SPRING GROVE HORSE SHOW
est. 1964
Spring Grove Horse Show welcomes you to our 56th year!
The Spring Grove Horse Show has always been and remains an entirely volunteer organization. Since its inception it has partnered with local community groups to provide funding to area parks, local schools and local improvements. Spring Grove Horse Show provides community support including financial contributions to Spring Grove Fire Protection District, Spring Grove Police Department, PADS, PTO and Pioneer Center. It also strives to work with local youth group programs.
Join Spring Grove Horse Show as we continue to provide an opportunity for horse lovers to disconnect from the daily grind and enjoy some quality time with these magnificent creatures. Whether it’s your first experience riding in a horse show or you’ve been with us before, we host a variety of equine events covering several riding disciplines. Spend a day with us exhibiting your skills and making unforgettable memories!
News & Announcements
October 11, 2020
A Letter From the President
I would like to announce that I am stepping down as President of Spring Grove Horse Show. Those of you that know me, know this was a difficult and soul searching decision. Horses are and always have been my passion and volunteering for Spring Grove Horse Show has been a huge part of that. There are numerous people I would like to thank - too numerous to list here. I would like to acknowledge, though, several special people. My children, who have always supported me, as officers and members and just being there for me. I love you all. Gloria Kraft, Barb Mollitor, and Mary Hood, your friendship and unwavering support means everything to me. Julie Loitfellner, your enormous help and support in the early years is appreciated more than you'll ever know. I would also like to thank the Village of Spring Grove. It has been a pleasure to work with you. In my twelve years as president and two years as Vice President, I have met and worked with many terrific people and organizations. Creating liasons with McHenry County Horse Club, McHenry County Conservation District, Lake County Mounted Posse, Equestrian Coalition for McHenry County and the Border Run - Northern Illinois/Southern Wisconsin Group. I met many wonderful fellow horse enthusiasts and forged new friendships for myself as well as for Spring Grove Horse Show. Living in our new reality presidents much trepidation and uncertainty in our daily lives, but for me being with my horse is my oasis. Anyone who owns or is around horses knows the close bond that is formed. My dream for SGHS was to keep it alive as a venue for young and old alike to celebrate the horse. I wish for Spring Grove Horse Show and all of you much prosperity and continued success.
Very Truly Yours,
Denise DeCicco,
President SGHS
November 20, 2018
2019 High Point Winners Announced!
Congratulations to our 2019 Year-End High Point Winners!
Overall Year End High Point Champion:
Amanda Thomas on Tucker
13 & under HP Champion: Ryan Herden on Rosie
13 & under Reserve: Mena Ballantine on Stetson
14-18 HP Champion: Abigail Hasner on Armani
14-18 Reserve: Emma Guasta on Gangster
19 & up HP Champion: Linda Nelson on He Be Classy
19 & up Reserve: DiDi Dowling on Keeper
April 26, 2019
Help Us Keep Our Shows Running
Spring Grove Horse Show is in need of donors. In order to keep our class fees reasonable, the club needs donations to purchase ribbons, trophies, office goods, muck buckets and pay our park rental fees. Our generous donors help to defray these expenses and keep them at a minimum. Spring Grove Horse Show welcomes donations from club friends and companies. Please consider giving to Spring Grove Horse Show. See the "sponsors" tab at the top of this page to support our shows.
Horse Fair Park
8105 Blivin Street
Spring Grove IL 60081
Horse Fair Park Cleanup
Any horse people who use Spring Grove Horse Fair Park arena or grounds are responsible for cleaning up after their horses and themselves. A large dumpster is available behind the pavillion to dump your manure and trash. Please leave the park lawn and arena clean so that others may enjoy it.
September 11, 2020
Announcing our REVISED 2020 show dates!
Sat. August 22 - English/Western Pleasure Show
Sat. September 12 - English/Western Pleasure Show (RESCHEDULED)
Sun. September 27 - Fun & Action Show*
Sun. October 11 - English/Western Pleasure Show*
* These shows are on Sundays
See the Shows page for details and updates.
March 18, 2020
Upcoming SGHS meeting dates
The next SGHS committee meetings will be on the following dates (all Wednesdays):
01/22/2020
02/26/2020
03/25/2020
04/22/2020 - CANCELED
Cleanup day - CANCELED
October Meeting TBA
November Meeting TBA
No meetings in December
Meetings take place at 7pm at the Spring Grove Village Hall - 7401 Meyer Road Spring Grove, IL. If you have feedback on past shows or ideas on what you'd like to see in the future, or if you just want to help out, this is the place to be! Everyone is welcome!
January 10, 2019
Thank you R.A. Adams Trailers!
Spring Grove Horse Show is thrilled to announce that R.A. Adams will be our sponsor for the 2019 Year End High Point Award. The generosity of R.A. Adams has allowed Spring Grove Horse Show to continue the tradition of holding local schooling shows that benefit riders and our local community.
Love Horses But Don’t Ride?
Spring Grove Horse Show offers many opportunities for horse lovers and show spectators to take part in our shows without ever getting on a horse. Click here to learn how you can get involved!
