South Seattle Saddle Club

Play Day 2026 Series
2026-08-01 08:00 - 17:00, 2026-08-02 08:00, 2026-08-15 08:00 - 17:00, 2026-08-16 08:00 - 17:00, 2026-09-12 08:00 - 17:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | South Seattle Saddle Club, 22740 S.E. 228th St., Maple Valley, WA, 98038, United States
Events: TBD
Fees:
Buckeroo/Leadline: $25 | Members: $35 | Non-members: $45 | Member Family (3+): $80

Age Divisions:
Beginner/Leadline: All Ages | Buckeroo: 8 & under | Junior: 9-13 | Intermediate: 14-18 | Senior: 19 and over

Daily Highpoint Awards! Toy chest and ribbons for Buckeroo/Leadline!
Gates open at 8am
Click here for Play Day rules and more info >>

Ride for a Reason - South Seattle Saddle Club Benefit Barrel Race
2026-08-22 09:30 - 19:00
2nd Annual Ride for a Reason
Benefitting Curvy Girls – International Scoliosis Peer Support for Girls
Join us for a full day of barrels, community, and giving back at the South Seattle Saddle Club.
This event is especially close to our hearts—one of our very own is part of Curvy Girls and the Saddle Club, and we’re proud to ride in support of a community that uplifts girls navigating scoliosis with strength and confidence.
Date: August 22 Location: South Seattle Saddle Club | 22740 SE 228th St Maple Valley, WA 98038

Open Barrel Race (Non-Sanctioned)
A fun, competitive race open to all riders—focused on community, not points.
Entry Fee: $25 per run
Format: 1D–4D
Payout: 1st–5th place in each division
All entry fees go directly to the fundraiser benefiting Curvy Girls.
$2,000 Cash PotThis is a guaranteed pot funded through fundraising efforts.Entry fees are not added to the pot.

Time Onlys
Get your horse dialed in before your run:
$5 each or 3 for $10
1-minute limit per horse
Purchase at the office or cash at the gate before entering the arena
Time Onlys: 9:30 AM Race Begins: 11:00 AM

Mother & Daughter Barrel Race + Team Auction
Starts at 5:00 PM
The heart of the event—and a crowd favorite.
This race is about connection, confidence, and celebrating the women who lift the next generation up—not about being the fastest or most experienced.

Team Format
Teams consist of one female adult + one female youth
“Mother & Daughter” can be any meaningful duo—mom, grandma, aunt, cousin, mentor, or best friend
Each team will be assigned a team number
This is about showing up, having fun, and raising money for a meaningful cause

How It Works
All youth riders will run first, followed by all adult riders
Each team’s combined time determines placing
Time will be allowed for tack/saddle changes between runs as needed
5-second penalty will be added for each knocked-over barrel
Helmets are required for ALL riders

Team Experience
Each team will submit:
Team Name
Ride Song
Short Bio (shared with the crowd during introductions)
Teams are highly encouraged to dress up, coordinate outfits, and bring the energy The more spirit you bring, the more you help raise money through the auction

Live Team Auction
Before the race begins, each team will be introduced to the crowd with their song and bio, then auctioned off live.
Spectators will have the opportunity to bid on their favorite teams, with the highest bidder “owning” that team for the race.
This is where teams can truly shine—personality, creativity, and heart matter more than speed

Auction Format
Each team is sold to the highest bidder
All winning bids must be paid at the office before the race begins
50/50 Split:
50% of each winning bid → Curvy Girls
50% → payout pool
Teams are raising money simply by participating and being bid on—winning is just a bonus

Payout
Cash payouts will be awarded based on team performance:
1st Place: 50% of payout pool
2nd Place: 30%
3rd Place: 20%

Cook Shack
The Cook Shack will be open all day serving:
Breakfast
Lunch & Dinner (burgers and more)
Snacks & drinks
All Cook Shack proceeds benefit the South Seattle Saddle Club.
