The Cactus Classic Peruvian Horse Championship Show Experience!

Join us for the ultimate Peruvian Horse Championship event, featuring a spectacular gaited horse show, in Queen Creek, AZ! Don’t miss the exciting Peruvian paso horse show from May 8th to May 10th, where you can enjoy various Peruvian paso horse shows and celebrate the beauty of the Peruvian show.

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About Cactus Classic Peruvian Horse Championship Show

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History of Cactus Classic Peruvian Horse Championship Show

In 2023, members of the Copper State Peruvian Paso Club and the Los Amigos Peruvian Paso Club explored opportunities in Arizona for a Double Show. With a deep breath and a lot of hope, we booked the 1st Peruvian Paso horse show in Queen Creek at Horseshoe Park Equestrian Center. What a success it was to see over 80 beautiful Peruvian horses at this gaited horse show! We are ready for year #3 of our Peruvian horse shows. Welcome to our website!

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The Judges for 2026 are Renzo Crolle Claux for Los Amigos and Lawrence Underwood for Copper State

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Show Schedule

Wednesday May 6th

~ Move In Day

~ No Arena Access

Thursday May 7th

~ Move In Day

~ Office open 10 am - 5pm

~ 6:30pm BBQ Hosted by Rancho Girasoles (The Eddy Family) RV Spot A04/A05

Friday May 8th

~ Meet our Judges at 8am - Chapman Arena

~ Classes Start at 8:30am

Saturday May 9th

~ 8:30am Classes Start

~ After Class 50: Laureado and High Point Awards Presentations.

~ Cactus Classic Dinner & Awards (Link below) (purchase on Entries)

Sunday May 10th

~ 8:30 am Classes Start

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2026 Show Premium

Entries for the Peruvian Paso horse show must be mailed in or emailed by April 18th, 2026. For those interested in participating in the gaited horse show, please contact our Show Secretary at annmarieperuvianhorses@gmail.com to submit your entries for the upcoming Peruvian show!

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About Hotel:

The Hampton Inn Queen Creek is ideally situated in the heart of Queen Creek, making it a perfect choice for those attending a gaited horse show or a Peruvian horse show. Our hotel offers comfortable accommodations tailored for both leisure and business travelers! With a 4.4-star rating, the Hampton Inn features a 24-hour front desk for your convenience, free hot breakfast, free parking, free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool & spa, and a fitness center! Each guest room is thoughtfully equipped with a flat screen TV, mini refrigerator, and microwave to ensure your stay is as pleasant as possible while you enjoy the Peruvian Paso horse show or other Peruvian shows.

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Los Amigos Peruvian Paso Horse Club 2026 Membership Renewal

Become a part of the Los Amigos Family in three quick steps. Email, fill out the form, and pay. Become a member today to see blogs and newsletters, and pay less on your show bill!

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Copper State Peruvian Horse Club 2026 Membership Renewal

Please fill out the form and send your payment via Zelle or mail to be a part of a fantastic club in Arizona! We can't wait to hear from you, and welcome you to the Copper State Family!

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Sponsor A Class

Sponsor a class at our upcoming Peruvian Paso horse shows and help support the clubs. Fill out the form and watch your email for the Payment Link to contribute to the gaited horse show and the Peruvian horse show.

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Sponsor The Show

Sponsor the Show and help support the 3rd annual Cactus Classic, a premier event featuring both gaited horse shows and Peruvian horse shows! Fill out the form and keep an eye on your email for the payment link.

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Laureados

Cactus Classic is proud to present a Double Laureado for 2026 under both clubs!

Enjoy Some Of The Past Cactus Classic Memories With Us!

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Three people, including a child and a man in a wheelchair, pose with a horse in an indoor arena.

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Never Too Many Memories!

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Awards and horse gear displayed on a table with decorative plants.

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Children and adults walk in a line inside a large indoor arena holding hobby horses.

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Meet Some Of Our Sponsors!

WILDHORSE RANCH

Wildhorse Ranch Rescue is a 501(c)(3) charity going into our 31st year of rescue. We operate entirely on donations and are publicly supported to help animals in need. We have four locations:

Wildhorse Headquarters 11811 S Lindsay Rd Gilbert, AZ 85296
Wildhorse at Pixie's Playground 28005 N Holly Road San Tan Valley, AZ 85143
Wildhorse 66 ~ 3555 W Old Rte 66 Ash Fork, AZ 86320
Wildhorse Foster Facility at 3-H Ranch - Cornville, AZ

We take in all types of equines from world-class professionals to orphaned wild baby horses. Our goal is to find good homes for adoptable horses and donkeys. We also have sanctuary animals who will remain with us for life for various reasons.
We work closely with the amazing veterinary team at Arizona Equine Medical and Surgical Centre. Some of the surgeries our horses have needed and for which we've been able to raise funds have helped expand knowledge in veterinary medicine and make the world a better place for horses and the owners who love them.
While equine rescue is our main focus, we also run a program called Kitty City, where we care for approximately 30 rescued cats and kittens in a safe, enclosed environment at our Gilbert location. In the past, we've rescued dogs, a peacock, piggies, chickens, roosters, a turkey, goats, a cow, a young bull, and a plethora of wildlife.
If you'd like to help us continue this life-saving work, please visit wildhorse.org or contact us at office@wildhorse.org or (480) 503-5497.

THE GYM

THE GYM is among the fastest-growing fitness brands in the United States! Currently, THE GYM has nine locations. Our foundation is guided by three basic principles: Mental Health, Physical Health, and the belief that everyone has Freedom of Choice. We believe and advocate these principles to improve the lives of the people we serve. We have stood with these principals since day ONE.

At THE GYM, we believe the best way to achieve mental and physical health is through the freedom of choice and a gym culture that you drive!

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Better yet, see us in person!

For information or requests regarding our upcoming gaited horse show, including details about the Peruvian horse show and Peruvian Paso horse shows, send us a message. We will get back to you as soon as we can.

Cactus Classic Peruvian Horse Championship Show