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• The Faces of Celebration: Meet the Staff

  The Tennessee Walking Horse National Celebration returns this year for its 88th annual show, a tradition woven into the fabric of Shelbyville and the Tennessee Walking Horse industry. For Shelbyville, Tennessee, The Celebration is much like the Kentucky Derby is to Louisville or the Super Bowl is to its host city. It is more than an event—it's a homecoming, an economic driver and 11 days when an entire community comes together around a shared tradition. Read More

• Latest Issue 8/26/26

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• First Session Lights Up a Cloudy Morning

  SHELBYVILLE, Tenn. – The 88th Tennessee Walking Horse National Celebration officially began at 9 a.m. Wednesday morning, August 26, 2026. Ring masters were announced, and Brian Peery struck up the organ in Cooper Steel Arena, and classes were underway with 14 divisions on the program for this mild summer morning. The judges for this Celebration were escorted to center ring: Rollie Beard, Derek Bonner, Scotty Brooks, Sam Sorrell and Chad Williams. Read More

• Equine Obituary – Pro V-1

  With heavy hearts, the equine community mourns the loss of Pro V-1, a true athlete and accomplished show horse whose remarkable career was defined by championship performances, determination and an unmistakable will to give his all every time he entered the show ring. Read More

• Celebration Releases 2026 Events and Activities Schedule

  The Tennessee Walking Horse National Celebration has released its 2026 Events and Activities At-A-Glance schedule, featuring special events and activities planned throughout the 88th annual Celebration. Read More

• Watch the 2026 Tennessee Walking Horse Celebration Live

  This year’s livestream will offer 4K viewing, along with 1080p HD for viewers with slower internet connections. Coverage will feature four camera angles, including two cinema-quality cameras and a camera positioned in the chute, giving viewers an even closer look at the action. Read More

• WHOA Announces 2026 International High Point Winners

  The Walking Horse Owners Association would like to announce the 2026 International High Points Winners. These awards will be presented at the WHOA National High Points Banquet to be held February 6th, 2027 in Lewisburg, TN. Read More

• Latest Issue 8/24/26

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• Maiden Holdings LLC Releases Judges Cards

  Maiden Holdings LLC releases the judge's cards for the 2026 Maiden Preliminary Splits.  Read More

• Latest Issue 8/24/26 Business Insert

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