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There's something stirring in the foggy air... can you feel it? Whinnies and nickers can be heard in the darkness. That means only one thing - the 2024 Breyer Halloween collection is here. The 2024 Breyer Halloween Store will officially launch on Thursday, September 5th, but here's a little treat to tide you over until then - a full reveal of this year's offerings!   Beowulf - 2024 Halloween Horse When a haunting whinny turns into a chilling howl, you know that the full moon is high and Beowulf is on the prowl! This year's Traditional (1:9 scale) Halloween Horse is inspired by the legend of the werewolf. His metallic deep red coat is decorated with claw marks, a full moon, and wolfish figures, all of which glow in the dark when the sun goes down. Beowulf is available both on BreyerHorses.com and at your favorite Breyer retailer.   Draftula - Freedom Series Halloween Horse Our fang-tastic Freedom Series (1:12 scale) Halloween Horse just might drive you batty! Meet Draftula, a splash pinto draft horse who wouldn't be out of place roaming the forests of Transylvania. Upon close inspection, you'll notice that Draftula's white markings form a colony of bats, and a widow's peak and tiny fangs complete his ghastly look that also glows in the dark!   Spooky Surprise Stablemates - Series 6 Our fan-favorite Spooky Surprise Stablemates (1:32 scale) blind bags return once again with three miniaturized versions of past Halloween favorites. Open the package - if you dare - and you'll find one of the following miniatures inspired by previous Freedom Series Halloween Horses: Mini Ratsputin – Bay pinto with hidden rats and glow-in-the-dark markings  Mini Goblin – Glow-in-the-dark iridescent coat, decorated with spooky goblins  Mini Salem – Shaded grullo pinto with interference purple, hidden cats, and glow-in-the-dark markings   Stitch - Halloween Plush This ghoulish girl is a little bit sweet and a little bit spooky – did you see her eyes? Stitch is aptly named, because she's always ready to keep you in stitches with her good-hearted tricks. She'll be your perfect companion this Halloween season!... [Read more]

BreyerFest may be over, but the thrill of participating in an open model horse show sponsored by Breyer is not!     In just a few short weeks, the photo upload period for BOO! - Breyer’s Online Open Photo Show - begins on our partner platform, PonyBytes. Unlike Breyer Boot Camp, which was hosted in the spring, BOO! is a show for experienced model horse showers who are looking for some fun competition in the virtual show ring. Registration for this fun show is currently open here and you can read the complete show packet and learn more here. There are some incredible judges lined up for this show including Brie Cundiff, Melissa Steinkamp, Kelly Weimer, Elaine Lindelef, Levi Kroll, and Kelly Keracher! Overall Champs and Reserve Champs as well as Sectional Champs and Reserve Champs will also receive fun prizes from Breyer, to be revealed soon!... [Read more]

For this year’s galaxy-inspired National Breyer Fun Day that will take place on Saturday, October 19th, four amazing artists from all over the USA will guide participants through a series of fun model horse craft projects. Suitable for all ages and abilities, our artists will take participants through their projects step-by-step. Meet the artists and see an overview of their on-demand workshops below! You can access the schedule and locations for this year's National Fun Day events here.   Workshops and Artists 2024 Star Dapple Grey Workshop 10:00am-11:00am EST. Learn how to paint your very own star dappled grey horse! Join Audrey Dixon of Wild Horse Studios as she walks you through the techniques needed to paint a realistic "star dappled" pattern. We promise you'll be seeing stars after this one! Audrey Dixon of Wild Horse Studios has been a horse person her entire life, and has been involved with both model and real horses since the age of 6. She began painting custom work professionally at just 16 years old. She is best known for her richly-shaded bays and dappling. Audrey graduated from Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College in 2018 with a Bachelors in Art and Design and with a minor in Equine Studies. For fun in her free time, she enjoys studying equine color genetics and competing in lower-level Eventing. Star Dapple Supply List Galaxy Watercolor Painting Workshop 11:00am-12:00 pm EST. Jamie Rott will guide participants through this fun project using watercolors! Reach for the stars in this fun galaxy-inspired painting workshop. Jamie will walk participants through various stages of completion, from a simple watercolor silhouette to an embellished, galaxy-inspired masterpiece. Jamie has been collecting Breyer horses for as long she can remember! Collecting, showing, and attending BreyerFest is a pastime that Jamie shares with her family - especially her mom, Yvonne, and daughter, Emily. For Jamie, sharing the hobby and what it can offer is a passion. Jamie has been the president of Great Lakes Congress (GLC), a model horse organization that hosts six to eight live shows per year, since 2007. Jamie also teaches several workshops at BreyerFest thathave ranged from learning to live show, pasteling, watercolor painting, and board and bristol painting. Today, Jamie is a licensed professional engineer in Illinois and is the first female Water Superintendent in Rockford, IL’s 100+ year history. Galaxy Watercolors Supply List Constellation Etching Workshop 12:00pm-1:00pm EST. Practice your etching skills as Callie Guyer from Flying Horse Studios walks you through on how to etch fun constellation and star patterns on your Stablemates! From Leo to Lyra, there are dozens of fun constellations that will inspire you for this workshop. Pick your favorite and get ready to etch! Born and raised in Arizona, Callie Guyer first discovered the world of Breyer when she received a model as a gift around the age of 12. After graduating from her “carpet herd” to a more established collection, Callie discovered customizing, which was a perfect way to combine her love for both art and horses. Her days on Breyer YouTube, where she filmed short films with her models, were a contributing factor to what she currently studies in college: filmmaking! Outside of the hobby, Callie enjoys nature-related hobbies, filmmaking, writing, and of course spending time with horses! Constellation Etching Supply List Galaxy Stablemates Workshop 1:00pm-2:00pm EST Tag along with Missy Shaw as she teaches participants how to paint a galaxy-inspired Stablemates model! Learn different techniques and play with fun color pigments to create the beautiful mixing of colors seen in various galaxies. A horse-crazy gal since toddlerhood, Missy Shaw started collecting Breyers on Christmas morning 1992 when her grandparents gifted her a Classics-scale family set. She attended her first BreyerFest a few years later in 1997 and again in 1999. Live showing was next, and quickly became her favorite aspect of the hobby. She loved the camaraderie competition and spending time with others who loved horses as much as she did. Missy picked up brushes and pan pastels a few years ago, and now customizing has become another passion. Her work has won awards in both photo and live shows, and she joined the BreyerFest Artisans Gallery roster in 2022. Outside of model horse collecting and creating equine art, Missy has two awesome kids, a small zoo of critters including three different species of reptiles, and a bachelor’s degree in fine arts/western art history from the University of Oregon. She works in an administrative support role at the local hospital. Galaxy Stablemates Supply List... [Read more]

