The world’s largest Arabian Horse Show is celebrating its 70th annual show at Westworld of Scottsdale. Brought to you by the Arabian Horse Association of Arizona, the event will run from Thursday, Feb. 13 through Sunday, Feb. 23, 2025, featuring the world’s best Arabians, exciting competitions, a shopping expo and more.
“This show is a special celebration of the people and horses who come together year after year, right here in Scottsdale,” said Melissa Schalles, executive director of the AHAA. “We look forward to seeing former participants and spectators, along with the new generation and those who may visit for the first time. If you’re curious about Arabians, or even if you know nothing about them, this is the perfect show for you – there’s something for everyone here.”
The 2025 show will feature over 2,100 horses who will compete for more than $1 million in prize money. Event goers can look forward to a huge variety of classes where Arabians will show their versatility, beauty, and grace.
“If you’ve ever been to the Scottsdale Arabian Horse Show, you know that this event helped shape what Scottsdale is today and has had tremendous impact both economically, culturally, and socially over the past six decades,” said Schalles. “We’re excited to see people from all over the world. This city offer’s unlimited experiences – visiting Old Town Scottsdale, shopping at Scottsdale Fashion Square and celebrating this show’s 70th year, it makes for the perfect destination.”
To honor the historical event, AHAA is asking the community to participate by submitting photos and videos of themselves at previous shows. Please email your media to 70@scottsdaleshow.com.
The immersive experience will return this year, giving attendees a hands-on experience to learn, touch, ride, dress up and take pictures hosted by AHAA’s Amateur Committee. The interactive experience, included in the event ticket, introduces newcomers to the world of horses and all the benefits they offer.
Along with the engaging performances, event attendees will have the opportunity to see exhibits featuring fine arts, crafts, clothing, and jewelry in the Shopping Expo adjacent to the main arena. More than 300 artisans and entrepreneurs are expected to sell unique goods and offer a wide variety of products and services.
The AHAA will also be celebrating the fourth annual National Arabian Horse Day on Feb. 19 with special events and activities at the show.
The 11-day show will start at 8 a.m. each day at WestWorld located at 16601 N. Pima Road in Scottsdale. General admission tickets cost $15, tickets for seniors are $10, while children aged 17 and under are free. Military Appreciation Day is Tuesday, Feb. 18, 2025, when military personnel and their families can attend for free. A family night will be held on Friday, Feb. 21, giving families free admission beginning at 4:30 p.m. A special general admission ticket good for all 11 days can be purchased for $75. Tickets are available each day at the gate or through Bamm Tickets is the website www.scottsdaleshow.com/tickets.
The 2025 Scottsdale Show is proud to benefit several charities including Arabian Horse Promotional Fund, Arabian Horsemen’s Distress Fund, Friends of Vail Foundation, Scottsdale Community College, Horses Help Therapeutic Riding & Youth for Troops, Make a Wish AZ.
About the Arabian Horse Association of Arizona
The Arabian Horse Association of Arizona (AHAA), a nonprofit organization, is the recipient of the Scottsdale Chamber of Commerce Sterling Award, Arizona Business Magazine’s Economic Engines of Arizona Award, the Arizona State Governor’s Tourism Award and inductee into the Scottsdale History Hall of Fame. AHAA donates to charitable causes such as March of Dimes, Cox Charities, Phoenix Crisis Nursery, College Education Funds, Youth Programs and many more worthy organizations. Learn more at www.scottsdaleshow.com.
