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Barrel Racing Events & Connections

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Last updated 2026

This platform was created with the barrel racing community in mind. Your feedback helps us grow and better support riders and event organizers nationwide. And remember—always call before you haul!

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About

For Riders. For Promoters.
Built for Barrel Racing.

One platform for the whole barrel racing world — find and enter events, run your shows with a full management dashboard, buy and sell gear, and stay connected with the community.

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One Platform, Two Powerful Tools

Whether you're competing or running the show, this platform was built for you. Learn more about barrel racing.

For Riders & Competitors

  • Find events by map, calendar, schedule, or search
  • Enter events online and pay via PayPal or Venmo
  • Track your entries and see live results as they post
  • Follow series leaderboards and standings
  • Buy and sell gear in the Marketplace
  • Watch live streams and dashcam video from events
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For Promoters & Show Managers

  • List your events on the public map, calendar, and browse pages for free
  • Ability to run your show cash to cash, or collect payments online
  • Run draws for any format — Sidepots, Rolls, Add-ons, and more
  • Post live results riders see on their own dashboard in real time
  • Calculate payouts seamlessly and manage stalls & RVs
  • Collaborate with team members and print QR codes for easy online entry
See the Promoter Dashboard

Why we exist

Our mission

We built this platform to strengthen the barrel racing community — one connection, one event, and one show at a time.

  • Connecting ridersHelp competitors find jackpots, series, and shows in their area and across the country.
  • Supporting organizersGive promoters a place to list events and tools to run entries, draws, results, and payouts.
  • Building communityMake it easier for riders, producers, and fans to stay in the loop and support each other.
  • Growing the sportIncrease visibility and participation in barrel racing through clear schedules and modern entry flows.

For Promoters

Promoter Event Management Dashboard

A complete toolset to run professional barrel races — from accepting entries online to posting live results and sending out payouts. Built specifically for the barrel racing arena. Try it free as an early adopter.

Full Overview & DemosView Live Demo (Rider View)

Online Entry Management

Riders enter and pay online. Entries appear instantly with payment status tracked per rider.

Draws

Generate draws for any format — carry-over, add-ons, rolls, or one draw runs all.

Live Results

Post times instantly. Riders get their own live dashboard showing standings as results come in.

Payouts

PayPal and Venmo integration. Calculate and distribute winnings with a few clicks.

Stalls & RV Spots

Manage facility reservations alongside event entries — stalls, hookup spots, and more in one place.

Exhibitions & Open Arena

Handle exhibition entries and open arena slots as part of your event registration flow.

Team Collaboration

Add staff and helpers with access to manage entries, results, and payouts together.

QR Check-In

Printable QR codes for streamlined on-site check-in and rider verification at the gate.

Built for Competitors Too

Find events, enter online, track your results, and connect with the barrel racing community — all in one place.

Discover Events

Interactive map, calendar, schedule list, and advanced search. Filter by state, date, tags, and organization to find exactly what you need.

Browse Events

Enter Online

Click Enter on any event, choose your class, sign the liability waiver, and pay via PayPal or Venmo. All tracked in My Entries.

My Entries

Live Results & Standings

See your time posted the moment it's entered. Your personal rider dashboard updates in real time — no waiting on social media.

Rider Dashboard

Leaderboards & Series

Follow series standings and leaderboard rankings across multiple events. Track where you stand in the overall standings.

Rider Dashboard

Marketplace

Buy and sell barrel racing equipment, tack, and gear within the community. Browse by category, list items, and message sellers directly.

Visit Marketplace

Live Streams & Dashcam

Watch live video and dashcam footage from events when available. See the arena action in real time.

Watch Live

Discovery

Find events your way

Four ways to explore the schedule — each with filters tuned to how you like to search.

Schedule

Multi-select states and event types (tags), search, optional max distance and city filters. Your filter choices are remembered when you open an event and come back.

Open Schedule

Browse

Search titles, venues, addresses, descriptions, tags, and contact fields. Try a two-letter state code (e.g. OH) or City, ST. Switch upcoming vs past vs all dates, or focus on events you liked or follow.

Open Browse

Map

See events on an interactive map — ideal for planning hauls and discovering what is on near a location or along your route.

Open Map

Calendar

Browse by date when you already know when you can haul and want to see everything landing on those days.

Open Calendar

Submit an Event

Hosting a barrel racing event? Get it in front of more riders. Events can be submitted from anywhere in the U.S. — states appear as events are added.

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Create or Log In

Go to My Events. If you don't have an account yet, you'll be prompted to create one.

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Submit a New Event

Click Submit New Event to access the full form. Map coordinates are generated automatically from your address.

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Recurring Series or Multi-Day?

Use the recurring checkbox for weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly jackpots (up to 12 events). Use the multi-day option for events spanning multiple consecutive days.

Not the event host?

Community submissions are welcome. Add a note: “This was not added by the event host. Please call before you haul, as it may not reflect recent updates.”

What You'll Need

  • Event title and venue/arena name
  • Full event address (street, city, state)
  • Event date(s) — single, multi-day, or recurring
  • Description and any special details
  • Organizer contact info
  • Optional: flyer upload and registration link

Event Guidelines

  • Events must be barrel racing related
  • Provide accurate date and location info
  • Include complete contact details for verification
  • All submissions are reviewed before publication

Promoters — manage your existing listing

If your event is already listed, create a profile, view the event details, and request promoter access. For full management tools (entries, draws, results, payouts) see the Promoter Dashboard.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Barrel Racing Events & Connections?

Barrel Racing Events & Connections is a two-sided platform for the barrel racing community. Riders use it to find events near them, enter competitions online, track entries and results, and buy or sell gear. Promoters use it to list events publicly and — with the Promoter Event Management Dashboard — run every aspect of their shows: online entries, automated draws, live results, payouts, and facility management.

How do I find barrel racing events near me?

Use Schedule, Map, Browse, or Calendar from the main navigation. On this About page, the Find events your way section explains what each view does: Schedule for multi-state and event-type filters plus optional distance and city; Browse for text search (venues, organizers, state codes like OH, or City, ST), upcoming vs past dates, and liked or followed events; Map for geographic discovery; Calendar for date-first browsing. The map helps you plan by location and distance.

How do I enter an event online?

Find an event listing and click Enter. You'll complete a liability waiver, select your class, and pay online via PayPal or Venmo. Your entry status and payment are tracked in My Entries. Promoters using the dashboard see your entry instantly.

What is the Promoter Event Management Dashboard?

The Promoter Event Management Dashboard is for producers who want to streamline running barrel races: online entries with payment tracking, automated draws, live results, payouts, and tools for stalls, RV spots, exhibitions, and team collaboration. Early adopter options may be available. Learn more at https://www.barrel-racing.app/promoter-dashboard.

What is the Marketplace?

The Marketplace lets barrel racing enthusiasts buy and sell equipment, tack, and gear within the community. Browse listings by category, list items for sale, and message sellers directly.

How do I submit an event?

Create an account or log in, then go to Submit New Event from My Events. Enter the event title, venue, address, date(s), description, and contact info. Submissions are reviewed before publication. Recurring jackpot series and multi-day events are both supported.

What is NBHA / IBRA?

NBHA (National Barrel Horse Association) and IBRA (International Barrel Racing Association) are sanctioning organizations for barrel racing. Many events on this site are NBHA or IBRA sanctioned; you can filter by these and other tags when browsing events.

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Contact Us

Questions, suggestions, or need help? Reach us at barrel.racing.app@gmail.com

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