Warrenton Horse Show Association

06/24/2026

A heartfelt thank you to Warrenton Toyota and Miller Toyota — feature sponsors of the Warrenton Horse Show for over twenty years. They sponsor the $5,000 Warrenton Hunter Classic on Saturday and also Sunday’s Hunt Night.

Warrenton Toyota has been serving Fauquier County and the surrounding region for years, and its commitment to this community extends well beyond the showroom. Miller Toyota, their sister dealership in Manassas, shares the same dedication to Northern Virginia drivers. Together, they represent exactly the kind of local partnership that makes an event like the Warrenton Horse Show possible.

Toyota says Let's Go Places — and for over twenty years, Warrenton Toyota and Miller Toyota have been helping us do exactly that. We are grateful, and we hope you'll show them the same loyalty they've shown us.


🗓️ September 2–6, 2026
📍 Warrenton, Virginia

06/21/2026

THANK YOU, PIEDMONT EQUINE!

We are so grateful to announce that Piedmont Equine Practice is sponsoring FREE parking for every single day of the 2026 Warrenton Horse Show! 🐴

A heartfelt thank you to the incredible team at Piedmont Equine for their generosity and continued support of our horse show community.

📅 September 2–6, 2026

📍 Warrenton, Virginia
🎟️ See you in the ring!

06/18/2026

Where to even begin with the upgrades at the Warrenton Showgrounds? The footing has had a little makeover, and whether you've been coming here for years or you're discovering this gem for the first time, the improvements this season make for an even more special experience for horses and riders alike.

If you have kids and ponies in your life, mark your calendars — The Warrenton Pony Show starts June 24th, and it is not to be missed. This show has such a special place in our community, and we love seeing the next generation of riders shine in the ring. Come out, cheer them on, and take a look around while you're here. We think you'll be impressed.

See you ringside! 🐴

🐴 We’re excited to share some completed improvements to the Warrenton Show grounds!

The show ring and schooling ring footing have both been refreshed and leveled, the schooling ring has been widened, and new fencing has been installed to enhance the exhibitor experience.

A huge thank you to Earth & Turf for their outstanding work on these projects. Their team helped bring these improvements to life, and we can’t wait for exhibitors to enjoy them June 24–28!

06/02/2026

That day in 2025 when Christopher Web won the Leading Handler at the Warrenton Horse Show Association! Thank you, Snowden Clarke, for being the ever-gracious presenter. pc: Only 92 days till everyone's "Favorite Labor Day Tradition".

05/26/2026

Only 99 days till the best Labor Day Tradition begins. Make sure you mark your calendars for September this year. You won't want to miss a minute. https://www.warrentonhorseshow.com/new-page-1

05/21/2026

The excitement for this class is so impressive. Thanks, The Chronicle Of The Horse, for this article.

With nearly 70 entries as of this week, a new $25,000 Thoroughbred Hunter Derby scheduled for this upcoming Upperville C**t & Horse Show seems to show that, if you build it, they will come. More at link in comments.
📸 Lindsay Berreth

05/18/2026

Bill Graves Memorial Thoroughbred Challenge Offers Major Bonus to Upperville & Warrenton Horse Show Top Thoroughbreds

Momentum continues to build for Thoroughbred show hunters with the introduction of an exciting new incentive—the Bill Graves Memorial Thoroughbred Challenge. Created to bring opportunity to Thoroughbreds, the Challenge will award a $5,000 bonus to the horse earning the highest cumulative score across two premier derby events at the Upperville C**t & Horse Show and the Warrenton Horse Show. In addition, a $1,250 bonus will be presented to both the top junior ridden and top amateur ridden Thoroughbreds.

These inaugural bonuses are generously sponsored by Muirfield Insurance owned by Mike and Meg Levy—close friends of Bill Graves. The initiative is designed to further promote demand for Thoroughbreds beyond their racing careers, highlighting their success and adaptability in the show ring.

The first leg of the Challenge will take place at the Upperville C**t & Horse Show which will debut its $25,000 Thoroughbred Hunter Derby on Tuesday, June 2, 2026, in the main hunter ring. This class is supported by prominent sponsors, including Ann Hormel, Jacqueline Mars, and Tisbury Stud, among others.

The second leg will be held at the Warrenton Horse Show during its 127th annual event. The $7,500 William E. “Bill” Graves Memorial Thoroughbred Hunter Derby, generously sponsored by Gainesway Sale Company, will take place on Thursday, September 3, 2026. Both derbies will be conducted as two-round hunter classes at a height of 3 feet and are open to Thoroughbred horses of all backgrounds.

Bill Graves, a beloved member of the Virginia Horse Shows Association Hall of Fame and Senior Vice President at Fasig-Tipton for more than 25 years, dedicated his life to the Thoroughbred industry. Like many horsemen of his era, he began by retraining off-the-track Thoroughbreds into successful show horses. A highly respected rider and horseman, Graves competed at the highest levels nationwide, with deep ties to Warrenton. His passing in 2018 left a lasting void in the equestrian community, but his legacy continues to inspire through initiatives such as this Challenge.

Muirfield Insurance is a full-service equine insurance agency located in Lexington, Kentucky. Their knowledgeable staff has over 100 years of experience working in the equine industry and is dedicated to putting that experience to work to help protect all of your equine-related investments.

For more information about these Derbies go to www.Upperville.com and www.WarrentonHorseShow.com.