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Five-Time World Grand Champion Justified Honors

SHELBYVILLE, Tenn. – The traditional Stick Horse class commenced at 6:40 on Saturday evening, sponsored by Sugar Creek Farms and Creekview Farms. Steve Buttleman played the Kentucky Derby theme to welcome everyone. Everyone got a blue ribbon and a Purity ice cream coupon for participating. Kingland Kids and Steve Buttleman also made sure everyone had a glow-in-the-dark necklace as well.
9/6/2026

Patriotic Night Turns the Crowd Red, White and Blue

SHELBYVILLE, Tenn. – Friday night has long been Patriotic Night at The Celebration, where everyone dons their red, white and blue. It is a celebration of freedom and those who fought hard to maintain that freedom. This year was especially poignant as the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence was commemorated earlier this year. 
9/5/2026

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9/5/2026

Betty Sain Day in Shelbyville

SHELBYVILLE, Tenn. –Tonight was the first full night of world grand championship classes. It was also dubbed Throwback Thursday, where spectators and exhibitors alike celebrated the rich history of this great breed. They especially commemorated Betty Sain, the first female trainer to win a World Grand Championship exactly 60 years ago. 
9/4/2026

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9/4/2026

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9/3/2026

Seasoned Winners and Young Talent Showcase Across Divisions

SHELBYVILLE, Tenn. – Tuesday evening’s performance in the Celebration Arena continued the long-standing tradition of Fan Appreciation Dollar Night. Fifteen classes were on the program as everyone settled in for another balmy night of festivities.
9/2/2026

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9/2/2026

Important Schedule Clarification – Classes 113 and 190

When we announced the new class schedule earlier this year, we were excited to add Class 174 – Walking Mares or Geldings Specialty, World Grand Championship to the Celebration program.
9/2/2026

Successful Spotlight Rides on Pink Night

SHELBYVILLE, Tenn. – It was Wednesday night at The Celebration. A week of showing had already transpired as workers and attendees alike prepared for the last three monumental nights. For now, Wednesday would see some of the first world grand champions crowned. Furthermore, it was Pink Night in the Big Oval, wherein everyone wore pink to support the Bedford Cancer Foundation.
9/2/2026

Fan Appreciation Night Boasts 44 Two-Year-Old Stallions

SHELBYVILLE, Tenn. – Monday and Tuesday night have long been Fan Appreciation Dollar Night at The Celebration, where general admission tickets and select concessions are only a dollar. This Monday night before Labor day marked the halfway point of Celebration festivities, but it would only get better from here. 
9/1/2026

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9/1/2026

Schedule change for Wednesday night at the Celebration

The Tennessee Walking Horse National Celebration has announced a schedule change for Wednesday night, September 2, to help improve the flow of the evening and reduce congestion in the warm-up arena.Class 159 – Owner-Amateur Drivers Fine Harness, World Grand Championship will now be the first class of the night on Wednesday, September 2.
9/1/2026

Blessing Shower Down on The Big Oval For Faith and Family Night

SHELBYVILLE, Tenn. – Sunday evening has always been an exciting session at The Celebration grounds. After the traditional Sunday morning service in the Big Oval, Lunch with the Legends had been an afternoon highlight for young attendees of The Celebration, as well as the traditional Celebration Sunday Golf Game for the older participants. Everyone gathered back for Church Night, celebrating faith and family.
8/31/2026

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8/31/2026