Maryland State Fair Shetland Steeplechase Races

Tentative date… check back in August to confirm….
Saturday, August 31 st , paddock time approximately 4:45 PM

Pony races will run after running of the last live TB Thoroughbred race.  Please check back for changes.

  • ALL new ponies and new pony and rider combinations must be pre-screened by US Pony Racing.  All approved pony/rider combs must attend one practice before permitted to run, regardless of previous successful performances.  TENTATIVE practice will be Wednesday, August 21, 2024 at 4:30pm at the Timonium Racetrack.
  • No stallions or mares over 5 months in foal.
  • No foals, dogs/pets or horses/ponies that are not entered on race day are allowed on race track premises.
  • USPR and the MJC reserve the right to refuse any entry for any reason.
  • All riders must wear a current ASTM/SEI or NSA approved helmet, a protective vest, yoke, overgirth, safety stirrups, and signed release.
  • Entries are required to attend a practice session prior to the event.  Contact usponyracing@gmail.com for details.  New jumps will be utilized.
  • Entries performing well, not necessarily that place well, but are well behaved and keep up with the group, may be asked to join the USPR Shetland Racing Performance Team.
  • All entries must  present a Health Certificate and proof of a negative Coggins test at the stable gate, or they will not be permitted to enter the grounds.

Race Conditions
2022 RESULTS
2021 RESULTS
Rider Notices
Rider Release

RACE MEET(required)

Click SUBMIT above to send your entry info, then click PAY NOW below to pay via PayPal.  The entry fee is $25.  If you have multiple entries, you may send one payment via PayPal, but please make a note for all of the entries that are included in your payment.  Entries are non-refundable and must be paid before your entry will be accepted.