The USPC Convention is packed full of activities and events for all to enjoy. Don't miss this exceptional equine educational event; early registration ends on January 2! All horse lovers are welcome, whether you are a member of USPC or not.
Looking for a detailed schedule of events at Convention? Check out the Schedule page!
Thursday—Sunday
Get to know your favorite animal inside and out, with interactive displays and education in the USPC Anatomy Lab! Come and join Dr. Brad Gordon, DVM and Cindy Healy for some real hands-on experience in the USPC Anatomy Room. With many specimens, this is a terrific way to learn more about our equine partners.
Friday—Sunday
Educational workshops are one of the biggest highlights of the USPC Convention. Equine professionals around the country get together to speak and provide hands-on education on just about every equine topic imaginable.
Applications for educational workshops at the 2026 USPC Convention are open!
Apply to be a Workshop Presenter
Friday—Sunday
Uncertified through H-A members can participate in activities, see presentations, and do self or expert-guided HM learning. Practice bandaging, discover different kinds of tack, see how many poisonous plants you know, and much more! Newly added is a sample of the Pony Club Badge program, a parallel and supplemental educational program for D members. The Horse Management room is sure to inspire enthusiasts, members, parents, and leaders to learn, teach, and incorporate hands-on methods into local and regional HM programs.
Thursday—Friday
Meet with Regional Administration at specially tailored all-day training on Thursday, available exclusively for USPC local and regional leaders. Leadership training covers topics from club/center/region administration and will include an inside scoop on new and exciting programs coming to USPC.
Friday Morning
The National Youth Summit offers youth USPC members an introduction to leadership principles and member opportunities, as well as a forum for membership experience feedback. Members will begin with learning about leadership styles and identifying their own style, explore best teaching practices at mounted and unmounted meetings, get an introduction to ethics, and tips to communicate the benefits of horses and Pony Club to those outside the equine industry.
Thursday—Sunday
Filled with activities, education, and fun, a good time is guaranteed to be had by all at Pony Paddock. Children under 12 can be registered by the day for Pony Paddock through a parent’s registration.
Friday—Saturday
The Research Project Fair provides Pony Club members of all ages and certification levels the opportunity to expand their equine knowledge. Individuals or groups can compete in Experimental Projects or Literature Reviews. Celebrate the success of the participants at the Awards Luncheon on Saturday.
Thursday—Saturday
Support the North Central Prairie Region by participating in their Silent Auction! Bid on a great selection of items, gifts, and services.
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Thursday—Sunday
Come and peruse through USPC’s trade fair! Vendors include both shopping and informational booths.
Ticket Required
USPC’s Regional Administration invites club, center, and region leadership (DCs/JtDCs/CAs/ACAs/RSs/VRSs) and their adult guests to a special evening following the Thursday leadership meetings.
Continental Breakfast provided to All-Access and Weekend Attendees | Saturday Morning
The USPC Meeting of the Corporation is when the business of the organization will be conducted, including the election of the new Board of Governors, updates on the status of the organization, and the presentation of awards, such as the A certifications, and the Brookfield Land Conservation.
Ticket Required
You are invited to join us for an evening of fun and dancing Saturday night.
Enjoy dinner while celebrating the Founders Award recipients. Find out what our Keynote Speaker, has to say, watch the Passing of the Whip ceremony, and then dance the night away with all your Pony Club friends and family.
Ticket Required | Saturday Evening
As an alternative to the Saturday Night Banquet, children under 12 can attend the Pony Paddock Pizza Party.
