Welcome to the Tenth Annual Winter Festivus Model Horse Show

Show date: Saturday February 28, 2026

 

Davis Senior Center

646 A St

Davis, CA 95616 

 

Divisions Offered:

BREYER (all scales)

STONE (all scales)

ARTIST RESIN (all scales)

CUSTOM: (all scales)

OF China

Custom Glazed China

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Show Hours: Show Hall opens at 8:00AM - Judging will begin at 9:00AM.

 

Show Schedule: Show hall will open at 8:00am and show will start at 9:00am. Lunch break will be at 12 noon (approximate) and will last 1 hour to allow for model unpacking for the afternoon classes and lunch. Show is scheduled to run until approximately 5:00 pm. We must be cleaned up, packed, and out of the venue by 6 pm. Please be sure to leave your show table area cleaned before you leave for the day. 

 

Each division will have an assigned table with one judge except for the Breyer division, which will run with two sections being judged simultaneously owing to having two judges. Be sure to listen so you do not miss a class. Between each of these tables will be overflow tables to be shared as classes require. To help keep this large show moving along - please read your class lists and be ready to self-load the next class as a completed class is excused. Given the extensive class list, we need to keep the show moving so please load classes and clear your entries upon completion of judging in a timely manner. 

 

SHOW BENEFIT:

This show is a benefit for the Region 2 Champ Show for 2026. Proceeds from this show will be used to host the next championship show in 2026. A handful of items will be available in a silent auction format or to benefit the upcoming 2026 Golden West Championship Show. These items will be specifically marked for funding the championship show. 

 

PUBLIC HEALTH NOTE:

We will be observing county and CDC guidelines to maintain a safe environment. Currently, the facility is requiring occupants to follow county guidelines. These provisions may include but are not limited to masking, social distancing, and capping the number of attendees in the building. We ask that if you are feeling unwell and have symptoms related to the flu, RSV, or COVID-19, please contact the show holder and plan to not attend the event. 

 

 

QUALIFICATIONS:

NAMHSA:

This show will be a NAN (North American Nationals) qualifier (pending) - 1st and 2nd place horses in all classes will receive a green NAN card that qualifies that horse to enter the NAN shows in 2026 though 2030. 

 

REGION 2 Championships:

This show will also be a Region 2 qualifier; any horse with a 1st through 2nd place will qualify for the upcoming Region 2 Championship Show.

 

RULES/NOTES:

Class Limitations: Class limit is 3 horses per class, except as noted. Extra Horses: limit of 2 horses per class may be added at the rate of $1.00 per horse - payable at the table. Class participation limits per horse: a model can compete in one (1) breed class only and one (1) collectability/workmanship class only- earning a maximum of 2 NAN card at this show.

 

General Class Information: Classes may be split, combined or canceled, depending upon the number of entries, at the discretion of the judge and/or show holder. 

 

Scale Descriptions: The models commonly termed Traditional and/or Classic will show in the regular classes. Models commonly termed Stablemate, TinyMite, Littlebit, Pebbles, and Chips will show in the Mini classes where a mini class alternative is noted. 

 

AWARDS: Ribbon Flats to 5th Place in classes. Section champions and reserves will receive rosettes. Division champions and reserves will receive rosettes and pony pouches. 

 

At the end of the day, attendees will be invited to vote for the People’s Choice Award. A Champion and Reserve Champion will be chosen from each division’s champions via popular vote and awarded a special rosette and prize. So please, consider staying to the end to participate. Please note: If you do not want or need all of your ribbons, please consider donating them back to the show holder at the end of the day. Reuse of ribbons of all types not only cuts down on waste but also helps reduce show costs. 

 

ENTRY CARDS: Each entry must have a 3"x5" card, white or colored for this show. On the up side, type or print clearly the class number, breed and gender. On the down side, print the horse's name and the shower's name. For security purposes and to prevent mix ups, you may tag your horses but please be careful to have only the horse's breed and gender showing when you place it in the show ring. Do not place your entry on top of another entry's card or leg tags. Entries without Entry Cards will be disqualified. Please do not use scraps of paper or Post-It notes -- 3" x 5" index cards ONLY. 

 

DOCUMENTATION: Documentation for your horses is welcomed and is required in collectability classes - please do not assume your judge knows every detail that could help your horse place in the ribbons. As a courtesy to other showers, please limit the size of your documentation to a maximum of 8-1/2 x 11 inches. 

 

SPONSORSHIP RAFFLE: Tickets for the sponsorship raffle will be given at the rate of one ticket per estimated dollar of donation value. Tickets will be available via class, section and division sponsorships, and via raffle and auction donations.

 

OPPORTUNITY DRAWS AND AUCTIONS: This is a fundraiser show to fund future Region 2 model horse shows in addition to selected charities so of course there will be opportunity draws! Drawings and silent auctions will be active throughout the day, with winners and drawings held around 3:00PM. All entrants will receive a set of draw tickets with additional ones being available the day of the show for purchase. We gladly accept donations for the drawings, silent auctions, and door prizes up to and including the show date. A few items will be present to raise funds for the 2026 Golden West Championship Show; these items will be designated clearly for this purpose. 

 

FINISH DEFINITIONS:

SEE CLASSLIST FOR DESCRIPTIONS WITHIN EACH DIVISION.

 

JUDGING CRITERIA for Breed Classes:

Entries in the Breed classes will be judged on the following:

1) Breed type and correct, acceptable color for that breed or registry.

2) Biomechanics - the correctness of limb positions and anatomy.

3) The excellence of workmanship to include seams, paint overspray and surface finishing.

4) Overall Judge’s impression

 

Documentation about unusual breeds, new breeds or unusual colors will be an asset. If a shower chooses to lay their entry down on the table rather than place it in a standing position, they automatically give the judge the authority to pick up the horse for judging so that the other side of the model may be seen. The judge must be allowed to pick up the model for judging. Show holder(s) and judges are not responsible for any damage that occurs on the show table should a "tippy" horse fall over. Please lay horses down on a modestly sized piece of fabric or bubble wrap to protect your entry.

 

Judges' Decisions are final. Please do not question them while they are judging a class. If you have a question regarding a placing, please ask the judge politely and promptly after the class. Some classes may be team judged or another judge may fill in for a short break. Please feel free to approach the show holder to intercede on your behalf with a question for the judge if there seems to be a serious conflict occurring during the actual judging. Please note only the show holder may interrupt the judging for any reason.

 

PLEASE do not hover, take photographs or approach any portion of the table while the judge is judging a class! 

 

Groom/dust your models PRIOR to bringing them to the table. Excessive time spent dusting slows the show down and the dust you brush off your model into the air can settle onto another shower's model. Please be aware and considerate. If a shower chooses to lay their entry down on the table rather than place it in a standing, they give the judge the authority to pick up the horse for judging so that they can view the other side of the model.  The judge must be allowed to pick up such models for judging.

 

DO NOT touch any models other than your own unless you have the specific permission of the owner.

 

Please Stow ALL your tubs/belongings either under your table or in your vehicle. Please do not place anything in the aisleways between the tables.

 

NO SMOKING and NO ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES on the premises.

 

No pets in the show hall unless they are a documented service animal. Documented service animals must be under control at all times.

 

Please keep talking at a low volume and listen for all announcements! Please realize we cannot delay the show for failure to heed class calls.

 

ANY QUESTIONS? PLEASE ASK YOUR DIVISION JUDGE AND/OR SHOW HOLDER BEFORE THE CLASS BEGINS!

 

Kristin Arendt, Show holder 510-541-5919 – 8:00 AM until 8:00 PM Pacific Time.

EMAIL:  kristin@graessley.net