Tag: Tarheel Triple Classic

Weekend Update: June 12-14

Quarter horses are taking over the Hunt Horse Complex for the 2015 Tarheel Triple Classic. Come see riders from across North Carolina compete in Western pleasure, trail and other categories. The classic, which will continue through June 20, combines three shows into one 10-day long event — the NCQYA Show, NCQHA Jamboree and Little Futurity. Competitions start daily at 8 a.m. and all shows are free to spectators. Other events this weekend: Gem, Jewelry & Bead Show; June 12-14 Calling all jewelry lovers in search of a little more bling. Frank Cox Productions presents the 2015 Gem, Jewelry & Bead…

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Weekend Update: June 13-15 Father’s Day edition

The Tar Heel Triple Classic Quarter Horse Show comes to the Hunt Horse Complex this weekend. This American Quarter Horse Show runs through June 22, with show times starting at 8 a.m. Fence classes begin at 7:30 a.m. Friday and Saturday, and continue June 19-20. The Little Futurity will be held June 16 and 17, beginning at 8 a.m. The All Novice Show will be held on June 22. All events are free for spectators. The 2014 Eastern Regional Angus Show will take place in the Graham Building. This event includes the Junior Angus Show and showmanship contests. Hours are…

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Weekend Update: June 8-10

If you haven’t already, now is the perfect time to come out and explore the Raleigh Flea Market. The weekly market features hundreds of vendors selling everything from bowling balls to Bermuda shorts. You never know what you’ll find Saturdays and Sundays from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. While you’re there, check out these other great events: The Tarheel Triple Classic Quarter Horse Show returns to the Hunt Horse Complex June 7-16, giving you 10 full days to visit the show. As the name implies, the annual event is actually three shows in one – a youth show, jamboree show…

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Weekend Update: June 10-12

The 2011 Tarheel Triple Classic began yesterday and will continue through June 18 at the Hunt Horse Complex. The classic features 10 full days of horse shows and combines the N.C. Quarter Horse Association’s Show, Jamboree and Little Futurity into one event.  The event is one of largest of its kind on the East Coast, and $200,000 in prizes will be given away at the main show on Monday night. Check out the video below of Larry and Gale Little explaining some of the events mixed with some competition footage: [youtube dg8NSLjoARc nolink] On Friday, Saturday and Sunday, Frank Cox…

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