Under the Lights
The Under the Lights Show Series has been part of the Tri-State Saddle Club for many years and its mission is to provide an opportunity for Club Members to compete in a setting that is welcoming and a place for riders, as well as their horses, to grow, develop and learn. Under the Lights can be a great place to gain confidence, get show experience, school young or new horses to the ring, welcome past competitors back to the show ring, practice for upcoming competitors or just the perfect opportunity to enjoy the company of other like-minded riders!
Those competing at Under the Lights must be current paid members of the Tri-State Saddle Club. Entry cards and fees are taken the day of the show and there is no payback, unless specified. Points are kept on the horse and rider together throughout the season and awards are given at the end of the year in a variety of areas.
There will be three weekend shows during the year: Spring Warm Up, Open Fair Show, and the Fall Fun Show. Each series, Pleasure & Ranch, and Speed, will have five (5) shows each during a week night in the summer.
2025 Dates
Pleasure & Ranch Series
- June 25
- July 9
- July 16
- July 30
- August 13
- September 3 (Rain Date)
Speed Series
- June 26
- July 10
- July 17
- July 31
- August 14
- September 4 (Rain Date)
- Spring Warm-Up Show: May 18
- Open Dubuque County Fair Show, July 26
- Fall Fun Show, October 4
Show Details
Office Fee $10 per Horse & Rider Combo
Entry Fee $3 per Class
YEAR END AWARDES GIVEN TO HI-POINT IN EACH AGE DIVISION IN THE SERIE
BUCKLES WILL BE AWARDED TO ALL AROUND IN EACH AGE DIVISION. All around means that the horse/rider combo compete in at least two out of the three series. Example, Pleasure & Ranch, or Ranch & Speed, or Pleasure & Speed, or all three – Pleasure, Ranch and Speed.
Must be a paid member of the Tri-State Saddle Club, with the exception of the Open Shows. Membership may be paid night of the show: $15/adult or $5/youth 17 yrs & Under. Adult Membership must accompany a youth membership.
Office and Entry Fees may differ at the open shows.
Fees are non-refundable. Cash preferred. Tabs allowed with a signed check to TSSC. Club reserves the right to apply cash winnings to the tab prior to pay out.
Regular series shows have no cash payback night of show. Open Shows may have payback.
Points kept on the horse and rider combo.
Year end awards given as High Point and Reserve High Point in Pleasure, Ranch and Speed in each age division. All Around Award given in each age division. Year end payback/awards may also be given for each class.
Ages as of January 1, 2024.
Long pants and footwear with a heel required. Helmets are strongly encouraged.
Non-run in gate. A 3-call rule enforced. Class entries close when the class prior enter. Entry stand closes at 7:30 pm.
1st (6pts) – 2nd (5pts) – 3rd (4pts) – 4th (3pts) – 5th (2pts)
Those not placing in a class will earn 1pt for participation. For classes less than five (5), points will be prorated. No points for scratched riders.
MEMBERSHIP
Those competing at Under the Lights must be current paid members of the Tri-State Saddle Club. Entry cards and fees are taken the day of the show and there is no payback, unless specified. Points are kept on the horse and rider together throughout the season and awards are given at the end of the year in a variety of areas.
There will be three weekend shows during the year: Spring Warm Up, Open Fair Show, and the Fall Fun Show. Each series, Pleasure & Ranch, and Speed, will have five (5) shows each during a week night in the summer.
FOOD TRUCK SCHEDULE
A food stand is not available on the grounds. The show committee does try to coordinate with local food trucks to provide delicious options. Food trucks will normally arrive to the grounds around 5 or 5:30 PM and stay open until about 8 or 8:30 PM.