Getting ready for and taking part in the Minnesota 4-H State Horse Show gives 4-H'ers life skills. It's always a great experience for them and their families.
At this show, you will see 4-H'ers of all ages showing their riding skills in Western and English styles, their knowledge of horses and teamwork. This event is free to the public!
Show dates
- Sept. 15-18, 2023
- At the Minnesota State Fair Grounds
For participants and volunteers
Important information
2023 information to be posted soon.
- Electrical camping list
- Overflow camping list
- Sept. 7 webinar recording and PowerPoint presentation
- 4-H State Horse Show program
- 4-H State Horse Show project information
- 2022 Show schedule for participants
- 2022 State Horse Show Premium Handbook
Judging
Challenged riders
4-H'ers with physical or mental challenges can participate in state horse show through this program. Ask your local Extension staff about signing up.
- Volunteer your horse for the judging contest
- Donation form
- Nearby hotels - The reservation cut-off date is Aug. 28, 2023.
- Camping electrical reservation
- Commercial booth application
- How to advertise in the show program book
Sign up to volunteer at the state horse show
4-H State Horse Show exhibitors are strongly encouraged to go through the horse interview process.
The online test is the only component to the interview test process. 4-H’ers should complete the test prior to attending the State 4-H Horse Show. This can be done on any device with internet access. If you don’t have internet access, contact your local staff for assistance.
Exhibitors will have 60 minutes to watch the video and complete the test once the link is opened. Interview tests must be completed by noon on Friday, Sept. 15, 2023. If an exhibitor completes the test more than once, the first score will be the score that is counted.
Interview winners will be announced at the State 4-H Horse Show. If there is a tie, there are specific tie-breaking questions.
Winners in each of the two age divisions will receive an embroidered sweatshirt.
Online interview test
All 4-H exhibitors should select the test based on their school grade completed.
- Intermediate test (grades 6-8)
- Senior test (grades 9-13)
Contacts
Show chairs
- Randy Dokken, chair, ralsdokken@embarqmail.com
- Amy DeGroot, show secretary, adegroot@umn.edu
Staff
- Renee Kostick, Extension educator and horse liaison, hinkx001@umn.edu, 218-232-5174
- Amy DeGroot, executive administrative specialist, adegroot@umn.edu, 218-828-2300