Saturday, October 19, 2024  10:00am-2:00pm EST. This fall’s National Breyer Fun Day will be taking place both in stores (call your local retailer for details) and online at BreyerHorses.com and on Breyer social media! On Saturday, October 19th, get ready to blast off as we virtually meet up with model horse artists from around the U.S. who will guide us through fun workshops related to all things stars, galaxies, and auroras! Trust us, it’s going to be astro-nomical. Our crafting experts will be hosting sessions throughout the day and Breyer will be highlighting participating retailers as we lead up to the big weekend. All events are held on October 19th, 2024 unless noted otherwise. Breyer National Fun Day Workshop Schedule  10:00am-11:00am EST Audrey Dixon's Star Dapple Grey Workshop 11:00am-12:00pm EST Jamie Rott's Galaxy Watercolor Painting Workshop 12:00pm-1:00pm EST Callie Guyer's Constellation Etching Workshop 1:00pm-2:00pm EST Missy Shaw's Galaxy Stablemates Workshop You can meet our awesome artists and view the recommended supply lists for each activity here. * Note: Any retailers with in-store events listed below prior to the October 19th event date will not have access to Breyer’s exclusive event content until October 19th. Events taking place after the 19th will have access to recorded content from the 19th on their event date on BreyerHorses.com. You are welcome to join us live online on the 19th from anywhere in the world! Check back for additional stores being added!... [Read more]

Save the date for Breyer's National Fun Day, coming Saturday, October 19th! This year's theme is "Out of This World" - a celebration of all things stars, galaxies and auroras. We'll have four themed workshops for you to try from these talented artists: Painting a Star Dapple Grey with Audrey Dixon of Wild Horse Studios Constellation Etching with Callie Guyer of Flying Horse Studios Galaxy Watercolor Painting with Jamie Rott Painting Galaxy Stablemates with Missy Shaw of Mountain Sun Arts Your local Breyer retailer can get in on the fun by hosting an event at their store! Trust us, it's going to be astro-nomical. Stay tuned for more information and supply lists for these workshops as we get closer to the date!... [Read more]

Every summer, we bring Breyer fans a handful of new models to add to their collections. Today, we’re excited to reveal our new regular line additions, including two exciting Traditional portrait models! These products will be available both at your favorite Breyer retailer and on BreyerHorses.com in late June. If you follow Olympic-level dressage or attended our Ponies & Palm Trees Collector Event in 2022, then Salvino (#B-TR-10120) is a familiar face! This two-time silver Olympic medalist and 2022 U.S. Equestrian International Horse of the Year is coming to the regular line. Owned by Betsy Juliano and ridden by Adrienne Lyle, Salvino’s storied career was one of the greatest in modern American dressage. This striking bay Hanoverian stallion earned multiple medals as part of Team U.S.A. at FEI Dressage Nations Cups, including gold, silver and bronze with Lyle aboard. Retired from competition in early 2024, Salvino is preparing to settle into life as a breeding stallion and sire the next generation of dressage greats. For each Salvino model sold, a $1 donation is being made to The Dressage Foundation.   If you’re a fan of famed Australian horseman Guy McLean, then the name Quietway Spinabbey (#B-TR-10121) may ring a bell. According to Guy, from his very first few days on earth, Spinabbey moved more like a gazelle than a foal – he spent more time with all four feet off the ground than he did with them on it! Now one of the lead horses in his live performances, Spinabbey can perform incredible maneuvers such as sideways gallops and backwards canters. His model has been produced with a custom roached mane – Spinabbey’s signature style – and includes a copy of Guy’s heartfelt keepsake poem entitled “My Mr. Incredible Quietway Spinabbey.” We're looking forward to welcoming Spinabbey to BreyerFest this year as part of Guy's team!     If you’re looking to add a little magic to your herd, Cyrus & Solana (#B-TR-10082) are a pair of golden chestnut unicorns that will be happy to lend their powers. Proud stallion Cyrus loves nothing more than patrolling his magical lands and watching over the unicorn herd. The newest and most precious member under his watch is his plucky filly, Solana. She keeps her father on his toes with her energetic foal antics, frolicking around the herd and exploring their territory. Cyrus shouldn’t be surprised – after all, she takes after him!     For fans of Freedom Series models, we also have an exciting addition! The Breyer Mobile Rescue & Care Clinic (#B-FS-10064) is a grand “playset on wheels.” This vehicle is ready to deliver essential services to people and pets who need it most. It includes living quarters, storage compartments, and a medical care area. To help kickstart your care, a palomino Freedom Series foal, cat and dog figures are included alongside plenty of accessories. Plus, we're excited to add six new items to our CollectA collection as well:   #80003 Lusitano Stallion - Palomino #80004 Standardbred Pacer - Bay #80008 Breton Draft Horse Stallion - Chestnut #80017 Phar Lap, Thoroughbred Stallion #80010 Velociraptor with Moveable Jaw - 1:6 Scale #80016 Nanuqsaurus - Stalking... [Read more]

