MORGAN GRAND NATIONAL & WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP
OCTOBER 10 - 17, 2026 - STATE FAIR PARK, OKLAHOMA CITY, OK
LOCATION
The Morgan Grand National & World Championship Horse Show returns to its storied home at State Fair Park, Located in Oklahoma City, OK. a place where tradition, prestige, and the pinnacle of the Morgan horse world converge.
DATES
The 2026 Morgan Grand National and World Championship will return to Oklahoma City’s State Fair Park on October 10 - 17, 2026. Guests are encouraged to book travel accommodations and travel with haste. This is the show of champions.
HISTORY
The Morgan Grand National & World Championship Horse Show was founded in 1973, establishing a national stage for the Morgan horse. Since 1975, it has been held at State Fair Park. Today it remains the pinnacle of the breed, where champions are made. .
At the heart of the Morgan Grand National & World Championship Horse Show lies a partnership between the American Morgan Horse Association and the Morgan Horse Foundation, a collaboration that elevates the show beyond competition into a meaningful expression of stewardship and legacy.
Through this alliance, a portion of sponsorship support is reinvested into the future of the Morgan horse. Scholarships are awarded, educational pathways are expanded, youth initiatives are nurtured, and opportunities are created to share the breed’s story with a wider audience, ensuring that its tradition continues to inspire generations to come.
The show itself is guided by Morgan Grand National LLC, a subsidiary of the Morgan Horse Foundation, which works in concert with AMHA to steward the event with care and intention. Together, they curate not only a world-class championship, but also cornerstone moments such as the esteemed AMHA Youth of the Year competition, where the next generation of leaders is celebrated.
For those drawn to the enduring elegance and spirit of the Morgan, further exploration awaits at the breed’s official home: www.morganhorse.com, an invitation to step deeper into a legacy thoughtfully preserved and beautifully shared.
ABOUT THE SHOW
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The Morgan Grand National & World Championship Horse Show is the pinnacle of the Morgan horse world, a distinguished gathering where the breed’s finest come together in celebration of excellence, versatility, and tradition.
Each autumn, at State Fair Park, this storied championship unfolds over the course of a week, welcoming exhibitors and spectators from across the country. Here, elegance meets performance across a full spectrum of disciplines, from saddle seat and driving to hunter, western, and dressage, each class a reflection of the Morgan’s enduring brilliance.
More than a competition, it is a cultural moment for the breed: a place where generations gather, rising talent meets legacy, and the unmistakable spirit of the Morgan horse is showcased at its most refined.
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State Fair Park
3001 General Pershing Blvd. Oklahoma City, OK 73107
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Yes, the Morgan Grand National & World Championship Horse Show is a USEF sanctioned show, the following members must complete SafeSport.
Competing members: Any member 18 years or older, including amateur, professional, and junior members who are 18+
Owners: Owners with an annual, three-year, or lifetime membership
Officials and staff: Licensed officials, Chefs d'Equipe, staff, board members, and competition management.
Professionals: Coaches, human physios, farriers, trainers, and veterinarians.
Selectors: Selectors hired or contracted by USEF.
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The Morgan Grand National and World Championship Horse Show offers a wide range of divisions including: Park Saddle, Park Harness, English Pleasure, English Pleasure Driving, Classic Pleasure, Classic Pleasure Driving, Hunter Seat, Western, Equitation, Roadster, Roadhack, Carriage Driving, Driven Dressage, Ridden Dressage, Western Dressage, Ranch, and Jumping.
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Kacy Tipton-Fashik - Weirsdale, FL - Carriage
Allison Deardorff - Molalla, OR - Classic | Park | Pleasure
Jolene Galvin-Yerckie - Scottsdale, AZ - Classic | Park | Pleasure
Fay Lowry - Columbia, MO - Classic | Park | Pleasure
Kristin Stivers - Midway, KY - Classic | Park | Pleasure
Doreen Horsey - Foothills, AB Canada - Dressage
Carolyn Lindholm - Los Angeles, CA - Dressage | Western Dressage
Marie Maloney - Wichita, KS - Dressage | Western Dressage
Sandra Currier - Bellville, TX - Equitation
Lynda Freseth - Versailles, KY - Equitation
Gayle Lampe - Fulton, MO - Equitation
Matthew Roberts - Cave Creek, AZ - Equitation
Jeanne Marie Dunford-Miller - Palmyra, VA - Hunter | Jumper
Josh Greer - East Bernstadt, KY - Hunter | Western
Coby Holowacz - Hamden, NY - Hunter | Western
Bruce McCrea - Edmond, OK - Hunter | Western
Jessica Sebring - Richmond, MA - Hunter | Western
Jill Mitchell - Marysville, CA - Ranch | Reining | Trail
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The Morgan Grand National & World Championship Horse Show is excited to welcome back Howie Schatzberg to the winner’s enclosure. To view photographs for place an order from the 2026 edition of the MGN click here!
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Join us as we celebrate the 53rd Annual Grand National & World Championship Morgan Horse Show®.
Live coverage starts October 4th and goes through October 11th.
All four rings will be produced and live streamed by Richfield Video Productions.
You can access all four rings live for $35/day or $175 for the entire show.
After you have made your purchase, return to this page and click the link to login to your account.
For technical assistance, please contact Richfield Video or call 502-664-0870.Click below on the option you wish to purchase.