Join us for a Networking Happy Hour hosted by the EQ Businesswomen. This event will give you a chance to connect with many impressive equestrian businesswomen, so buy your ticket and come join us for a drink!
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Can you stay on for 8 seconds? Come try to stay on the mechanical bull at Roadrunners!
Come watch an exceptional display of the equestrian sport!
Come watch the championship round of the CPHA Style of Riding Finals.
Grab your barn family and decorate your golf cart with a theme to participate in our golf cart decorating contest! Prizes for the top 2 judges choice. Sign up in the show office by 12 pm on Friday November 8th to participate in the golf cart parade.
Join us for family fun day to play carnival games, eat your fair favorites, and listen to some great musical performances!
Join the Chris Cerna Bluegrass Band for some upbeat bluegrass music you can't resist dancing to!
Wood & Steel is a Los Angeles-based classic rock trio who performs all the best songs from the great American songbook and beyond. You'll love singing along to hits from artists like Jackson Browne, Tom Petty, Elvis Presley, and more.
Are you hungry? Come get some donuts and coffee by the hunter and jumper rings every Sunday morning!
HorseGrooms Hosts First Meet Up of the Winter at DIHP!
We are thrilled to announce the first HorseGrooms Meet Up of this winter, hosted at Desert International Horse Park (DIHP) in Thermal, CA. This exciting event will take place during Holiday 2, the Major League week, on Tuesday, December 10th, from 6 to 8 PM. The Meet Up is open to all grooms—regardless of discipline, level, or number of horses. These gatherings are designed to bring grooms together to connect, learn, and support one another and we are so grateful Desert Horse Park supports this. The HorseGrooms Meet Ups offer a blend of education and camaraderie, fostering a strong sense of community within the HorseGrooms network.
Attendees will enjoy an interactive format featuring four expert speakers, each leading 20-minute sessions as small breakout groups rotate between them. This setup ensures an engaging and personalized experience. DIHP will sponsor snacks and drinks.
The event’s incredible lineup includes:
Margo Thomas top groom for Laura Kraut : Sharing insights from her journey to the 2024 Paris Olympics with Laura Kraut’s Baloutinue.
Dr. Barb Blasko of ShowMD: Offering tips on self-care for grooms, ensuring that those who care for horses can also take care of themselves.
Mike Barthemely of Limitless Performance LLC: Demonstrating simple stretches to keep grooms feeling their best.
Dietician Kimberly Maloomian of Kimba’s Kitchen, RD, LDN: Teaching healthy eating habits for busy schedules and making easy, nutritious snacks on-site.
To top it off, each attendee will leave with a special goodie bag, thanks to the generosity of our sponsors.
RSVP forms will be available soon, so keep an eye out in the HorseGrooms Community and on our social media pages. We can’t wait to see you there!
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 an exciting display of the top of the sport in our FEI 5* 1.55m Grand Prix!
Relaxing with your toes in the hot sand with a cool drink in your hand is what this show is all about. The group performs Jimmy Buffett, Bob Marley, and Harry Belafonte biggest hits.
Join us for an exciting race to the finish in the Major League Show Jumping team final!
Join us for weekly trivia hosted by Dacoda Miracle. Teams can have a maximum of 6 members. Prizes for the winning team each week!
Chris Cerna and the Bluegrass Republic is a combination of experienced talent and with its ability to provide clean instrumentals and harmonies, is guaranteed to satisfy even the most critical of bluegrass music aficionados. A dedicated band that specializes in hard-driving, traditional bluegrass. Their set lists include traditional, gospel and original songs written by the band members themselves.
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!
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.
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!
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.
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 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!
Join the Canyon Brothers Band for all your favorite popular and classic country tunes!
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."
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!
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!
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!
Join us for weekly trivia hosted by Dacoda Miracle. Teams can have a maximum of 6 members. Prizes for the winning team each week!
Puppy Love Unleashed! Equestrian Fashion Show and Silent Auction to benefit Desert Paws & Thrive Animal Rescue! Under the tent by Jumper 2 on Vendor Row.
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 Spotlight 29 Casino & 29 Brews this week to play some blackjack, try their brews, and sign up for a free players card!
Thursday & Friday 12 pm - 5 pm in VIP Palm Club
Thursday & Friday 12 pm - 7 pm at Roadrunners Tiki Bar
Saturday 12 pm - 10 pm at Roadrunners Tiki Bar
Saturday 12 pm - 9 pm in VIP Palm Club
Sunday 12 pm - 4 pm at Roadrunners Tiki Bar
Sunday 10 pm - 4 pm in VIP Palm Club
Join us for weekly trivia hosted by Dacoda Miracle. Teams can have a maximum of 6 members. Extra prizes this week provided by Spotlight 29 & 29 Brews!