Gymkhana and Play Day Games

Would you like to hold a small horse show? Here are tips and lists from readers to help you plan your own horse show. Plan a horse show for friends or stable mates. Find lists of items you'll need to run your own horse show.

Here are some ideas for games and activities that you can use to organize a fun day or small gymhkana. Some activities require riding and some can be done even by non-riders. Learn how to adapt games for safe riding fun.

Gymkhana game events like barrel racing and pole bending are very popular. They are fun to watch, easy to learn and can be practiced at home with a minimum of inexpensive equipment. Learn about the most common Western style mounted games and the origins of gymkhana games.

Here are the basics of barrel racing with some tips for getting a good time. Barrel races are a common gymkhana or play day game, besides being a very competitive rodeo event. Learn how to run the barrels effectively and safely. Find tips and learn the pattern.

Pole bending is a common and fun gymkhana or play day game, besides being a very competitive rodeo event. Learn how to run a pole bending race quickly and safely.

Learn how to run a keyhole race. The keyhole race is a common and fun gymkhana or play day game. Learn how to run a keyhole race effectively and safely. Find tips and learn the pattern to a keyhole race.