The 2023 National Percheron Show

Scheduled to return to the Indiana State Fair, Indianapolis, Indiana, Thursday, August 10 through Sunday, August 13, 2023.

Hitch classes will begin Thursday, August 10. Halter classes will be held Saturday and Sunday, August 12-13.

Exhibitors Corner will open for entries Spring 2023

We are seeking a co-sponsor for the National Percheron Show Queen/Ambassador. If you are interested and able to match $250 please contact, show committee Chair, Jim Kerwin, jkerwin@percheronhorse.org.

2023 National Percheron Show Queen or Ambassador

Send us a resume telling us why you should be chosen as the National Percheron Show Queen or Ambassador.

Include your involvement with Percheron horses. Send your resume and a recent photograph, to the following:
PHAoA Queen or Ambassador Contest
PO Box 141, Fredericktown, OH 43019
email: percheron@percheronhorse.org
DEADLINE: Postmark or emailed no later than June 1, 2023.

Alternates will be selected in case the selected candidate is unable to attend. All applicants will be notified of the results by e-mail. All candidates must be a member of a Percheron Family (breeder/owner) or involved working with Percheron horses.

There is no age limit, anyone interested can apply. The committee will select the applicant that would best represent the Percheron breed and the Association at the National Percheron Show in Indiana.

The selected candidate is required to attend all four days of the National Show and must be available to present awards and perform other duties as determined by the show management and/or Association officials. The candidate will not be able to show horses or assist others in showing horses during the National Show. Your duties will consume your available time at the show. Appropriate dress is required. Remember, you may be called to ride on a winning hitch, requiring you to climb and step high. Wear clothing that is appropriate for showing and riding on hitch wagons.

If you are selected, you will receive $500.00 following the show to help with your expenses.

If you have any questions, please call Jim Kerwin, Chairman of the National Show Committee, at Ph. (269) 207-1004 E-mail: jkerwin@percheronhorse.org or the Percheron Horse Association at Ph. (740) 694-3602.