Horse Show Weekend Itinerary around Rancho Cordova
Rancho Murieta Horse Shows
Murieta Equestrian Center is a great spot for weekend horse, pony, mule, and dog shows!
Each year families from all over Northern California travel to the heart of Gold Country for major equestrian and dog events hosted at the Murieta Equestrian Center. We've compiled a list of upcoming shows below, including other things to do in Rancho Cordova when you spend a weekend in town!
All About Murieta Equestrian Center
Murieta Equestrian Center (MEC) is California's premier equestrian venue, attracting over 180,000 competitors and spectators annually to more than 50 horse shows. Highlights include the Sacramento International Horse Show, a World Cup jumping competition, and the Horse Expo. The center boasts luxury amenities such as the glamour ranch boutique Cares & Whoas, and the Murieta Café, both open during show hours. With five indoor arenas, twelve outdoor arenas, cattle facilities, two cutting arenas, 379 permanent stalls, 500 portable stalls, and nine expansive spectator seating areas, this stunning facility offers unparalleled opportunities and experiences.
2026 Events
February Events
| Event Name | Date |
| Northern Winter Classics I | 2/12 - 2/15 |
| Northern Winter Classics II | 2/18 - 2/22 |
| Northern Winter Classics III | 2/25 - 3/1 |
March Events
| Event Name | Date |
| Northern Winter Classics IV | 3/4 - 3/8 |
| Golden State Dressage March Mania | 3/13 - 3/15 |
| Gold N Grand Spring | 3/19 - 3/22 |
| Sacramento Spring Classic I | 3/26 - 3/29 |
April Events
| Event Name | Date |
| Sacramento Spring Classic II | 4/1 - 4/5 |
| Golden State Dressage Festival | 4/10 - 4/12 |
| Arabian Horse Association of Northern California | 4/15 - 4/19 |
| The California Paint Horse Association | 4/22 - 4/26 |
| Area VII Shetland Pony & Miniature Horse Club/California Classic | 4/25 - 4/26 |
May Events
| Event Name | Date |
| Cowboy Dressage | 5/2 - 5/3 |
| River City Equestrian Events Hunter/Jumper Show #2 | 5/7 - 5/10 |
| YOLO Spring Classic | 5/13 - 5/17 |
| River City Equestrian Events Hunter/Jumper Show #3 | 5/14 - 5/17 |
| WCRHA | 5/20 - 5/24 |
June Events
| Event Name | Date |
| Western States Horse Expo | 6/5 - 6/7 |
| Golden State Dressage Classic | 6/12 - 6/14 |
| Ranch Horse Spectacular Horse Show | 6/19 - 6/21 |
| American Miniature Horse Association Championships | 6/26 - 6/28 |
July Events
| Event Name | Date |
| Gold N Grand | 7/30 - 8/2 |
August Events
| Event Name | Date |
| 8/8 - 8/9 | |
| EVUSA/USEF Winter Vaulting Festival | 8/13 - 8/16 |
| San Joaquin Paint Horse Club | 8/21 - 8/23 |
| River City Equestrian Events Hunter/Jumper Show #4 | 8/21 - 8/23 |
| Mother Lode Morgan Show | 8/27 - 8/30 |
| OutWest Long Ears Foundation Miniature Donkey Show | 8/28 - 8/30 |
September Events
| Event Name | Date |
| River City Equestrian Events Hunter/Jumper Show #5 | 9/11 - 9/13 |
| USDF Region 7/CDS State Championships | 9/17 - 9/20 |
| Sacramento International Horse Show Welcome Week | 9/24 - 9/27 |
| Sacramento International Horse Show | 9/30 - 10/4 |
October Events
| Event Name | Date |
| Cowboy Dressage World Finals | 10/7 - 10/11 |
| Foothills Fall Classic | 10/7 - 10/11 |
| Murieta Autumn Classic | 10/14 - 10/18 |
| Sierra Gold Pony Club Rally | 10/17 - 10/18 |
| MEC Halloween Spooktacular | 10/21 - 10/25 |
| Goldmine Quarter Horse Circuit | 10/28 - 11/1 |
November Events
| Event Name | Date |
| WCRHA Year End Show | 11/4 - 11/8 |
| Nor Cal Walking Horse Show | 11/6 - 11/8 |
| Portuguese Water Dog Club of Northern California | 11/21 - 11/23 |
| ABBA Dogs / SDTC | 11/27 - 11/29 |
| AHANC | 11/28 |
December Events
Event Name | Date |
| 12/4 - 12/6 | |
| Murieta Christmas Classic | 12/11 - 12/13 |
| TRACS | 12/31 - 1/3 |
Nearby Lodging
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