Schedule
Key Dates
| Date | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Mon, Sep 21 · 5:00 PM CST | Stalls, electric, exhibitions & pre-entries open |
| Fri, Sep 25 | Check-postmark deadline for SaddleBook class entries |
| Fri, Oct 2 · Midnight | Pre-entries close |
| Fri, Oct 2 · Midnight | Refund deadline. Refunds are 90% of entry cost; the processing and card/e-check fees are non-refundable. |
| Thu, Oct 8 · 8:00 AM | Late entries open. 9U Pee Wee Showdown must pre-enter — no late entries for the 9U class. |
Friday · Oct 9
| Time | What's Happening |
|---|---|
| 9:00 AM | Grounds open for contestant arrivals — NO EARLY ARRIVALS · Show office opens |
| 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM | Ride sessions (30-min, 12 horses/session, $15/horse) — 11:00, 11:30, 12:00, 12:30, 1:00, 1:30 |
| 2:15 – 5:15 PM | Exhibitions (30-min sessions) |
| 5:00 PM | Late entries and changes close for Friday |
| 5:30 PM | 2027 Futurity Horse Time-Only — barrels on stakes, timed with music |
| 6:00 PM | Open 5D — Early 50 section |
| 7:00 PM | 9U Pee Wee Showdown — Round 1 ($250 added) |
| After 9U | Open 5D resumes (draws 51+). Youth, Adult & Masters draw with the Open 5D. |
Saturday · Oct 10
| Time | What's Happening |
|---|---|
| 7:30 – 10:15 AM | Exhibitions (30-min sessions) |
| 8:00 AM | Show office opens |
| 10:00 AM | Late entries and changes close for Saturday |
| 10:30 AM | 2027 Futurity Horse Time-Only |
| 11:00 AM | 9U Pee Wee Showdown — Round 2 ($250 added) |
| 12:00 PM (not before) | Open 5D · Youth/Adult/Masters Combo Draw follows · 2D Open Pole Bending follows barrels |
| Approx. 4:00 PM | Iowa IBRA Year-End State Championship Awards |
| 5:00 PM (not before) | 40+ & Fabulous 4D High Stakes Race (riders 40+ as of 08/01/2026) — times roll back to Saturday's Open 5D, unlimited entries, 100% payback |
| All day | Pee Wee fun and games throughout the day — details TBA |
Sunday · Oct 11
| Time | What's Happening |
|---|---|
| 7:30 AM | Show office opens |
| 7:45 AM | Late entries and changes close for Sunday |
| 8:00 AM | 9U Pee Wee Showdown — Finals Round ($250 added) |
| 9:00 AM (not before) | Open 5D begins · after Draw 50, 9U Finals awards in arena · Open 5D resumes (draws 51+) · Youth/Adult/Masters Combo Draw follows |
Show schedule subject to change, follow our Facebook page for updates.
Entry Fees & Extras
| Item | Fee | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Office Fee | $8 | Per rider, per day · non-refundable |
| Stall | $80 | Includes 2 bags bedding · horses on grounds overnight must stall |
| Electric Site | $35/night | Per night |
| Primitive / Generator Camping | $30/weekend | One fee per trailer, per weekend |
| Jump-Out Fee | $20 | Per rider, per weekend · for riders not stalled on site |
| Ride Session | $15/horse | 30-minute sessions, 12 horses per session · Fri 11 AM–2 PM |
| Exhibitions | $5 each | 60-second limit · sold in groups of 25 |
| 2027 Futurity Horse Time-Only | $15/horse | Barrels on stakes; timed with music |
Classes, Added Money & Payout
$1,500 Added Daily
Open 5D
$60 entry fee.
$750 Weekend ($250 Daily)
9U Pee Wee Showdown
$75 entry fee · includes all 3 rounds. Must pre-enter — no late entries.
100% Payback
40+ & Fabulous · 4D High Stakes
$200 entry fee · riders 40+ as of 08/01/2026. Unlimited entries; times roll back to Saturday's Open 5D.
$500 Weekend
Youth 4D
$35 entry fee. Fri $100 · Sat/Sun $200 each.
$500 Weekend
Adult 4D
$35 entry fee. Fri $100 · Sat/Sun $200 each.
$300 Weekend
Masters
$35 entry fee · $100 added daily.
$150 Added
Saturday Futurity Side Pot
$35 entry fee · Saturday only · 5 & under.
$150 Added
Saturday Derby Side Pot
$35 entry fee · Saturday only · 8 & under.
$500 Added
Fri/Sat Open 4D Average Side Pot
$40 entry fee · must enter Friday & Saturday Open 5D.
$500 Added
All-In Side Pot
$40 entry fee · puts all your runs into one payout pot. Must enter all 3 days to be eligible.
Class entries are on SaddleBook. Stalls, camping, exhibitions and extras are in the reservation store.
Rules
All Go For Broke events run under the official GFB Event Guidelines, and Futurity & Derby classes follow the Futurity/Derby Guidelines. Entering the event means you agree to them. Reach out with any rules questions and we are glad to help.
Waivers & Disclosure
By entering this event you agree: you are responsible for reading, understanding, and following all event rules. Participation in equine events involves inherent risks that you voluntarily accept. Go For Broke Productions, its staff and associates are not liable for any accident, injury, theft, death, or property damage while attending, competing, camping, or spectating. GFBP reserves the right to refuse entry to any participant at any time.
Equine Activity Liability Notice: under Iowa Code Chapter 673, Wisconsin Statute §895.481, and the Illinois Equine Activity Liability Act, an equine activity sponsor is not liable for injury or death resulting from the inherent risks of equine activities. Proper supervision of minors is required at all times.
Location & Stalls
Stalls & RV
Stalls ($80, includes 2 bags bedding), electric ($35/night), primitive/generator camping ($30/weekend) and jump-out fees are all reserved in the reservation store. Horses on grounds overnight must stall.
Reservations open Monday, September 21 at 5:00 PM CST.
Grounds & Barn Maps
Find your barn and stall. The grounds map shows first, then each barn layout.
Tap any map to open it full size.
Event Sponsors
River Ridge Stables
Fri/Sat Open Average buckles · 9U Pee Wee Showdown Finals added money.
GK Family
Youth 3-Run Average buckles.
9U Top 5 Buckles
War Bar Tack · TVR Working Horses · Limitless Equine Co · Fuller Family · Robinson Family.