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Arizona Sun Circuit is poised to welcome exhibitors toWestWorld in Scottsdale from February 27 throughMarch 8 with yet another diverse slate of classes,added money events and incredible prizes. With the long standing reputation of being the largest AQHA Circuit in the world,the show also offers NSBA, NRHA, NRCHA, RHC, VersatilityRanch Horse and Coast To Coast Breeders classes. Competitionwill be stiff as exhibitors chase over $100,000 in added money,36 saddle awards, trophies, buckles, champion rings and more.All exhibitors are also eligible to win one of five Axis UTVs, perfect for ranch chores or recreation.While Sun Circuit is a magnet for the biggest horse and ridernames in the business, it also offers a welcoming environment forexhibitors of all ages and experience. From Small Fry to Select,Cattle to Trail, Ranch to English, everyone will find a place andlevel that matches their needs. Nine competition arenas and manyadditional warm-up pens ensure everyone has plenty of space.Young Trail Horses can earn large paychecks at the 2026 SunCircuit. There is $10,000 added to the KRT Show Horses 4 & 5Year Old NSBA Open Trail held on March 3. Super Sires eligiblehorses entered in the futurity will also look for their piece of the$2,500 concurrent payout. Machine Made is adding $2,000 to theLimited Rider division, and the champion will also receive aSterling Custom Saddle sponsored by Kathy’s.First time Trail horses have a chance to start their career witha bang at Sun Circuit. The $7,500 Added 5 & Under MaidenStakes Trail, sponsored by VS Code Blue and VS Goodride, offers$7,000 plus all of the jackpot fees to the class placings. Bonuscash of $300 to the first place and $200 to the second place L2 riders will also be awarded. The Maiden Stakes runs concurrentwith L1 Jr. Trail each time it occurs.Head over to the Western Riding pen and find the the $7,500Added Nothing But Nett 5 & Under Maiden Stakes. It, too, offers $7,000 to the class placings, with bonus cash of $300 to thefirst place and $200 to the second place L2 riders. The class runsconcurrent with L2 Jr. Western Riding each time it occurs. It alsohas a 100% of the jackpot fees paid back. Roping classes draw NFR legends and hot-handed amateursalike with substantial money added jackpots and futurities. TheARHFA Sun Circuit Roping returns February 28 through March2, offering huge payouts and exciting competition. AQHA roping follows the futurities with Arizona Quarter Horse sponsoringanother $17,000 added to Open, Amateur and Breakaway.48 Arizona Horse Connection February, 2026All That You Love Plus More At The 2026 Sun Circuit Quarter Horse Showby Kristen Spinningcontinued on page 50The Ranch Riding classes have proven to be some of the most popular events at Sun Circuit, including the Trail division. Five Axis 550 utility vehicles will be given away at this year’s Sun Circuit, in addition to saddles, buckles, money paybacks and much more!Books byAward-Winning AuthorHeidi M. ThomasIf you like heart-warming cowgirl/horse stories, like Heartland,you’ll love these books:Cowgirl Dreams trilogyRescue SeriesSaving Her Prairiewww.heidithomas.comAmazon: https://bit.ly/4rAT39F