HoCo, looking for a weekend outing with a little more horsepower? The 2026 NBHA Circle Y Saddles Open & Senior World Championships are coming to the Georgia National Fairgrounds & Agricenter in Perry, October 24–31, and spectator admission is free.
The National Barrel Horse Association event brings barrel-racing competitors from around the country to the fairgrounds at 401 Larry Walker Parkway. You can leave the saddle at home: this is an invitation to watch, not a call to enter.
According to the fairgrounds’ official event listing, events begin daily at 8 a.m. The venue lists Reaves Arena among the facilities in use.
Planning around a particular race? Check the NBHA’s current event page before heading over, rather than assuming every session starts at the same time. You can also reach the NBHA office at 706-722-7223 for show information.
Pick a day, bring your cheering voice, and let the riders handle the tight turns.
Featured illustration: An original illustration celebrating barrel racing in Perry, not a photograph of the championship or its competitors.