The Road to Cedar Rapids

Showdown Qualifiers

Qualify all season for the Original Showdown Finals, October 22-25, 2026 at the Iowa Equestrian Center.

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How to Qualify

Qualify at designated GFB Showdown Qualifier events all season, or finish Top 5 in your D in the Open Championship Tour standings for an automatic berth in the Showdown Round.

9 & under riders: your Showdown Finals runs at Stars Shining Bright, October 9-11 in Mason City!

2026 Qualifier Events

  • · July 24-25, Iowa Falls, IA (Fri/Sat)
  • · September 18-20, Race for Riches, Elkhorn, WI
  • · August 28-30, last 9 & under qualifier, Sheridan, IL
  • · October 9-11, last-chance qualifier, Mason City, IA

2026 Qualified Riders

Qualifier listings will be posted here as the season progresses, check back after each qualifier event.