With less than six weeks to go until BreyerFest 2024, we’ve been getting a lot of questions about important deadlines regarding Special Run selections and tickets! As we prepare for the big weekend, we’d like to share a roadmap of important dates that will happen for ticket holders between now and July 12th, the first day of BreyerFest. Please note that all dates below are approximate and subject to change. In the case that any date changes, we will inform ticket holders of updated date(s).   Wednesday, June 5th, noon EDT – Last day to purchase All-Access and Online Traditional Access tickets with the option to submit preference forms for your Special Run model selections. For more information on preference forms, please see this BreyerFest Blog post. Wednesday, June 5th, 12:30 pm EDT – All-Access and Online Traditional Access tickets with Wild Card (in-person) and randomly-selected (online) Special Runs go on sale. These tickets do not include the option to submit a preference form. All Access tickets will include two (2) Wild Card reservation tickets, which will allow you to select one model per reservation ticket from remaining inventory during BreyerFest weekend, and Online Traditional Access tickets will be assigned two randomly-selected Special Run models that will be available for them to purchase during BreyerFest weekend. Monday, June 10th – Preference forms will be emailed to all All Access and Online Traditional Access ticket holders who purchased their tickets before noon EDT on June 5th. Week of June 10th – Digital VIP ticket packages will be emailed to all VIP ticket holders. Wednesday, June 12th, 5 pm EDT – Deadline to submit preference forms for All Access and Online Traditional Access tickets. If you do not submit a preference form, you will be randomly assigned two Special Run models per ticket. Week of July 1st – All in-person tickets purchased to date (All Access and General Admission) will be emailed to ticket holders, including Special Run reservation and/or Wild Card tickets. On or about July 8th – All in-person tickets purchased since July 1st will be emailed to ticket holders.  At this point, ticket sales will move to our partner site through the end of BreyerFest weekend, July 12th-14th.   Still need your tickets for BreyerFest 2024? You can get them here!... [Read more]

