Horse shows play a vital role in Oklahoma City’s economy

In 2011, Oklahoma City’s State Fair Arena hosted 22 horse shows with 787,758 visitors.

 
BY ED GODFREY | Modified: April 29, 2012 at 1:16 am | Published: April 29, 2012   

Oklahoma City prides itself on being the horse show capital of the world. City officials do not want that to ever change.

The equine industry plays a vital role in the city’s economy is important that can’t be understated, said Michael Carrier, president of the Oklahoma City Convention and Visitors Bureau.

photo - A cowboy watches the 2010 American Quarter Horse Association World Championship Show reining finals at State Fair Park in Oklahoma City. Photo by Sarah Phipps, The Oklahoman archives
A cowboy watches the 2010 American Quarter Horse Association World Championship Show reining finals at State Fair Park in Oklahoma City. Photo by Sarah Phipps, The Oklahoman archives

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The economic impact of all of the conventions and sporting events that come to Oklahoma City combined, with the exception of the NBA and the Oklahoma City Thunder, equals that of horse shows...
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