Around the Rings: 2026 Michigan QHA Futurity & Great Lakes Classic
All photos courtesy of official show photographer Ryan Geiger Photography.
The Michigan Quarter Horse Association 100K Futurity & Great Lakes Classic were once again held concurrently September 17-20, 2026, at the MSU Pavilion in East Lansing, Michigan.
The MQHA Futurity boasted perks like $41,000 added money, and the Great Lakes Classic offered a $320 flat fee with unlimited classes for one horse.
Thursday – Saturday Judges were Tony Burris, John Dean, and Michael Ochetto, and Friday – Sunday judges were Karen Banister, Rick Christy, and Alisa Proefrock.
Congratulations to the High Point winners:
The Rail Horse Association also hosted their first Hunter Under Saddle classes at the event, with added money over $30,000!
Results :
RHA L4 Non Pro Hunter Under Saddle
$6,400 PAID OUT!
RHA L3 Non Pro Hunter Under Saddle
RHA L2 Non Pro Hunter Under Saddle
RHA Rookie Hunter Under Saddle
TOTAL PAYOUT $7,400
RHA DIY Non Pro Hunter Under Saddle
