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Kentucky Horse ParkHistory

Forty years ago, a unique horse farm and educational theme park officially opened to the public. Owned and operated by the Commonwealth of Kentucky, the 1,224 acre Kentucky Horse Park was dedicated to our relationship with the horse.

Early on, the Park’s mission was to educate the public about the importance of the Thoroughbred to Kentucky’s economy. As the horse show world grew, so did the Park’s footprint, focus, landscape, mission and economic impact.*

In 1978, the Park’s inaugural year, competitors journeyed to the KHP for the World Three-Day Event Championships (now called the Land Rover Kentucky Three-Day Event).

Soon after opening, The Park became home to another unique destination: The International Museum of the Horse, a Smithsonian affiliate.

Later, more barns, rings and arenas were constructed, including Rolex Stadium and the Alltech Arena, major venues for the 2010 World Equestrian Games. The KHP now hosts more than 200 high profile horse shows and special events each year attracting visitors, competitors and horses from across the country and around the world.

In addition to hosting a varity of world-class events, the Kentucky Horse Park also presents equine entertainment: live shows that inform, educate and engage hundreds of thousands of guests annually. In 2017 alone, the KHP welcomed visitors from all 50 states and 23 countries.

The Kentucky Horse Park has grown to become a crown jewel of the Commonwealth. Join us as we celebrate this important anniversary.

* A 2016 study by Certec found that The Kentucky Horse Park has more than

a $130 million annual economic impact on the state.

Events2018

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Other Popular Annual Events

Land Rover Kentucky 3 Day Event April 26-29Festival of the Bluegrass June 7-10Breyerfest July 13-15Hats Off Day July 28Battle in the Saddle September 28HalloWhinny Show October 28CP National Horse Show Oct 30 to Nov 4

July 21 | 8:30 to 11:30 pm

FAMILY MOVIE NIGHT at ROLEX STADIUM Watch our resident equine idol, Odd Job Bob, star in the movie “The Greening of Whitney Brown” under the stars at Rolex Stadium. Includes kids’ activities, giveaways and a meet and greet with Odd Job Bob!

$5 per carload

Aug 3 | 6 to 8 pm

KHP MAKERS MARK SIP & CELEBRATE It’s an evening of bourbon-themed appetizers, bourbon tasting, and music in the courtyard. Tickets will be available at kyhorsepark.com.

$75 or $125 w/limited edition Man O’ War Makers Mark bottle

November 16 & 17BLUEGRASS ROCKIN’ RODEO This KHP-owned event features two nights of cowboys and cowgirls at Alltech Arena. Part of the International Professional Rodeo Association, it features eight different events, followed by a concert on the 17th. Enjoy Kentucky Proud food, craft beer, bourbon, music and shopping.

Tickets are $20 each day or $30 for both days and will be available at kyhorsepark.com. Tickets also available at the door.

May 12 | 1 pm

SERGEANT RECKLESS UNVEILING PARTY Small in size, but huge in heart and spirit, Reckless was a pony who became the real-life warhorse of the U.S. Marine Fifth Regiment during the Korean War. See the unveiling of her life-sized sculpture. Followed by a reception in the International Museum of the Horse.

May, June, July, Aug, Sept | 5 to 8 pm

FAMILY FUN NIGHTS Tour the Kids Barn and International Museum of the Horse with the family, then enjoy live entertainment at one of our equine venues. $5 per carload | $5 pony rides

Each Month, Something New!May 18 Mounted Police Demonstration June 29 Parade of Breeds Dinner Theater Aug 24 Hall of Champions Show Sept 21 Draft Horse Demonstration

July 21 | 8 am

RUN for BIG RED Competitive and Casual 5K and 10K routes wind through the grounds and include a tour of the 40th Anniversary exhibit in the Visitor Center. Includes a 40th Anniversary-themed T-shirt.

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40 th Ann i v e r sa ry Ev en t sApril 2 | 9 am to 5 pm

40th ANNIVERSARY OPEN HOUSE 1/2 price admission all day!

Help us kick off a series of 40th Anniversary events on opening day of

our spring season. Enjoy refreshments, kids’ crafts, a new historical display in the Visitor Center; and the launch of the Black Horsemen of the Kentucky Turf exhibit at the International Museum of the Horse.

April 5, 12, 19, 26, & May 3KENTUCKY DERBY EXPERIENCE TOURS Spend the morning in Louisville at the Derby Museum, followed by self-guided tours and lunch at the Kentucky Horse Park. Ticket includes bus transportation from the Kentucky Derby Museum to the KHP and back. Visit www.derbymuseum.org for ticket information.

April 20 | 6 to 9 pm

BLACK HORSEMEN of the KENTUCKY TURF OPENING RECEPTION Join us for the grand opening of the Museum’s newest exhibit that celebrates the influential contributions of African Americans to the horse industry in Kentucky.

THE KENTUCKY HORSE PARK

The Kentucky Horse Park | 4089 Iron Works Parkway | Lexington, KY 40511 | kyhorsepark.com | (859) 233-4303

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