First time at Desert International Horse Park? Join us for a tour of the facility to learn what we do here, how we keep horses and humans top of mind, and maybe learn something new about the management of horses and horse shows!
Join us for an exciting display of equestrian sport for the $75,000 Grand Prix sponsored by Go Rentals!
THE DOO-WAH RIDERS have been based in Southern California for over 46 years. They possess the very rare combination of many years of experience and youthful energy, fired by a love for what they do. The Doo-Wahs are country, with a unique, original sound. They define their sound as "high energy country with a Cajun twist". Showcasing ultra-tight musicianship, vocal harmonies, and powerful arrangements of classic and new/old original songs, The Doo-Wah Riders are great showmen, and they continue to enjoy performing for countless audiences across the USA in 2024!
Are you hungry? Come get some donuts and coffee by the hunter and jumper rings every Sunday morning!
Visit Desert Paws Animal Rescue and come meet your new best friend on the grass behind Tack Warehouse!
Join the American Wild Horse Conservation for a trivia takeover party with a full nacho bar, themed snacks, and a free drink ticket for the first 25 people to sign up for trivia! There will be additional prizes provided by AWHC plus a grand prize of $100 to the DIHP swag shop and AWHC prizes for the top 3 teams overall plus the top team after each round! American Wild Horse Conservation (AWHC) is the nation's champion for humane, in-the-wild protection of wild horses and burros on our public lands.
Come watch some of the best hunters out there in the $5,000 USHJA Pony Derby Sponsored by Kickapoo Ponies & $40,000 USHJA International Hunter Derby Sponsored by Perfect Products on the Grass Field!
Join the American Wild Horse Conservation at the Jenni Kayne Pop Up shop on Vendor Row to sip on wine sponsored by the HALTER project, shop, learn, and support the AWHC!
Join us for a spectacular competition of the best young horses in our $10,000 Interactive Mortgage 10 & Under 1.35m Futurity Series!
Immerse yourself in the iconic sounds and timeless hits of the Eagles with our exceptional tribute band. This ensemble recreates the magic of one of rock’s greatest bands, delivering an unforgettable tribute experience that will transport you back to the golden age of the California sound.
Choose from 5 different equestrian themed canvases and let your creativity flourish! Instruction and all supplies is provided. Tickets include 2 drink tickets each that are redeemable at Roadrunners Tiki Bar during the class.
Want to meet a mustang while doing a wine tasting? Join the American Wild Horse Conservation between Roadrunners Tiki Bar and the Grand Prix warm up this Saturday afternoon to enjoy some wine and a photo op with a mustang!
Join us for an FEI 4* Grand Prix featuring the top talent of the equestrian sport!
For over four decades, The Belair Bandits have been enchanting audiences around the globe with their unparalleled performances of classic rock, R&B, pop, blues, and surf music hits. Established in 1980, this powerhouse ensemble has become synonymous with California’s vibrant music scene, delivering an explosive fusion of smokin’ guitar licks, fiery vocal harmonies, and non-stop burnin’ energy.
Are you hungry? Come get some donuts and coffee by the hunter and jumper rings every Sunday morning!
Join us for weekly trivia hosted by Dacoda Miracle. Teams can have a maximum of 6 members. Prizes for the winning team each week!
Want to test your core strength? Join us for a free 30 minute core training session with our personal trainer, Davante, presented by Core Specialty! All attendees will be entered into a raffle drawing for a free personal training session!
Want to test your core strength? Join us for a free 30 minute core training session with our personal trainer, Davante, presented by Core Specialty! All attendees will be entered into a raffle drawing for a free personal training session!
Want to meet the top riders in the world that are here to compete in the FEI World Cup Qualifier? Come to the Visitors Center on Friday January 31st at 4 pm to meet these top riders and get their autographs! The first 50 people will receive an exclusive DIHP Pennant flag to get signed by their favorite riders! Make sure to arrive early to be first in line!
Can you stay on for 8 seconds? Come try to stay on the mechanical bull at Roadrunners!
The Compton Cowboys bring their blend of urban horsemanship and cultural heritage to the Grand Prix arena. Reining from Compton, California, this group combines riding with activism, demonstrating their mission to get youth off the streets and into the saddle with the Compton Junior Equestrians Program. Led by Randy Savvy, who will be performing tracks from his new EP "The Bareback Tapes." Their performance will highlight the connection between horse and rider while celebrating their motto "Streets raised us, horses saved us."
Come watch an exceptional display of the equestrian sport!
Join the Canyon Brothers Band for all your favorite popular and classic country tunes!
Join us for a Breyer pony painting party on Vendor Row!
Come listen to an acoustic set by Danni Stefanetti at Roadrunners to set the mood for one of our biggest classes of the year!
