ABRA News & Updates

Stay up to date with the latest from the American Buckskin Registry Association (ABRA).

From Board of Directors announcements and World Show updates to member opportunities and program highlights, this is your go-to source for everything happening in ABRA.

👉 Check back often for important deadlines, events, and ways to get involved.

McKenna Kinler (SR Contestant) 2026 ABRA JR/SR Youth Ambassador contestants

ABRA Youth JR/SR Ambassador Program: Celebrating 2026 Contestants & Inviting New Youth to Enter

Meet the 2026 ABRA JR/SR Youth Ambassador contestants and learn how youth can apply to represent ABRA at the World Championship Show.

Karri Owens

Feb 202 min read

2026 ABRA Show Schedule Is Growing by the Week

Explore the full 2026 ABRA Show Schedule by state, including newly added shows and key competitive dates. Plan your season now.

Karri Owens

Feb 192 min read

Don Thornton Spring Color Classic Joins the 2026 ABRA Horse Show Schedule

Join exhibitors in Tulsa, Oklahoma, for the Don Thornton Spring Color Classic, a new addition to the 2026 ABRA horse show schedule.

Karri Owens

Feb 182 min read

2026 ABRA Approved Horse Shows: Full Schedule by State + New Show Added

The 2026 ABRA Approved Horse Shows schedule is here. See all events by state, including the newly added Road Runner Classic, and start planning your competitive season today.

Karri Owens

Feb 172 min read

ABRA Youth World Show Judging Contest: Applications Now Open

Applications are open for the ABRA Youth World Show Judging Contest. ABRA youth can compete individually or as a team and gain valuable judging experience.

Karri Owens

Feb 82 min read

ABRA Miniature Horse World Show 2026: Save the Date for a World-Class Event

Join the ABRA Miniature Horse World Show on May 17, 2026, in Shawnee, Oklahoma. Championship competition, community, and miniature horse excellence.

Karri Owens

Feb 71 min read

2026 Buckskin Bred Hardship Registration Changes & Half-Price Special

ABRA updated the Buckskin Bred Program. See what changed, who now qualifies, and how to take advantage of the 2026 half-price Buckskin Bred Hardship Registration special.

Karri Owens

Feb 51 min read