BreyerFest is so much more than just shopping for models! There are so many ways to participate in the model horse hobby, and BreyerFest aims to showcase them all – from shopping to showing and everything in between, including sculpting, painting, tack making and more. BreyerFest 2024 will offer 30 workshops in-person at the event, but if you’re joining us online with your VIP, All-Access, or Online Traditional Access tickets, you’ll have access to view 17 amazing workshops this summer, which you can view on your own time throughout the weekend! Check out this summer’s awesome virtual workshop lineup below: Advanced Carousel Horses ($10 fee) Skill Level: Advanced In this video workshop, long-time model horse artist and Breyer carousel ornament creator, Laura Rock-Smith, shows you how to take the next step from basic carousel trappings covered in her original How to Make a Carousel Horse video to more advanced techniques including fish scale armor, basic lattice work and using various cutters to create layers for trappings. These techniques will take your custom Breyer carousel horse from fantasy to looking like it stepped off a carousel! You'll also learn how to make your own tools to make these trappings. Here is the supply list for Advanced Carousel Horses. Please watch Laura’s original video, which we will be available again during BreyerFest weekend, as she does not re-cover the basics covered in that video before watching this one.  Here is the supply list for Carousel Horses.   Advanced Equine Head Sculpting (free to view) Skill Level: Intermediate to Advanced Horse head shapes vary in more than just length!  Equine sculptor Morgen Kilbourn is here to teach you how to assess the angles and shapes of some key facial landmarks for your breed type in order to up your sculpting and customizing game! Previous sculpting knowledge will be useful for this session.  This session does not have a supply list.   Carousel Horses (free to view) Skill Level: Intermediate to Advanced Join award-winning carousel and equine artist Laura Rock-Smith to learn how to create a historically correct carousel horse with a Breyer Freedom Series horse. We will be re-airing Laura’s 2023 session for folks getting started and for anyone who needs a refresher before diving into Laura’s new release for 2024 – Advanced Carousel Horses! You will learn the techniques used for everything from bridles to tassels along with tips and tricks to take your work to that next level. Laura will also cover a little of the history of American carousel figures, such as the "romance" versus "non-romance" side.  Here is the supply list for Carousel Horses.   Creating Kirins (free to view) Skill Level: Intermediate to Advanced In this workshop hosted by Best Customs Contest finalist Janine Haq of Quequinox Art, viewers will learn how to turn their Breyer model into a fantasy Kirin! Janine will go through how to customize your model and share techniques on sculpting hair, scales, and horns in this fun fantasy lesson.  Here is the supply list for Creating Kirins. Creating Light Boxes (free to view) Skill Level: Beginner to Advanced Franceyn Dare will be guiding viewers through the process of making a lightbox to upgrade your model horse photography. In this session, Franceyn will also show viewers how to paint their own backgrounds for their lightbox, and go through some tricks and tips to help you get the best from your photos.  Here is the supply list for Creating Light Boxes.   Creating Water Bases ($10 fee) Skill Level: Beginner to Advanced In this workshop, Vincent Lange (Best Custom Contest Performance finalist) will give you an introduction to creating water effects on bases and dioramas for your model horses. You will create a beach scene complete with waves and splash effects caused by the movement of the horse. Dive down deep into the magic of water effects to make your model horse stand out from the crowd!  Here is the supply list for Creating Water Bases. Fleabitten! ($10 fee) Skill Level: Beginner to Advanced Join renowned finishwork artist Stephanie Blaylock as she teaches students how to paint an incredible fleabitten grey horse using pan pastels and acrylics. In this session, Steph will show participants how to prep their models, create the basecoat, and then move on to splattering the fleabites in this engaging tutorial.  Here is the supply list for Fleabitten!   Flower Blankets & Trophies (free to view) Skill Level: Beginner to Advanced Every horse is unique in their own way, but they all do one thing perfectly no matter what: bringing joy to our lives! Give those special ponies in your herd the reward they deserve by crafting your very own miniature trophies and flower blankets that are fit for a king. In this workshop, suitable for any skill level, instructor Trinity Honaker of Infinity Breyers will show you how you can bring a variety of trophies to life, as well as flower blankets that your Breyers can wear with pride knowing they earned them for being simply amazing!  Here is the supply list for Flower Blankets and Trophies.   From Clay to Play: Mold-Making 101 (free to view) Skill Level: Beginner to Advanced Expert equine sculptor Morgen Kilbourn will teach viewers about mold-making, from basic simple molds to complex two-part production molds. In this session Morgen will review a variety of mold types, present an overview of the materials and equipment, and cover the safety basics needed. Follow along from original sculpt through a week of mold-making to make a resin reproduction! Bas relief and 1:20 scale resin mold-making and casting will be demonstrated in this comprehensive overview.  Here is the supply list for From Clay to Play!   Let’s Start Customizing: Learning the Basics (free to view) Skill Level: Beginner In short, simple segments, artist and hobbyist Kristy Thiessen will show viewers how to start the process of customizing a Breyer model. She will guide participants through the process of taking three Freedom Series models and giving them new life! These three models will cover multiple skill levels, from very simple to a touch more customized. This video will include planning, paint prep, and slight modifications like adding manes and tails or using a heat gun to slightly move your model. This video was created with beginners who want to give this customization thing a shot in mind! Here is the supply list for Let's Start Customizing! “Lucky Dice” Jump Standards (free to view) Skill Level: Beginner to Advanced Learn to make this fun jump to go with your Traditional scale Breyers! In this beginner friendly workshop, artist Laura Skillern-Sailer will walk viewers through some of the basics of building miniature props from wood as well learn how to add unique details to take your props up a notch.  Here is the supply list for "Lucky Dice" Jump Standards.   Making a Rose Garden-Inspired Jump (free to view) Skill Level: Beginner to Advanced Anne Field of Field of Dolls Studio is known for her incredible doll and prop-making skills. Join her in this virtual session to create a beautiful performance prop!  Elevate your over fences entry to the next level with this beautiful rose garden jump. Easy-to-follow instructions and inexpensive materials are all you need to make this fantastic jump. You don't need to break the bank to add this prop to your performance collection.  Here is the supply list for Making a Rose Garden-inspired Jump. Pom-Pom Ponies (and Unicorns!) (free to view) Skill Level: Beginner to Advanced Join artist Christina Riley as she guides you through how to create these adorable Pom-Pom Ponies and Unicorns. Any skill level is welcome, and most of these supplies you may already have on hand. A fun craft for a party or rainy day!  Here is the supply list for making your Pom-Pom Ponies! Sparkletastic Medallions (free to view) Skill Level: Intermediate to Advanced In this video workshop, Anna Smith, a second-generation model horse shower and artist who is a resin dice and medallion caster, will show viewers how to amp up their medallions from the standard white they are normally cast in to fun and fabulous glitterific and sparkletastic colors. She'll show the products she uses along with all the steps used so you can create your own "sparkletastic" medallions from your molds.  Here is the supply list for making your Sparkletastic medallions.   Traditional Pony Pouches (free to view) Skill Level: Beginner to Advanced Not only will pony pouches keep your models safe when traveling to live shows, but they will protect your models at home from dust, sunlight, pet hair, and more! Learn how to sew a basic, easy-to-make pony pouch in this seminar with Lynn Isenbarger.  Here is your supply list for making Traditional Pony Pouches.   Seeing Spots! Painting Appaloosa Blankets ($10 fee) Skill Level: Intermediate to Advanced Didn’t make it into this session in-person?  Not to worry!  Join Darynn Bednarczyk of DeeJayBe Studios in the virtual version of her incredible workshop all about painting Appaloosas. You will learn the different patterns, their relation to hair growth and how to achieve realistic spots using various methods with acrylic paints.  Here is your supply list for Seeing Spots!     Weaving Chainmail (free to view) Skill Level: Beginner to Advanced In this tutorial Dani Boiko of Savvy Appy Studios will be teaching you how to weave 4-in-1 European chainmail ring by ring. This style of chainmail is commonly used in armor seen in fantasy movies and Renaissance Faires as a way to protect the wearer from harm. Horses have been known to wear sections of chainmail armor to keep them safe on the battlefield. Here is your supply list for Weaving Chainmail.... [Read more]

Hey BreyerFest fans! With all the excitement around the BreyerFest Limited Edition model, Blue Zeus, we wanted to share that he will be available for backorder during BreyerFest weekend. In the event that the initial 3,000 pieces sell out, guests will still be able to purchase Blue Zeus's model as a backorder which will ship in December 2024. No need to worry that you might miss out on this stunning model!      If you are new to BreyerFest and want to make sure you add Blue Zeus to your herd, you will have to purchase a BreyerFest ticket. This handsome model will be available for ALL BreyerFest ticket holders to purchase from July 12th-14th. This Limited Edition model can only be purchased online, so whether you purchase an online ticket or in-person ticket you will have access to him on BreyerHorses.com during BreyerFest weekend.  Still need your BreyerFest tickets? Get them here!... [Read more]

