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Pacific Spirit Horse Show and More!
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Returning last year, the Pacific National Exhibition (PNE) is once again hosting exciting equine competitions in a variety of disciplines that showcase the diversity of horses to the urban Vancouver public.
Our returning competitions will include Indoor Driving, Indoor Eventing Derby and the Jumper Exhibition. New this year, the PNE will be hosting the Best of the West Archery Championships. And back by popular demand the Knights of Valour show! The PNE is extremely excited to have a solid line-up once again of equine competitions and exciting shows in the Agrodome from Wednesday, August 23rd - Monday, September 4th.
Jumper Exhibition
The Pacific Spirit Horse Show always ends on Labor Day weekend with the crowd favourite Junior Amateur Jumper competition, which will run from Thursday, August 31st – Sunday, September 3rd. Riders will compete in a number of open classes during the day in heights ranging from 2’3” to 3’6”, while the evenings will hold specialty classes such as Dog and Pony, Open Points Choice and Obstacles in a Line. Please refer to the PNE website for the exact schedule.
Indoor Driving
Gone are the days of trotting your buggy to church. Speed, distance, tight turns and even tighter spaces makes today’s Carriage Driving. With flashy harnesses and flashier horses of all sizes, this sport is a thrill for everyone. Come check out this wonderful sport from August 23rd - 24th.
Best Of The West Archery Championships
The 2023 Best of the West Championships are headed to the PNE on August 26th - 27th. The search for the greatest 3D archers in the west takes place this summer with 5 qualifier tours across western BC. The top 5 competitors in each class will then face each other down in dramatic fashion at centre stage in the Agrodome at the PNE! Lights, camera, action – come watch the fun of the Best of the West as it is brought to the Big City audience. If you happen to come to the Fair on August 26th or 27th you will be able to see some of the best archers show off their skills in fun fashion.
Indoor Eventing Derby
Developed to allow riders and horses to practice their Cross-Country skills in an indoor setting. This competition combines the sophistication required for Dressage, the accuracy required for Show Jumping, and the bravery required to ride Cross Country into one fabulous competition. Come check the excitement out August 29th – 30th.
Knights Of Valour
Back by popular demand - prepare yourself for entertainment worthy of a King and Queen. With full contact, un-choreographed, real live jousting, this is a thrilling show of horsemanship, bravery and chivalry like you’ve never seen before. Come and see your Knights in shining armour as they ride into battle – it’s positively medieval!
Daily: 1:00pm, 3:00pm & 7:15pm *Please note, no 1:00pm show on August 19th, 20th and 22nd.