The Compton Cowboys bring their blend of urban horsemanship and cultural heritage to the Grand Prix arena. Reining from Compton, California, this group combines riding with activism, demonstrating their mission to get youth off the streets and into the saddle with the Compton Junior Equestrians Program. Led by Randy Savvy, who will be performing tracks from his new EP "The Bareback Tapes." Their performance will highlight the connection between horse and rider while celebrating their motto "Streets raised us, horses saved us."
Join us to watch top athletes and see who comes out on top in the FEI World Cup Qualifier!
Can you stay on for 8 seconds? Come try to stay on the mechanical bull at Roadrunners for a chance to win a custom belt buckle!
“Keepin’ The Summer Alive” is a tribute to one of the most iconic bands in music history. Led by Chris Farmer, former musical director, bassist, lead vocalist, and 12-year member of The Beach Boys, this exceptional group of first-rate vocalists and musicians brings the spirit and timeless magic of The Beach Boys’ music to life.
Do you live in the city of La Quinta, CA? If so, join us at Desert International Horse Park for a free facility tour, exclusive discounts, and to watch some of the top horses and equestrian athletes in the world! Click "Register Here" to sign up and provide your address for proof of residency.
Are you hungry? Come get some donuts and coffee by the hunter and jumper rings every Sunday morning!
Join us for weekly trivia hosted by Dacoda Miracle. Teams can have a maximum of 6 members. Prizes for the winning team each week!
Join us at Roadrunners to test your music knowledge with 5 rounds of music bingo! Know your songs within the first 30 seconds? Each round winner will receive a prize!
How good is your flatwork? Come watch the $20,000 DIHP Under Saddle Championship in the Grand Prix arena under the lights!
Grab some friends and sign up in the show office for the .70m Jumper Team Challenge!
First time at Desert International Horse Park? Join us for a tour of the facility to learn what we do here, how we keep horses and humans top of mind, and maybe learn something new about the management of horses and horse shows!
Join us to watch the top hunter riders under the lights in the Grand Prix arena for the $20,000 Winners Circle Hunter Stake!
Come to Roadrunners to listen to the Eyes of the World, Grateful Dead Tribute Band after the Winners Circle Hunter Stake!
Are you hungry? Come get some donuts and coffee by the hunter and jumper rings every Sunday morning!
Join us for the best watch party around for the Super Bowl at Roadrunners Tiki Bar! We will have game day snacks, drink specials, and more!
Want to send a beautiful arrangement of valentines flowers to your special someone? Order here by 2/11 at 12 pm to have a flower delivery on valentines day!
Join us for weekly trivia hosted by Dacoda Miracle. Teams can have a maximum of 6 members. Prizes for the winning team each week!
Want to eat some delicious cookies? Join us for a Valentine's Day cookie decorating party on vendor row from 2 - 4 pm on Valentine's Day!
Want to learn how to dance this Valentine's Day? Put on your dancing shoes and join us and our guest instructor from Palm Springs Ballroom for a FREE one-hour dance class on the Hunter side of VIP this Valentine's Day! Sweet treats and bubbly will be provided to all dancers! Single and Partnered dancers are welcome in this class! No dance experience necessary!
Join us for an afternoon of beautiful show jumping on the grass at the $117,000 FEI 3* 1.50m Grand Prix Sponsored by Premier Equestrian!
A team must consist of 1 professional and 1 Junior or Amateur rider. The professional may not ride on more than one team. This class will consist of two rounds. The first round will be performed by team member 1, while team member 2 waits in the designated area in the ring. This round will be a course of different gymnastic exercises. The second round, to be ridden by team member 2, will be an equitation-style course. A third round work off or flat phase, if needed, will be ridden by team member 2. Team ribbons to 8th place.
Fee: $75/rider - Class number: 942
First time at Desert International Horse Park? Join us for a tour of the facility to learn what we do here, how we keep horses and humans top of mind, and maybe learn something new about the management of horses and horse shows!
Ready to watch some of the best young riders take the spotlight under the lights? Join us for the $20,000 Under 25 Classic Sponsored by CWD in the Grand Prix arena!
Join the Canyon Brothers Band for all your favorite popular and classic country tunes!
Grab your bestie and dress up in your best pairs costume for the walk trot pairs costume class in Hunter 6!
Are you hungry? Come get some donuts and coffee by the hunter and jumper rings every Sunday morning!
Join us for weekly trivia hosted by Dacoda Miracle. Teams can have a maximum of 6 members. Prizes for the winning team each week!
Have another friend with a pony? Dress you and your ponies up in your best pairs costume for our pony pairs costume class!
Join us at Roadrunners to test your music knowledge with 5 rounds of music bingo! Know your songs within the first 30 seconds? Each round winner will receive a prize!
Join us for an exciting .80m Jumper Team challenge! Grab your friends and make a team to compete for top prizes!
Join us on vendor row for a pony coloring party and show off your artistry!
First time at Desert International Horse Park? Join us for a tour of the facility to learn what we do here, how we keep horses and humans top of mind, and maybe learn something new about the management of horses and horse shows!