If you are an entrant in the Breyer Boot Camp photo show, you can begin to upload your photos beginning today at 5 PM EDT. You have until Friday, May 17th to upload your images.   If you’re age 15 and older and you’re new to the world of model horse showing, Breyer Boot Camp is the perfect place to get started! This photo show is open to everyone and will be hosted online on our partner platform, PonyBytes. Registration is open until Friday, May 10th and is open to all! You do NOT need to be a BreyerFest ticket holder to participate in Breyer Boot Camp. You can read more about the show and register here!... [Read more]

Hey, Breyer fans! Galleries open and photo uploading begins for the Breyer Boot Camp Photo Show on Friday, April 26th. If you’re age 15 and older and you’re new to the world of model horse showing, Breyer Boot Camp is the perfect place to get started. This photo show is open to everyone and will be hosted online on our partner platform, PonyBytes. Registration is open until Friday May 10th! You do not need to be a BreyerFest ticket holder to participate in the Breyer Boot Camp photo show. You can read more about the show in the packet on PonyBytes and register here!... [Read more]

There are so many fabulous perks of being a BreyerFest VIP Ticket holder! From guaranteed model selection to exclusive swag, you are sure to feel truly important all weekend long. To give fans an idea of what a day at BreyerFest could look like for one of our VIPs, we put together this fun schedule of activities that will make your weekend at BreyerFest a breeze. If you’re on the fence about getting yourself a VIP ticket to BreyerFest, we hope this tips the scales for you!   9:00 am – Show up to the Kentucky Horse Park and enjoy free parking that’s included with your ticket. Get your QR codes ready and breeze through the entry gates. 9:30 am – No need to rush right to the VIP Line in the Special Run tent!  Your models are reserved for you all weekend long. Instead, why not walk around and take in all the amazing things BreyerFest has to offer? Take a walk up to the stalls to say good morning to this year’s guest horses, grab a delicious cup of cold brew coffee from our partners at Castle and Key in their adorable converted horse trailer, or peruse the Hands-On Hobby Tent to learn more about the model horse hobby!     10:00 am – Enjoy the equine entertainment in the Covered Arena and be moved by all the wonderful tales of triumph. Watch Celebration Horse Athenian Lady show off her beautiful western dressage movements and listen to her story of how a neglected rescue turned world champion. Or watch Alan a Day's Work show off his jumping skills and see why he is advocating for mules to be allowed at rated horse shows!     If you’ve registered for any of this weekend’s exclusive VIP workshops, be sure to allow at least 15 minutes to get from the area around the Covered Arena to the South Expo Hall of the Alltech Arena where workshops are hosted. You can confirm when your session is here. A record of what you’ve registered for is available in your account information on BreyerHorses.com. The Leather Armor Chamfron Workshop led by Dani Boiko still has limited spots available, so if you are interested in experiencing an exclusive VIP workshop, sign up now! 11:00 am – While you’re in the Covered Arena, head on over to the Vendor Marketplace and shop for some fun finds such as equine jewelry, vintage Breyer models, or beautiful art. And if you can’t find anything that tickles your fancy there, you can head over to one of the two BreyerFest Stores to shop for any additional Limited Editions you didn’t purchase with your ticket – or shop for exclusive event merchandise and see what exciting things from HQ you uncover in the elusive warehouse finds!     12:00 pm – Feeling a bit hungry? Head on over the bridge between the Hands-On Hobby Tent and the Collector Club Tent to Celebration Park and enjoy a bite to eat from our various food vendors. While you’re there, spend some time in the shade of our Beer Garden tent and enjoy some refreshments while listening to live, local music.     1:00 pm – Now that the morning rush is over and the line is sure to be shorter, head on over to the Special Run Tent and look for the exclusive VIP Line. Your models are reserved for you, so you can pick them up at any time that is convenient for you and your schedule. Get out your QR codes (either on your smartphone or printed out) and breeze through the line as you pick up your pre-paid Special Run and Limited Edition models. You can also pick up your Celebration Horse, Event Stablemates Still Bejeweled 4-Pack, and VIP Swag Pack!     3:00 pm – After dropping your models off in your car, head on over to the Autograph Tent to take your picture with your favorite horse and have your model signed by their owner! The stables will have plenty of breeds for you to see and meet, from Friesians to Fell Ponies and Paints to Paso Finos. There is a horse waiting to meet you!     5:00 pm – Head on over to the Alltech Arena to secure some great seats for the Celebration of Horses Evening Show. Be dazzled by the fabulous production of Sylvia Zerbini, world renowned Grande Liberte performer!     8:00 pm – While you are relaxing in your hotel after a great day at the KHP, enjoy recaps of the Live Broadcast and browse through Virtual BreyerFest! Access to the virtual event is included with your VIP ticket. Wow, what a stress-free day! Thanks to the VIP Ticket you have so much flexibility at the Kentucky Horse Park to enjoy every aspect of BreyerFest! Need to buy yours, or maybe even a second one? Get yours here! VIP tickets will be on sale until April 30th, or while supplies last.... [Read more]

With so much to do at BreyerFest, from the amazing shopping, to the awesome free activities, to the fun at the Clarion in the evenings, you may have missed that BreyerFest also hosts a fun 5K race on the Sunday morning of BreyerFest weekend!     This race, hosted by our partners at Race Rise and Central Kentucky Race Management, is currently open for registrations and will take place on Sunday, July 14th at 8 am at the KHP.  In-person runners will receive a commemorative t-shirt, race bib with chip timing, and a fun finisher’s medal!  Our top six overall winners and the top six winners in each age group will also receive fun prizes from Breyer! A ¼ mile Kid’s Dash for children 8 and under will take place right before the 5K kicks off!     As well, a portion of the cost of each runner’s registration goes to benefit our partners at Old Friends in Georgetown, KY. This race is great for all ages and abilities and is a great way to kick off the last day of BreyerFest!     Prices will increase after April 28, so secure your spot now! You can learn more and register here.... [Read more]

