With a vision of supporting the reining industry locally, regionally, nationally and internationally, The International Reining Festival promises to be one of the “don’t miss” stops on the 2008 show circuit.  Building off of the overwhelming success of the 2006 inaugural event, The International Reining Festival continues to set its sights on the future of this mega-popular and ever-thrilling equestrian sport.

In addition to a full slate of ancillary classes, this show will once again include the NRHA Mountain Regional Affiliate Finals, Mile High Derby, Stallion Select Futurity and the Challenger’s Cup Freestyle Reining. We are committed to an event that will duplicate the remarkable success of last year's event and many more to come.

Athletes from all corners of the globe will once again convene in Denver, Colorado to participate in this world-class equestrian event.

In addition to competitions, "The International" will once again host an expansive trade show, numerous hospitality events as well as outstanding spectator experiences.  Don't miss your chance to be a part of one of the finest equestrian sporting events in the nation!

TESTIMONIALS:

"The 2006 World Reining Masters Finals was a resounding success and we certainly appreciate all the efforts made by [the event].  These riders came from all over the world to showcase their talents and couldn't have been treated any better."  "...a great venue to host the NRHA Mountain Regional Affiliate Finals.  Many NRHA members participated in their first Regional Finals and were treated to a great show.  We look forward to working with Denver and the Rocky Mountain Reining Horse Association again next year."

"The National Western, with the history of the Stock Show provided a truly great venue for the 2006 FEI Masters.  The competition was as tough as one could imagine and the caliber of horsemen and women from around the globe were a great example of why Reining has enjoyed such a meteoric rise as a true International discipline.  The city of Denver, the National Western and all the Reiners that participated at the Rocky Mountain Affiliate Finals all should be very proud of the successes they achieved."

Frank Costantini, Chairman
FEI Reining Committee

"...a perfect venue for the FEI World Reining Masters Finals. The entire staff made everyone feel at home and the facilities are outstanding. Congratulations."

Eric Straus, Chief FEI Steward

"I found the [event] to have an exciting energy. Watching top athletes compete on some great horses was exhilarating. I enjoyed the show and [the show] did an exceptional job of organizing it. The staff should be congratulated for a job well done."

Courtney Barnett, Director - Reining Programs
United States Equestrian Federation