Silver State Horse Expo
November 14 – 15, 2026· Doors Open at 9 AM
Nevada State Fairgrounds · Reno, Nevada
Free to the Public · Expo, Cowboy Christmas & Events
About the Event
A two-day event brought to you by the Nevada Quarter Horse Association. Admission is free — come shop top-notch vendors and take part in the events and Cowboy Christmas. Riders can sign up for a two-day hands-on clinic with Sean Coleman of Applied Horsemanship, the 2027 Road to the Horse Wildcard — and on Saturday, after the clinic, riders compete for amazing prizes. Whether you're a seasoned horse owner or still finding your footing, it's a fantastic chance to learn, connect, and be part of something special right here in Nevada.
Free to Attend
Coming to the expo, Cowboy Christmas, the events and the vendor booths is free for everyone — no ticket needed, just come on down. The riding clinic is a paid sign-up you register for on Zeffy, and it's what opens the door to the Saturday prize competition:
Do the Clinic
It will be amazing
Two days of hands-on learning with Sean Coleman of Applied Horsemanship, the 2027 Road to the Horse Wildcard.
Paid sign-up · not included in free admission
Compete for Amazing Prizes
Saturday after the clinic
On Saturday, after the clinic, riders throw their hats in the ring and compete for amazing prizes.
You must be a clinic participant or an exhibitor to compete
Inside the Clinic
The two-day clinic with Sean Coleman is built in four sections. Buy into the full two days, or purchase entry into only the sections you wish. All sign-ups are on Zeffy.
Saturday Morning
Engage Your Horse's Mind in the Saddle
Teach your horse to become mentally engaged in every task. Teach your horse to seek neutral and become calmer, more connected and more responsive.
Saturday Afternoon
A Simple Pathway to Develop the Lope
Learn a simple and effective pathway to develop a horse that's balanced and available at the lope.
Sunday Morning
Ranch Trail Obstacles
Learn the key element to become great with obstacles. Put purpose to your training, refine your communication and, most importantly, teach your horse to find the answer.
Sunday Afternoon
Ranch Riding — Transitions, Gaits and Lead Departures
Learn to ride seamless transitions, improve the quality of your horse's gaits and refine your riding.
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