One of our favorite parts of BreyerFest is putting together each year's VIP Swag Bags, and not to toot our own horns, but we think this year's is one of our best yet! At this year's event, VIP ticket holders will pick up a gorgeous holographic tote bag containing a whole bunch of goodies: VIP wristband Water bottle with drink sling Set of exclusive, collectible enamel pins "BreyerFest VIP" car sticker Handheld light-up fan Neon-inspired desk lamp Take a look at some of these products in action in the video below:     View this post on Instagram A post shared by Breyer Model Horses (@breyermodelhorsesofficial)   Remember that VIP ticket sales are available only until April 30th, or while supplies last! If you haven't gotten yours yet, you can do so here.... [Read more]

Have you ever wondered which models have been the most popular in Breyer history? How about the process of selecting a real-life horse for our next "portrait" model? These questions and more are answered in "Memorable Models," an article in the new May/June 2024 issue of Young Rider magazine.     If you'd like to read the article and the rest of this issue, both physical and digital versions can be purchased from the Young Rider webstore.... [Read more]

Today's the day! Today, April 15th, is your last chance to access special discounted rates for all BreyerFest 2024 tickets, both in-person and virtual. We're also heading into the home stretch for VIP tickets - remember that there are just about two weeks left to guarantee your model picks, receive an exclusive swag pack, and more! The deadline to purchase a VIP ticket is April 30th, or while supplies last. You can shop all BreyerFest tickets here.... [Read more]

Come meet Breyer portrait horse Full Moon Rising at the World Equestrian Center this month! On Sunday, April 21st from 1 PM to 3 PM, "Mooney" will be meeting fans at WEC's Breyer Fun Day hosted by the Mr. Pickles and Sailor Bear Toy Shoppe. You'll have the chance to get your photo taken with him and get your model autographed by owner Marsha Hartford-Sapp!     The meet and greet will take place in the Hunter 2 outdoor arena at WEC. While you're there, you can also paint your own FREE Stablemates model (one per person) as an additional keepsake of your day in Ocala, and the Mr. Pickles and Sailor Bear Toy Shoppe will have a variety of different Breyer models available for purchase! Questions? Additional information is available on the World Equestrian Center website.... [Read more]

At the April 8th Inglis 2024 Australian Easter Yearling Sale, Winx's only foal thus far was offered for a hotly-anticipated sale. The dark bay filly by Pierro, a spitting image of her dam, fetched a record $10 million AUD and was purchased by Debbit Kepitis of Woppit Bloodstock, keeping her within the Winx family and Australia. Breyer Australia's General Manager, Vanessa Knight, was lucky enough to get a quick cuddle in with this record-breaking filly, and also introduced her to "mum's" Breyer model!   "Mum! Is that you?"   Vanessa meets Winx's record-breaking filly... [Read more]

Spring is the time of new growth, new beginnings... and a few new Breyer releases! We're excited to add two new additions to our Traditional lineup this spring: meet Gilded and Picante.   As his name implies, Gilded is pure decadence. Our Spring Decorator model for 2024 is a stunning flash of blue and gold! Inspired by the blue and gold coloways of the original Breyer decorator models from the 1960s, Gilded pairs this color scheme with a flashy tobiano pinto coat. This model will be available both at BreyerHorses.com and your local Breyer retailer.   You might expect Picante to be a little spicy based on her name, but she is far from it! Instead, this elegant Arabian/Quarter Horse cross is a pleasure to ride and work with. Her body type is very reminiscent of her Arabian heritage, while her freckled bay roan coat owes itself to the Quarter Horse side of her family tree.  Picante is our Spring Brick and Mortar special run, which means she is only available in-person at your local Breyer retailer. You can find your nearest location with our Store Locator tool!... [Read more]

Happy Tuesday! What did you think of our April Fool’s joke this year? Well, the joke is – we’re not fooling! Our April Fool’s Collection is inspired by four models from Breyer history known for their unique colorways. These Stablemates blind bags will be available for purchase starting TOMORROW, April 3rd, at 1 PM EDT. We hope you enjoy these fun little models as much as we enjoyed making them! Included in the collection is: Mini “Cloud” – A miniature recreation of “Cloud” from the 1995 Classics B-Ranch series, with large resist dapples. Mini “Cinnamon” – This 1996 Limited Edition Ara-Appaloosa mare is known for her dot and zig-zag blanket appaloosa pattern. Mini “Overo Paint” – The Stud Spider sculpture’s first pinto appearance in 1979 featured markings that resemble puffy clouds and a dramatic hand. Mini “Arabian Stallion” – Intended to be a bay-going-grey, this 1994 model often had a greenish appearance due to inconsistent airbrush layering that didn’t always turn out as expected.... [Read more]

Available for purchase only at Breyer retail store locations. Renowned for their exceptional stamina and beauty, the Arabian horse has been a favorite of riders throughout history. Whether competing across challenging terrain in an endurance race or taking a leisurely trail ride on a sunny afternoon, the Arabian horse rises to the occasion with a keen, workmanlike attitude and nimble hooves. When paired with other breeds, Arabians often lend their refined conformation and captivating movement. Likewise, the trustworthy Quarter Horse excels in both the show ring and working environments across the globe. Its remarkable versatility makes it a suitable breed for everything from herding cattle to jumping a course of fences. Adaptability, athleticism, and a whole spectrum of striking coat colors make them popular for both work and play. Picante, an Arabian/Quarter Horse cross, bears the characteristic dished face and delicate features of her Arabian blood while sporting the beautiful bay roan coat of her Quarter Horse lineage. Spirited and graceful, she floats over the ground with purpose and poise. Despite her spicy moniker, her sweet expression and kind eye indicate she is a pleasure to work with and ride. With the agility and strength inherent in her blood, Picante is ready to excel at any task her rider places before her. Visit your local Breyer retailer to pick up Picante today!... [Read more]