Come watch some spectacular sport with us for the $117,000 FEI 3* 1.50m Grand Prix Sponsored by Spotlight 29 Casino followed by live music at Roadrunners Tiki Bar!
Are you hungry? Come get some donuts and coffee by the hunter and jumper rings every Sunday morning!
Join us for weekly trivia hosted by Dacoda Miracle. Teams can have a maximum of 6 members. Prizes for the winning team each week!
Join us for another fun dog class called Tails Over Rails! Run your dog through a course of jumps. The fastest clear will win! Small dog and Large Dog divisions available!
Want to see the top pros take the stage? Come watch the $100,000 Pro Eq Challenge in the Grand Prix Arena at 6 pm!
Join the Canyon Brothers Band for all your favorite popular and classic country tunes!
How good are your cornhole skills? Test them on our bozo buckets game sponsored by Adequan!
Join us for a high stakes competition in the $75,000 Grand Prix sponsored by Adequan!
Join the Canyon Brothers Band for all your favorite popular and classic country tunes!
Join us for a Junior and Amateur Mini Prix sponsored by Antares Sellier in Jumper 2!
Are you hungry? Come get some donuts and coffee by the hunter and jumper rings every Sunday morning!
Visit Thrive Animal Rescue and come meet your new best friend on the grass behind Tack Warehouse!
Join us for weekly trivia hosted by Dacoda Miracle. Teams can have a maximum of 6 members. Prizes for the winning team each week!
Join us on friday morning at the Grand Prix Arena for a International Hunter Derby sponsored by Bridgeport Farms.
Love to sing your heart out? Join us for a fun night of karaoke at Roadrunners!
The 2025 EQBW Networking Night Out will be held on Friday, March 7, from 5-8 p.m. in the Palm Club at the Desert International Horse Park in Thermal, California. Tickets for the event include an expert panel discussion, networking exercises, wine and drinks, gift bag, and a delectable dinner.
The EQBW Networking Night Out will offer a wonderful opportunity for attendees from a variety of disciplines and types of businesses to meet, mingle, talk, and listen. EQBW hosts these events with the goal of helping other women make connections, provide them with resources, and create a community to foster professional development and successful, fulfilling businesses.
Grab a friend and dress up for our open pairs costume class! Walk, trot, and canter in sync in a creative pairs costume to impress the judges and win prizes!
Join us on the stunning Grass Field for a $117,000 FEI 3* 1.50m Grand Prix sponsored by Marshall & Sterling!
Join #WeRideTogether under the tent on vendor row by jumper 2 for a bracelet making and pony painting fundraiser!
Join us for an exciting evening of equitation with the RW Mutch Championship sponsored by Butet!
Every night is Mardis Gras when Crawdaddio is in town! This high-energy band brings the spirit and rhythm of the bayou to life with their driving zydeco beat. Crawdaddio has performed at festivals, clubs, and corporate events all over the USA.
Are you hungry? Come get some donuts and coffee by the hunter and jumper rings every Sunday morning!
Join us for weekly trivia hosted by Dacoda Miracle. Teams can have a maximum of 6 members. Prizes for the winning team each week!
Join us for the $20,000 Speed League Final to see who takes the title for the fastest this season!
Watch some of the top young horses battle for the title in the $20,000 Young Hunter Championship sponsored by Platinum Performance!
Join us to close out our season with the $100,000 DIHP WCHR Hunter Spectacular sponsored by Irene Neuwirth in the Grand Prix Arena!
The Silver Mountain String Band is the quintessential Folk, Bluegrass, and Old-Time band in Los Angeles! Their ability to rock American Roots music is what sets them apart from traditional string bands and voted one of the top Bluegrass bands in Los Angeles. They have been performing together at festivals, parties, receptions and Bluegrass brunches for more than 10 years. Primary influences include the musical styles of Bill Monroe, John Hartford, and the music of Appalachian traditions mixed with popular music and jazz elements. This fiddle band will liven up your event with Country, Western, Folk and Bluegrass favorites. Their music will have your guest’s toes tapping and hitting the floor.
Come listen to an acoustic set by Danni Stefanetti at Roadrunners to set the mood for our final night class of the year!
Come watch the top grooms compete with their horses for top honors in our $20,000 grooms class sponsored by Sandhaven Farm!
Join us for the last Grand Prix of the season to watch the top riders compete for the final honors of the season!
Lead singer Simon Petty cut his musical teeth in the Irish pubs of London, England, combining traditional Celtic folk songs with more contemporary artists such as The Pogues, Van Morrison and The Waterboys. Relocating to Southern California, he then led the fiddle band Ruled by Venus for many years. Nate LaPointe is a quicksilver virtuoso lead guitarist, ably accompanied by violinist Bob Fergo, a veteran of Celtic roots and soul.
Are you hungry? Come get some donuts and coffee by the hunter and jumper rings every Sunday morning!
