Kentucky Horse Park Park

Address: 4089 Iron Works Pkwy, Lexington, KY 40511, USA

Website: https://kyhorsepark.com/

Hours: Typically daily, hours vary by season and events (check official site)

Admission: General admission $15-$25 USD for adults (varies by event); check official site for current pricing and equestrian show fees

A public equine park and working horse farm near Lexington, Kentucky, established to celebrate and support the Commonwealth’s horse industry. The facility combines museums, breeding and training facilities, and competition venues.

On-site museums and exhibits about horses and horsemanship, daily demonstrations and riding displays, and regularly scheduled competitions and shows. Grounds include pastures, stables, show arenas and trails that support both educational visits and large-scale equestrian events.

Developed by the state of Kentucky and opened in 1978 to promote the horse industry and public education about equine care and history. The park has hosted national and international competitions, including the 2010 World Equestrian Games.

Located in the Lexington area of central Kentucky within Fayette County, serving as a regional center for equine tourism, education and competition.

• Opening: Opened to the public in 1978 and operated by the Commonwealth of Kentucky as both a working horse farm and an equine-focused public park.
• Events: Hosts museums, daily demonstrations and large equestrian competitions, and served as the venue for the 2010 FEI World Equestrian Games.

What to See#

• International Museum of the Horse: A permanent museum focused on horses and equestrian history with rotating exhibits and artifact collections documenting the horse’s role culturally and economically.
• Hall of Champions: A display area honoring champion horses with trophies, plaques and information on notable equine athletes and breeding lines.
• Showgrounds: Competition arenas, stadium seating and cross-country courses used year-round for shows, clinics and major national and international equestrian events.

From Lexington, take I-75/I-64 toward the Bluegrass region and follow signs for KY-1926/Iron Works Parkway to the park entrance. Ample parking on site; check the park calendar for event-related traffic advisories.

• Time a visit for a scheduled demonstration or free daily parade to see horses in action rather than standing in paddocks.
• Bring a sun hat - much of the park is open pasture.
• If interested in breeding or discipline exhibits, check the daily schedule on the park's website before arrival.