Let’s be honest — putting on a horse show is already a huge task. Between finding judges, organizing classes, setting up the arena, and figuring out awards and ribbons, the last thing anyone wants to do is wrestle with designing a prize list from scratch.
But here’s the kicker: a clear, well-designed prize list is one of the most important tools you can offer exhibitors. It tells them everything they need to know—classes, rules, fees, schedules—and it sets the tone for your entire event. Whether you’re hosting a big open show, a 4H play day, a local barrel race, or a laid-back schooling show, your prize list is doing a lot of the heavy lifting.
The Problem? Prize Lists Are a Pain to Make.
Most horse show organizers don’t have the time (or desire) to sit down and fiddle with Word docs or spend hundreds hiring a graphic designer. And let’s be realb—bthere aren’t a lot of ready-made templates out there to choose from. You either spend hours building something from scratch… or you end up with a basic black-and-white sheet that doesn’t do your event justice.
The Good News? I Made One for You.
As a lifelong horse girl and designer, I’ve been there. So I created a Horse Show Prize List Template that you can use right in Canva (yep—even the free version!). It’s beginner-friendly, customizable, and works for any discipline or show format—from Pony Club to gymkhanas, western competitions to hunter/jumper schooling shows.
Here’s why this Canva template is a game-changer:
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🐴 Beginner-friendly – No design experience needed
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💻 Use with free or Pro Canva – No extra costs or subscriptions required
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🏆 Fully editable – Add your logo, change colors, customize classes, update fees and more
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📋 Works for any type of show – Great for charity shows, breed shows, 4H events, barrel races, gymkhanas, and more
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🕒 Save time – Get a professional-looking prize list done fast
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💸 Budget-friendly – No need to hire a designer or buy expensive software
You can find the template in my Etsy shop here – ready to download and make your next horse show a little easier (and a lot more professional-looking).
Perfect For:
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Show managers
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Barn owners hosting in-house shows
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Horse trainers running schooling events
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Youth club leaders planning fun shows or play days
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Anyone wanting a polished prize list without the stress
Final Thoughts
Organizing a show is hard enough—your prize list shouldn’t be. Grab a template that’s already done for you, plug in your info, and hit print (or share it online). Done and dusted. 👏
👉 Ready to make your life easier? Check out the prize list template here.
Happy showing!
Amy
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