Monday morning blues got you down? Let’s brighten things up with a sneak peek at an upcoming spring release! As you might recall, in 2020 we introduced a collection of Stablemates blind bags inspired by some fan-favorite models for our 70th anniversary. With Breyer’s 75th anniversary fast-approaching, we got out the shrink ray again to introduce some more familiar faces to 1:32 scale! Check back soon for more information on how to obtain these new cuties.... [Read more]

In case you missed it! We announced a lot of exciting news over the past few weeks on the BreyerFest Blog! With all the information shared, we wanted to recap some of the big announcements to makes sure everyone is up to date.     BreyerFest tickets went on sale in February and are available for purchase! Get your tickets now and save up to $5 with early bird pricing available through April 15th, 2024. You can learn more about each ticket type and what’s included here.     Model Horse Shows are on sale! While the Open Show is currently sold out, we still have other equally-great shows that ticket holders can participate in. Check out the Children’s and Youth Show, geared specifically towards the younger shower. It’s a fun day of learning and meeting other kids who love Breyer and horses! For our more seasoned showers, check out the Resin Renaissance and Breakables shows. To learn more about our model horses shows, click here!     Workshops went on sale early March, and while most are now full, we still have limited spots left in the Leather Armor Chamfron workshop with Dani Boiko on Saturday, July 13th from 10:00am-12:00pm. This workshop is for VIP Ticket holders only. If you are interested in learning how to make this fun leather armor piece and take home your creation, plus a Battlefield Angel HP model, sign up before it’s too late! If you need a VIP ticket, you can purchase yours here.     If you are interested in selling at BreyerFest, applications for the Vendor Marketplace, Artisans’ Gallery, Swap Meet, and Virtual Artisans’ Gallery and Marketplace are still open! The April 15th deadline is quickly approaching, so don’t delay. You can learn more about selling and find the applications here.     Our contests have all been announced and entries are open! The Pop Culture That Pops! Diorama Contest is open to VIP, All-Access, and Online Traditional Access Ticket holders. Entrants are invited to create a diorama that depicts one example of the many categories of pop culture from any decade in the last 100 years. With a variety of categories that can be explored such as entertainment, sports, fashion, technology, etc. we are excited to see what everyone comes up with! This is a virtual contest and entries will be displayed on the BreyerFest website.     The BreyerFest Best Customs Contest, open to VIP and All-Access ticket holders, honors the best in Breyer model horse customizing – remaking and resculpting the model itself, jaw-dropping finishwork, and perhaps even mohair and superb tack (not required). Prizes include an exclusive Traditional scale prize model, “Look What You Made Me Do,” and rosette to first place winners and an exclusive Stablemates scale prize model, “I Forgot That Your Existed,” plus rosette for second and third place winners in each division. You can check them out on the BreyerFest Blog! With six unique divisions offered, we can’t wait to see what entrants create. This contest takes place in-person at the Clarion Hotel during BreyerFest weekend.   Make sure to keep checking back on the BreyerFest Blog for the latest information on the event! If you're on Facebook, we also highly recommend joining the official BreyerFest Group to add these updates to your feed and have all your questions answered "straight from the horse's mouth."... [Read more]

For our most recent coloring contest, entrants were invited to bring this delightful fantasy scene to life featuring a girl and her beloved unicorn stallion using any physical art medium of their choosing.  Each entry was judged on both creativity and coloring skills. There were three age categories with three winners each: 10 and under, 11-16, and 17 and up. Each winner will receive Hyacinth & Wisteria, our latest unicorn mare and foal set. Here are our winners!   10 and under - 1st Place   Charlotte P., CA   10 and under Runners Up 2nd place: Maizy M., ON, Canada 3rd place: Shayden S., NE     11-16 - 1st Place   Emma C., NJ   11-16 Runners Up 2nd place: Ruth V., TN 3rd place: Eva J., AL     17 and over - 1st Place   Kenny K., OH   17 and over Runners Up 2nd place: Hollyn G., VA 3rd place: Victoria M., PA... [Read more]

Last week we reminded you that the Breyer Boot Camp and BOO! photo shows were returning this year, and we just wanted to let you know that registrations for both of those shows are open now! You can learn more about Breyer Boot Camp in the full show packet here on PonyBytes, and you can register yourself here on BreyerHorses.com.  You can read the show packet for BOO! here on PonyBytes, and get yourself registered here on BreyerHorses.com.... [Read more]

