Places to Go, Horses to See
Maryland hosts a multitude of horse-related events throughout the year. Feature events – think Jim McKay Maryland Million Day, Maryland 5-Star at Fair Hill and Preakness – can be found at the top of the page, but the opportunities to experience all the Maryland horse industry has to offer don’t stop there.
Pick a category to highlight an area of interest or scroll through events chronologically if you are only in town for a short time; the Maryland horse world is your oyster!
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Events

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Rolling Hills Ranch Jumper Show
June 30, 2023 4:00 pm - 9:00 pm
33 Rolling Hills Ranch Lane | Port Deposit, MD VISIT SITE
A fun day to show off your skills in a very low-key atmosphere. We are very beginner friendly as well as welcoming to the more advanced rider. There will be year-end prizes for the high point riders in each division who compete in at least three shows. There will also be a trainer award to the trainer who brings the most riders to compete in our competitions. We start with rails on the ground and move on up to the height of your choice. The arena is 100′ X 150′ with lights if necessary. -
Graham Equestrian Center July Horse Discovery Day
July 1, 2023 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
10301 Harford Rd | Glen Arm, MD 21057-9230 VISIT SITE
This is a free event! Stop by Graham Equestrian Center to meet and greet some of our horses, pet/brush them and ask questions about horses, horse behavior, horse health and riding. While you are here you can watch a riding lesson or check out some of the trails in this section of Gunpowder Falls State Park. Tickets are not required but please click the ticket link so that you can fill out our waiver before you arrive. This event does not including any riding or pony rides. -
TTR Scavenger Hunt Friday Fun Day
July 7, 2023 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
172 Blue Ribbon Lane | Grasonville, MD 21638 VISIT SITE
Friday Fun Days Come join Talisman for some fun in the sun this Summer! This year we will be hosting mini camps every Friday for kids ages 8-12. Friday Fun Days will take place from 9 am – 12 pm. There will be a variety of different camps to participate in. Opportunities will include horsemanship, crafts, games, and physical activities. A light lunch will be included! Mounted Games Friday Fun Day - June 16, 2023 Red, White, and Blue Friday Fun Day - June 23, 2023 Scavenger Hunt Friday Fun Day - July 7, 2023 Water Wars Friday Funday - July 14, 2023 Christmas in July Friday Fun Day - July 21, 2023 Paint a Horse Friday Fun Day - July 28, 2023 Western Friday Fun Day - August 4, 2023 Drill Team Friday Fun Day - August 11, 2023 Mystery Detective Friday Fun Day - August 18, 2023 Obstacle Course Friday Fun Day - August 25, 2023 Deals when you sign up for more than one program: $175 per person for 1 session $165 per person for 5 sessions $160 per person for all 10 sessions -
Linda Zang Clinic
July 8, 2023-July 9, 2023 8:00 am - 4:15 pm
1114 Shawan Road | Cockeysville, MD 21030 VISIT SITE
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Linden Summer Horse Camps
July 10, 2023-August 25, 2023
8530 Mitchell Rd | La Plata, MD 20646 VISIT SITE
July 10 – 14 July 24 – 28 August 7 – 11 August 21 – 25 Each Daily Program includes some of the following activities: Physical exercise (running and stretching) Horse care (grooming, hoof cleaning, mane & tail care) Horse handling, leading, lunging, driving, showing in-hand Two fifteen-minute rest periods. Riding instruction including exercises on horseback. Trail-ride and/or games on horseback. Lunch break (Students bring a packed lunch) Parents are asked to bring a case of water. Games, art and fun competitions Riding Demonstrations and Exhibitions (Driving, Sidesaddle, Dressage etc) Contact lindenfarm2000@gmail.com to learn more. -
Great and Small Occupational Therapy Summer Camp –...
July 10, 2023-July 21, 2023
17320 Moore Road | Boyds, MD 20841 VISIT SITE
July 10–14 - ages 8-12 July 17–21 - ages 5-8 OT summer camp utilizing equine movement as a treatment tool 3 days out of 5 days. Campers will participate in unmounted outdoor equine and non-equine related activities focusing on social skills, fine motor skills, bi-lateral integration gross motor skills, sensory integration, emotional regulation, attention and direction following. Campers will participate in games, outdoor activities, water and sensory play in a fun novel environment. Campers will all be accompanied by a student/volunteer to provide one-on-one attention to improve participation in play based activities. This is a unique experience to observe occupational therapy in a niche, sensory rich environment. Camp will be half days Monday-Friday of each week. Additional individual OT sessions will be held in the evenings after camp. Opportunities to observe therapeutic riding as well as OT utilizing equine movement as a treatment tool. -
Maryland Therapeutic Riding Girl’s Coping Skills Group
July 11, 2023-August 22, 2023 10:00 am - 11:00 am
1141 Sunrise Beach Rd | Crownsville, MD 21032 VISIT SITE
Maryland Therapeutic Riding is hosting a Girl's Coping Skills Group every Tuesday starting July 11 through August 22 for ages 12-17 years old with anxiety, depression, or other mental health challenges. Participate in weekly equine assisted psychotherapy appointments in a small group setting to learn and utilize coping skills, build connections and confidence in interaction with horses. -
TTR Water Wars Friday Fun Day
July 14, 2023 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
172 Blue Ribbon Lane | Grasonville, MD 21638 VISIT SITE
Friday Fun Days Come join Talisman for some fun in the sun this Summer! This year we will be hosting mini camps every Friday for kids ages 8-12. Friday Fun Days will take place from 9 am – 12 pm. There will be a variety of different camps to participate in. Opportunities will include horsemanship, crafts, games, and physical activities. A light lunch will be included! Mounted Games Friday Fun Day - June 16, 2023 Red, White, and Blue Friday Fun Day - June 23, 2023 Scavenger Hunt Friday Fun Day - July 7, 2023 Water Wars Friday Funday - July 14, 2023 Christmas in July Friday Fun Day - July 21, 2023 Paint a Horse Friday Fun Day - July 28, 2023 Western Friday Fun Day - August 4, 2023 Drill Team Friday Fun Day - August 11, 2023 Mystery Detective Friday Fun Day - August 18, 2023 Obstacle Course Friday Fun Day - August 25, 2023 Deals when you sign up for more than one program: $175 per person for 1 session $165 per person for 5 sessions $160 per person for all 10 sessions -
Maryland Therapeutic Riding Summer Celebration
July 17, 2023-July 21, 2023 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
1141 Sunrise Beach Rd | Crownsville, MD 21032 VISIT SITE
Maryland Therapeutic Riding is excited to offer a variety of summer activities, including their Summer Celebration week open to ages 7-21 years old. Participants will enjoy a fun-filled week of fun in the sun while gaining riding and horsemanship skills in a safe and supportive environment. -
Maryland Therapeutic Riding Expressive Arts Movie Week
July 19, 2023-July 23, 2023
1141 Sunrise Beach Rd | Crownsville, MD 21032 VISIT SITE
Maryland Therapeutic Riding is excited to offer an Expressive Arts Movie Week for students ages 12-17 years old with anxiety, depression, or other mental health challenges. Hosted by Ten Ten Counseling and facilitated by a lincensed mental health provider, participants will gain the opportunity to explore, create and express themselves through creation of a visual media throughout the week.