THE CURRY CLASSIC 2026
PRE-ENTRY LINK:
https://saddlebook.com/events/12277
*Pre-Entries will close on Monday - March 16th - YES, you will still be able to enter day of event at the show office*
*Pre-draw will be posted on Sadlebook, Wednesday - March 18th*
Need help requesting your stall area? Use the following links to view the barns
BARNS 5-7 LINK:
https://www.canva.com/design/DAGduuKXhI4/1j6W3qWXLiOstv3tnLN8iA/view?utm_content=DAGduuKXhI4&utm_campaign=designshare&utm_medium=link2&utm_source=uniquelinks&utlId=h1048781ffc
BARNS 1-4 LINK:
https://www.canva.com/design/DAGdukfKZUA/7f0DUaa4I-Qu-kc3upSkIw/view?utm_content=DAGdukfKZUA&utm_campaign=designshare&utm_medium=link2&utm_source=uniquelinks&utlId=h131535a9cb
*REMINDER: Please note if someone has already claimed the stall you request, we will do our absolute best to get you as close as we can to what you requested!*
HOOK UPS & GENERATOR PARKING:
The hook up and generator options available on saddlebook are in tent city, LIMITED AVAILABILITY!
Once maximun has been reached they will no longer be availabile on saddlebook, if they are sold out - you will need to make all of your arrangements - DIRECLTY THROUGH THE KENTUCKY HORSE PARK CAMPGROUNDS (fees apply)
Reservations
Reservations can be made at reserveamerica.com
Call Reserve America at 888.459.7275
Contact Devers 859.654.7494 for your bedding, stall mats and golf cart rentals; Yes, you are more than welcome to bring your own!
THE CURRY CLASSIC RODEO QUALIFIER
Pre-Entry Link:
https://saddlebook.com/events/13126
*Pre-Entries for the rodeo qualifier will close on Monday - March 16th*
*Pre-Draw for the rodeo qualifier will be posted on Saddlebook on Wednesday - March 18th*
**The Curry Classic Rodeo Qualifier stands alone. It is not part of the average for The Curry Classic show Friday & Sunday. The Saturday qualifier is for contestants to compete to make it back to ride in the rodeo performance Saturday night.
**YOU MUST QUALIFY to run in the rodeo. We will bring back the top 2 in each division in each class (top 24) from the Saturday morning qualifier.**
NO BUDDY PASSES THIS YEAR!
Pee Wee (0-8) qualifiers ONLY will be allowed ONE buddy pass for the rodeo performance. Youth and Open qualifiers are not allowed a buddy pass.
FAQ:
1. If we are coming to compete in The Curry Classic 2026, do we have to enter the Rodeo Qualifier?
NO, The rodeo qualifier is a separate show; you can enter to try to qualify to run in the performance Saturday night. If you do enter and qualify to run in the Saturday night rodeo, it will be $500 added, $0 EF and the winner will get an award check and trophy saddle! All qualifiers will get a felt back number for the rodeo.
2. Can I run in the rodeo without having to qualify?
NO, you must qualify to run in the rodeo. Our qualifier round is Saturday morning March 21st. There is no way to compete in the rodeo without qualifying. The top 2 from each division in each class (from Saturday morning) will qualify to compete in the rodeo performance.
3. Do rodeo qualifiers get a buddy pass?
Open and Youth qualifiers DO NOT get buddy passes this year, Pee Wee qualifiers only get ONE buddy pass for the performance
4. Do we get in free to the rodeo as a Curry Classic 2026 competitor?
The only way to get in free to the rodeo is if you are a qualifying competitor (top 24) from Saturday morning qualifying round, OR a qualifying pee wee competitor buddy. All non qualifying competitors and guests will need to purchase a ticket to the rodeo. It is not mandatory to come to the rodeo.
5. Where do we purchase tickets to the rodeo performance Saturday Night?
Ticket Link: https://www.kbarcranch.com/event-details/the-curry-classic-rodeo
Tickets must be presented at the door for entry to Rodeo Performance
6.What are the class age restrictions?
Pee Wee Class (0-8), Youth (9-18), Open (all ages), Farmers Bank Shootout (open - all ages)
These age restrictions do calculate as of January 1.
7. If hook ups and generator spots are sold out on Saddlebook, what do I do?
You will need to contact the Kentucky Horse Park directly to book your accommodations through the KHP Campground. (fees apply)
Reservations can be made at reserveamerica.com
Call Reserve America at 888.459.7275
8. Are there still stall available?
YES! Stalls are MANDATORY for the weekend, there are plenty available with no means of running out. Stall price is $150/weekend, this is a weekend price, this is the price whether you are coming for one day or all three days, price does not change.
**NO DAY HAUL INS, NO TIE OUTS, NO EXCEPTIONS**
9. What is the move-in and move-out schedule for competitors that correlates with the stall charge?
Move In for competitors begins Friday morning March 20th @ 8:00am, Move out for competitors is by Monday morning March 23rd by 7:00am.
Any competitor still on the grounds on Monday morning March 23rd after 7:01am WILL be charged an additional day.
10. Is there an option for early arrival for competitors?
YES! Early arrival begin on Thursday evening March 19th at 5:00pm, ALL competitors planning on arriving early will need to make those arrangements directly with Kelly Curry 859.797.4368. Early arrival fees will apply.
11. How does The Curry Classic 2026 work?
The Curry Classic 2026 is a 4D average barrel race combining your times from Friday - March 20th and Sunday - March 22nd for a weekend average. There will be day payout as well as average prizes awarded at the conclusion of the weekend.
12. How do I keep up with all of the updates / new information added for this show?
Join our Facebook event page to keep up with all the "Need to Knows" for this show
Link: https://www.facebook.com/share/1KimhFL7cA/
13. Is the Curry Classic Rodeo Qualifier apart of the Curry Classic 2026 average barrel race?
NO, they are two different shows compiled into one weekend!
The Curry Classic 2026 4D average barrel race will run on Friday - March 20th & Sunday -March 22nd
The Curry Classic Rodeo; qualifier will run Saturday morning March 21st and the rodeo performance will run Saturday night March 21st
14. When will pre-draws be posted?
Online entries for The Curry Classic 2026 and The Curry Classic Rodeo Qualifier will close on Monday March 16th and pre-draws will be posted on Saddlebook on Wednesday - March 18th
15. When will stall assignments be posted?
Stall assignments will be posted on Saddlebook on Wednesday - March 18th
16. When will hook up/generator assignments be posted?
There will not be assignments posted for theses, our K Bar C Ranch Productions grounds crew will be organizing and parking all assignments depending on the size upon arrival to event.
17. Is there a Rodeo Flyer?
YES! Click: Rodeo Flyer
18. Does it cost to come to The Curry Classic 2026 show on Friday and Sunday or the rodeo qualifying round Saturday morning?
NO! It is free admission to watch the day shows. Friday, Saturday morning and Sunday.
19. Does it cost to come to The Curry Classic Rodeo performance Saturday night?
YES! Tickets can be purchased here: https://www.kbarcranch.com/event-details/the-curry-classic-rodeo
**Who do I contact if I have questions about the show or my online entries?**
Show Producer: Kelly Curry 859.797.4368
Show Office: Hannah Mitchell 863.604.6172