In addition to many in-person model horse showing opportunities BreyerFest has to offer fans this summer, we are also thrilled to announce that we will once again be hosting Breyer Boot Camp and BOO!, Breyer’s Online Open Photo Show. Both of these shows will be taking place online on our partner platform PonyBytes, and anyone can join in the fun – you do NOT need to be a BreyerFest ticket holder to enter! Registration for these shows will be located in the "Other Events" section of the Events tab on BreyerHorses.com.     Breyer Boot Camp is Breyer’s novice-level photo show hosted by Liz Isham Cory and Jamie Rott, intended for people at least 15 years old who are looking to learn about model horse showing and who have never shown in BOO!, North American Nationals, or a Breyer-sponsored Open show. Hosted online this spring, participants may show original finish Breyer and CollectA horses (including decos!) and animals only, and top winners in the show will be guaranteed the opportunity to show in the BreyerFest Open show this summer if they choose to! You can read the complete show packet for Boot Camp here on PonyBytes, including the lineup of awesome judges for this year! 1st to 10th place flats will be awarded for each class and Sectional and Overall Champions and Reserve Champions will receive rosettes! Overall Champs and Reserve Champs will also receive a fun prize model from Breyer!     BOO! Breyer’s Online Open Photo Show, hosted on PonyBytes this fall by Liz LaRose and Julia Turner, is for experienced model horse showers looking to show their original finish and custom plastic Breyer and CollectA models. You can participate in this show even if you participate in the BreyerFest Open Model Horse Show in Kentucky this summer! This is also a great show for folks who participated in Boot Camp, the BreyerWest Youth & Novice show, and/or the BreyerFest Youth Show to practice showing at the open level before venturing into their first live open model horse show. Please note that once you participate in BOO!, you’re no longer eliigble to show in Boot Camp or other Novice/Children’s/Youth-level shows hosted by Breyer. You can read the complete show packet for BOO! here on PonyBytes, including this year’s amazing judging roster!   Registration for both these shows will open Friday, March 22!  Please make a note of these important dates if you plan to participate. New to model horse showing? Model horse showing is an exciting and educational activity that lets you engage with your Breyer models in a whole new way! Check out the Showing Blog for more information on how model horse shows work and how you can participate.... [Read more]

If you’re a retailer, boutique owner, or have an e-commerce store that you’d like to be a part of BreyerFest, then this year’s Vendor Marketplace is the place for you!  Being hosted in-person at the Kentucky Horse Park and online at BreyerHorses.com, the BreyerFest Vendor Marketplace is a great way to reach thousands of Breyer fans!     Our Vendor Marketplace is in the center of all the action in and around the Covered Arena Friday, Saturday, and Sunday during the day. Participants are welcome to sell jewelry, art, books, gifts, housewares, clothing, accessories, tack (for model horses or real ones!), toys, older or retired Breyer product, and more. Products are not required to be equine-themed, but it is encouraged!  If you’ll be joining us online with a VIP, All-Access, Online Traditional Access, or Online Stablemates Access ticket you can check out our Virtual Marketplace as well! Reaching fans around the world, this Virtual Marketplace connects fans and sellers directly through our virtual BreyerFest platform. In-person sellers are welcome to participate in the virtual platform as well to increase their audience! If you’re interested in being a part of the action, the application will be available next week!... [Read more]

Yesterday, we told you about the BreyerFest Artisans’ Gallery, but also taking place at the Clarion Hotel on Thursday and Friday evenings is the biggest, most fun room sale of all – the BreyerFest Swap Meet!     Anyone can shop at the Swap Meet but if you’re interested in being a part of the action, the Swap Meet is the perfect place for an individual seller looking to sell or trade older or retired models, tack, or accessories.*  While the Swap Meet is not open to retailers or artists (those folks should apply for the Vendor Marketplace – which we will talk about on Monday – or the Artisans’ Gallery) it is a great way for an individual to sell off their older models, tack, or accessories.  If you’ll be joining us online with a VIP, All-Access, Online Traditional Access, or Online Stablemates Access ticket you can check out our Virtual Marketplace as well!  Reaching fans around the world, this Virtual Marketplace connects fans and sellers directly through our virtual BreyerFest platform. In-person sellers are welcome to participate in the virtual platform as well to increase their audience!     As we mentioned yesterday, in addition to the already announced events taking place at the Clarion, the Events Team has even more fun surprises in store for you over the course of the weekend that we can’t wait to share with you soon! Applications for both the Artisans’ Gallery and Swap meet will be live on BreyerHorses.com shortly after tickets are on sale! Have a great weekend, fans!       *Current year (2024) Breyer models are not permitted to be sold in the Swap Meet, including (but not limited to) Celebration Horses, Event Stablemates, Special Runs, and Limited Editions.... [Read more]

BreyerFest really kicks off these days on Thursday at the Clarion Hotel, between Breakables Live and Resin Renaissance during the day and the Artisans’ Gallery and Swap Meet in the evenings. (More on the Swap Meet later.) All BreyerFest guests are encouraged to visit at the Clarion in the evenings, and for added convenience to assist guests we offer a free shuttle bus service from several of our partner hotels and the KHP to bring fans to the Clarion. You can learn more about our shuttle service in our From The Horse’s Mouth guide, including which hotels are on the route this year.     The Artisans’ Gallery at BreyerFest is proud to showcase the most talented artists from the world of model horse collecting and beyond who create some of the most breathtaking works, from flat art to 3-D sculpture. Media may be original sculpture, bronze, wood, resin, clay, acrylic painting, watercolor painting, oil painting, pencil portraiture, custom tack, and customized Breyer models. The subjects of the pieces on offer are generally equine-related, but may also include other animal subjects as well.  With the recent renovation of the Clarion’s event spaces, we’ve been able to increase the capacity of the Artisans’ Gallery significantly, and we are looking forward to welcoming even more artists than ever before!     If you’ll be joining us online with a VIP, All-Access, Online Traditional Access, or Online Stablemates Access ticket you can check out our Virtual Artisans’ Gallery as well! Reaching fans around the world, this Virtual Artisans’ Gallery connects fans and artists directly through our virtual BreyerFest platform. In-person artists are welcome to participate in the virtual platform as well to increase their audience! In addition to the already announced events taking place at the Clarion, the Events Team has even more fun surprises in store for you over the course of the weekend that we can’t wait to share with you soon! BreyerFest tickets will be going on sale next week, so sit tight!... [Read more]