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Hotel Code and more for the United Fall Finale
Wednesday, October 4, 2023

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Please see below for the Gold Strike discount code, class schedule information and more for the United Fall Finale that will be held November 16-18, 2023, in Tunica, Mississippi.

JUDGES & CLASS SCHEDULE
Three of the sponsoring organizations (F.A.S.T., WHTA, and TWHBEA) each selected one judge for the show. Derek Bonner, Ross Campbell, and Jamie Hankins were announced in July as the three-judge panel for the show. The class sheet has also been previously announced and can be downloaded here. Once the requests for the three “Buy-A-Class” options have been received, a final class sheet will be released on October 17, 2023.

BUY-A-CLASS DEADLINE
Don’t see the class you need on our schedule? Never fear! Again, this year we’re offering three “Buy-A-Class” options (one each night). For $750 you can designate what this class is (subject to approval). These classes are available on a first come, first served basis. Requests should be sent to Sarah Smith at smith@horseworld.net before October 15, 2023.

HOST HOTEL
The Gold Strike Casino Resort has been selected as the Host Hotel for this year’s show. We were able to secure a rate considerably less than last year, but rooms are limited and must be reserved by Friday, October 20, 2023. To reserve your room, call the hotel at 662-357-1111 and ask for the “United Fall Finale” rate. The discounted rate for horse show exhibitors is $79 for Mon-Thu and $149 for Fri-Sat. Rates are based on availability and do not include applicable taxes and resort fee.

SPONSORSHIPS & VIP TABLES
Sponsorships are available from $100 to $5,000 – any amount is needed and appreciated. Sponsorships of $1,500 or greater are entitled to a ringside VIP table for 8 people, which includes a catered dinner each night. To become a sponsor and/or reserve your VIP table, contact Sarah Smith at 931-580-5085 or smith@horseworld.net. Click here to download a sponsorship form

DEADLINE FOR STALLS, RVs, VENDORS, SHAVINGS
October 20, 2023 is the deadline to reserve stalls, RV spots, vendor spaces and shavings. If you are requesting a certain location, it is important that we receive your reservations by this date. After this date, stalls and RVs will be assigned on a first come, first served basis.

• Stalls are $110 for 4 nights (Wed-Sat) and $130 for 5 nights (Tues-Sat). Stalls will be available beginning at Noon on Tuesday, November 14, 2023.
• RV spaces are $65 per day and must be reserved and paid for in advance.
• Vendor spaces are available for $250 for the entire show. Electricity and tables are extra.
• Shavings are $10 per bag and must be ordered by October 20, 2023 so we can order them and ensure delivery in time for the show. A very limited number will be available to order on-site. Because we must order and pay for shavings in advance, there will be no refunds on shavings after the deadline.

To reserve stalls, RV spots, vendor spaces and shavings, contact Dee Cantrell at 706-366-1011 or birddogs@bellsouth.net.

PICK YOUR PARTNER CLASS
The final class on Friday night is the “Pick Your Partner” class for performance horses. This class is open to teams of youth, amateurs, and/or trainers. Any combination is acceptable. One team member will ride first way and their partner will ride second way. New this year – this class will also serve as a fundraiser for the show. Teams are encouraged to enter early and then start soliciting sponsors (much like a walk-a-thon) to support them in the class. An award will be given for the team that raised the most money by the end of the class.

ONLINE ENTRIES
Entries are due by 1pm on the day of the class. Entries can be made in the entry office at the show or online at EnterMyWalkingHorse.com. The entry office will be open Wed-Sat from 9am-1pm and 3pm-6pm.

RETIREMENT CEREMONY
As the final show of the year, the United Fall Finale would be honored to host the retirement ceremony for one of our industry’s iconic horses. The ceremony would be held on Friday night, November 17, 2023 and the owner would be responsible for hosting a retirement party following the show. Anyone interested in retiring their horse at the show this year should contact Mark Farrar by October 20, 2023 at mfarrar@twhbea.com.

STAY IN THE LOOP
Stay up-to-date with plans for this year’s United Fall Finale. To receive text updates about the show, text UNITED to 888-407-3412. You can also click here to sign up for email alerts.