Fairgrounds in Oklahoma City. Entries will close September 15 with additional entry options available through October 10 with a late fee.
As a reminder, qualifying was waived for all classes, with the exception of an alternative qualifying requirement for open-division roping classes. Read more information.
“We are very pleased to host this year’s Farnam AQHA World and Adequan® Select World and offer a full schedule of events, including four additional show days in 2021,” said Justin Billings, AQHA chief show officer. “We are grateful to welcome all open, amateur and Select amateur exhibitors to this year’s show and excited to watch them compete with their American Quarter Horses for top honors and a chance at winning the coveted gold globe and over $2 million in cash and prizes. Qualifying is waived, with the exception of the open roping classes, so now is your chance to experience an AQHA championship show!”
View the tentative schedule and judges list before you enter.
Entry Information
Exhibitors interested in competing at the 2021 Farnam AQHA World, Adequan® Select World, Adequan® Level 2 Championships and Nutrena Level 1 Championships can access the entry form online. The entry deadline is September 15; there are also two late-entry options available through September 25 and October 10 with a late fee.
New Class Fee Structure
New this year, exhibitors will pay a flat entry fee for each class entered based on the class’s level. Farnam AQHA World and Adequan® Select World classes will not require a per class office fee or drug testing fee in 2021. This entry fee covers the class itself and associated prizes.
- Level 3 classes – $275 per class
- Adequan® Level 2 classes – $200 per class
- Nutrena Level 1 classes – $125 per class
The following events will pay a required purse fee associated with each class, which will be paid back at 100%. The purse fees were set by industry experts and fellow competitors from the respective show subcommittee.
- Cutting
- Reining
- Roping
- Ranch Sorting
- Team Penning
- Working Cow Horse/Boxing
The following events have the opportunity to pay the optional jackpot fee associated with each class, which will be paid back at 100%. The jackpot fees were also set by industry experts and fellow competitors from the respective show subcommittee.
- All-around
- Halter
- Over-fences
- Rail
- Ranch riding
- Ranch trail
- Speed
Additional information, including specific purse and jackpot fees, are available online in the exhibitor handbook and the entry form.
At the annual AQHA Convention, the Show Committee will review member feedback about the purse and jackpot fees to determine potential adjustments.
Returning to the Farnam AQHA World and Adequan® Select World
Returning to the Farnam AQHA World and Adequan® Select World is the 42nd Annual Triangle Fall Horse Sale. Specializing in western performance American Quarter Horses, the Triangle Horse Sale has a reputation as one of the most versatile consignment horse sales in the country. The sale is anticipated to attract high-quality horses and create an amazing marketplace during the first Friday and Saturday of the show, October 29 and 30.
Leveling Eligibility
Be sure to check your eligibility before you enter. Exhibitors can confirm an exhibitor or horse’s level at www.aqha.com/leveling. View the list of open and amateur exhibitors who are ineligible to show horses in the Adequan® Level 2 Championships.
We want to know about you!
Once your entry form is submitted, fill out the Farnam AQHA World and Adequan® Select World exhibitor bio form. The information will be used by the AQHA Media Team and shared with additional media outlets during the show.
Need more information?
If exhibitors have additional questions, contact worldshow@aqha.org.
For more information on the Farnam AQHA World and Adequan® Select World, visit www.aqha.com/worldshow.
About the Farnam AQHA World and Adequan® Select World
The 2021 Farnam AQHA World and Adequan® Select World are the premier events in the equine industry for amateur, Select amateur and open exhibitors. The combined show will also host the Adequan® Level 2 and Nutrena Level 1 championships. The shows will be hosted according to local, state and federal mandates. The shows feature over three weeks of exciting competition, educational opportunities and a bountiful trade show. For more information, visit www.aqha.com/world show.
About the Sponsors
Founded in 1946 and celebrating its 75th Anniversary, Farnam Companies Inc., has grown to become one of the most widely recognized names in the animal health products industry, and has become one of the largest makers of equine products in the country. That’s why no one offers a more complete selection of horse care products. Farnam Horse Products serves both the pleasure horse and the performance horse markets with products for fly control, deworming, hoof and leg care, grooming, wound treatment and leather care, plus supplements.
Adequan®, the official equine joint therapy of AQHA, is the proud title sponsor of the Adequan® Select World and the Adequan® Level 2 Championships. When you choose a joint therapy for your horses, choose Adequan®.
Read more about Nutrena, the official feed of AQHA and title sponsor of the 2021 Nutrena Level 1 Championships.
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