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55th Annual Carousel Charity Horse Show 

ARIZONA’S PREMIER MULTI-BREED COMPETITION SHOWCASING DIVERSE BREEDS, HORSEMANSHIP, AND SHOWMANSHIP
About the Carousel Horse Show history.  
The Carousel Charity Horse Show name was "coined" by Mrs. Shirley Chartrand with the first show being held in April of 1971 at the Arizona State Fairgrounds.  The Carousel horse logo was designed by Mrs. Louise Prieser.  The show was designed to showcase multiple breeds of horses.  Some of the breeds that have traditionally been a part of the Carousel Charity Horse Show are American Saddlebreds, Arabians, Half - Arabians, Friesians, Hackney Ponies, Morgans, Peruvian Pasos, and Road Horses. Today this show is the largest multi-breed show in the entire Southwest. 
The Carousel celebrates it many years of success due to the constant support of so many. With much appreciation for their dedication and hard work we would like to thank all who have graciously dedicated time and sponsorships to the Carousel Show.  The Carousel Charity Show is an amazing volunteer effort. 

​March 26 - 29th 2026
Make Your Room Reservations Today- 
Scroll to the bottom of the page for the link.



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Officials - 2026
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Tim Roesink
Hebron, Ohio

Saddlebreds, Open Breed Opportunity, Western

Sarah Russell
Tampa, Florida

Morgans, Equitation, Friesians, Open Breed Opportunity

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Lisa Jo White
Woodstock, Illinois 
Arabian, Half Arabian, Open Breed Opportunity, Academy


Gypsy Vanners 
Joe Frank Brown & Michael Greathouse


Official Show Vet
Michelle Gotteiner DVM 
​480-307-2188





The American Saddlebred Association of Arizona wishes to thank all of the exhibitors, supporters, volunteers, workers and especially our sponsors for helping to make the 2021 Carousel Charity Horse show our most successful ever!  Carousel is our largest event and it wouldn’t be possible without the assistance of countless people who help plan, prepare, work during the event itself, and clean up afterward. 
Thank you for helping to make each show day possible! 
 

Carousel Vet: Michelle Gotteiner DVM 480-334-1400


Please find the hotel link at the bottom of this page.  March 3rd is the last day to get the exhibitor rate. 
Information about the Morgan Judges School at the bottom of this page


West World link to order shavings
Move in details:
Early Arrival is Tuesday March 24th 2025 at 6:00a.m.  
Order your feed and bedding before Monday so its ready for you Tuesday morning.
Please call Feed & Bedding for your shavings: 480-312-6814  / Please use link above with
qr code to order shavings faster.  
​Call Matthew Roberts for stall assignments: 602-430-8283


A credit card will be required to secure the online entries at checkout but will not be charged at time of entry.  However, the credit card on file will be charged for stalls when back numbers are picked up and the final bill will be run on Saturday and Sunday, if not checked out before then.
All accounts must be settled prior to the academy session on Sunday or they will be closed out by competition staff.


Golf Carts: Contact Kelly Charpentier 602-309-1552

Taste of Carousel Info
Taste of Carousel AD
Carousel Events
The Taste of Carousel is back by popular demand.  This is similar to a progressive barn party but so much better!  The party will take place after the afternoon performance on Friday.   



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2026 Sponsorship Form

2025 Carousel Class List
2025 Horse Shows Online
2025 SHOW PREMIUM
2025 Entry Form - USEF
2024 Entry Form - Non USEF
GV Patterns 2025
 Commercial Exhibitor  
2026 Commercial Exhibit Letter
2026 Commercial Exhibit Application
2026 Corporate Sponsorship Opportunities

​2026 TBA's - qualifiers $125.00 & championships $150.00 will be added to your show bill.  
TBA - Please email Matthew Roberts [email protected] 
Schedule Changes:

 

Volunteer:

Have some free time or want to be part of the camaraderie? Volunteers help the show run smoothly and keep everything flowing perfectly. 
We need people to open and shut the gaits and hand out ribbons.  Contact Kelly or Matthew if you would like to volunteer. 
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Kelly Charpentier  602-309- 1552
Matthew  Roberts 602-430-8283



Venue:

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WESTWORLD OF SCOTTSDALE
16601 N. PIMA RD
SCOTTSDALE, AZ 85260

​Please note that WestWorld has three entrances.

  • The main entrance is located just north of Frank Lloyd Wright on the northbound access road of SR-101.
  • The north entrance is at 94th Street and Bell Road.
  • The McDowell Mountain Ranch entrance is only open during show season and special events. 


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2025 La Quinta Inn & Suites - Click Here for Reservations

​La Quinta Inn & Suites  
​Cut off date for the block of rooms is 2/26/2026 
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8888 East Shea Boulevard, Scottsdale, Arizona 85260  
Or  call (480) 614-5300 option #5 and reference your group name “Carousel Charity Horse Show"

Morgan Judges School:
Click Here for Application & Itinerary


Breed Spotlight:

​Like a carousel on which several different animals are represented, the Carousel Charity Horse Show showcases various breeds. Below are links to pages explaining various aspects of breeds you might see at the show.  Whether you are new to horses or very experienced, hopefully, you will find the information informative:

** SELECT AN IMAGE TO LEARN MORE ABOUT EACH BREED **

THE AMERICAN SADDLEBRED
THE HACKNEY
THE ARABIAN
THE ARABIAN
THE MORGAN
THE AMERICAN SADDLEBRED
THE PERUVIAN HORSE
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