Ages: All
When: Friday 23rd October, 9-11am (Hobby Horse making from 9-9.30am)
Where: The Demo Area
Fees: Free to enter
Prizes: Ribbons and Certificates will be presented to 1st, 2nd and 3rd placings.
The Hobby Horse Competition encourages people of all ages to buy, borrow or make their own Hobby Horse and participate in this fun-for-all competition. This section is open to everyone and allows elements of creativity and athleticism combined with a love for horses. We welcome horse owners but also hope to attract competitors who do not have access to real horses or traditional equestrian activities. Competitors with the fastest time and best performance will be awarded with a ribbon to celebrate their participation and success. Join in and have a laugh.
Each entrant will receive a complimentary ticket to the HB A&P Show.
Registrations will be open online from 1st August 2026 and close on the 16th of October 2026.
ENTRIES ARE NOW CLOSED
Hobby Horse making from 9-9.30am - we will have some basic supplies for you to make your own Hobby Horse if you don't already have your own. Join the fun!
Classes:
Consolation Class
Best Presented Hobby Horse
You don't need to stress about having the flashest hobby horse in town, if you're in a pinch you can even use a mop or broom, as long as you can stay on it. Hobby Horse making session beforehand for those who haven't brought their own
Dressage Display - 10 years old and under
Dressage Display - 11 years old to 16 years old
Dressage Display - 17 years old and over
We welcome competitors to make up and perform a custom workout/ dressage test ideally including walk, trot and canter.This should be a maximum of 90 seconds.
Barrel Race - 10 years old and under
Barrel Race - 11 years old to 16 years old
Barrel Race - 17 years old and over
Will be like a traditional barrel race where you will have a set course and the fastest time around will be announced as the winner.
Two Fence Challenge - 10 years old and under
Two Fence Challenge- 11 years old to 16 years old
Two Fence Challenge - 17 years old and over
Will be like a Showjumping two fence challenge where the first jumps remains small and the second jump gets higher each round.
All details will be available on registration. For more information contact entries@hbap.co.nz
2026 Hobby Horse Competition Results
10 Years & Under
Best Presented:
1st - Misha Nielsen
2nd - Hazel Hill
3rd - Safiya Kloppenburg-Morady
Dressage:
1st - Elodie Cheetham
2nd - Davina Oushana
3rd - Hazel Hill
Barrel Race:
1st - Safiya Kloppenburg-Morady
2nd - Davina Oushana
3rd - Elodie Cheetham
Two Fence Challange:
1st - Elodie Cheetham
2nd - Davina Oushana
3rd - Hazel Hill
11-16 Years
Best Presented:
1st - Katelyn Emmett
2nd - Summer Clark
3rd - Kezia Emmett
Dressage:
1st - Janaya Hodgkinson
2nd - Katelyn Emmett
3rd - Lexi Williams
Barrel Race:
1st - Kezia Emmett
2nd - Janaya Hodgkinson
3rd - Samara Oushana
Two Fence Challenge:
1st Equal - Katelyn Emmett, Yvie Bradley & Samara Oushana
17 Years and Over
Best Presented:
1st - Brian Daly
Dressage:
1st - Brian Daly
Barrel Race:
1st - Brian Daly
Two Fence Challenge:
1st - Brian Daly
