It’s About to Get RANCHY in Des Moines, IA
Des Moines, IA – September 17-25, 2025:
The Iowa Ranch Horse Association returns to the Iowa State Fairgrounds in Des Moines, IA, for the 7th annual IQHA Fall Ranch Horse Futurity, September 17-21, 2025. This exciting event draws horse and riders from 13 states across the Midwest from as far away as
Colorado and South Dakota.
In 2024, riders and owners were awarded over $198,000 in cash and prizes. “Last year, the show had over $2,500,000 impact on the economy. Of that, $1,269,000 was just here in the Des Moines metro. This is a great opportunity for owners and riders to promote their talented horses both here in Iowa and across the country,” said board Co-President Scott Schumann.
The event is free to the public to watch. Saturday night main event in the Jacobsen Arena will host the fast pace working cow horse. See cowboys and cowgirls show off their expert ranch skills that you would see on working ranch.
For more information, contact:
Kim Strong
Ph 641-295-3068
rkmstrong1@gmail.com
A few facts about the show this year:
- 145 yearlings enrolled 133 stallions (Typically we have 65 yearlings.)
- $5k added money to the 3-year-old Box Drive Box at the Saturday night main event
- $17,500 additional money (Paying down 1st -3rd) to the highest earning yearling to 4-year-old for both open and non pro on top of the already cash and prizes.
- 2024 paid out $198,000 in cash and prizes
- Will be live streamed through Justin livestream
Find details and forms on the website: Iowa Quarter Horse Association
