October 16–17, 2026Palomino Mountain RanchLow Gap, North CarolinaConducted & hosted by Matthews Auctioneers

October 16–17, 2026 · Low Gap, North Carolina

Competition Friday.
Horse sale Saturday.

Bring the whole family to Palomino Mountain Ranch for competition, quality horses, food trucks, local vendors, demonstrations, and more.

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More than a horse sale

Something for everyone.

The Matthews Select Horse Sale is a family-oriented destination event. Whether you are shopping for your next horse, competing, supporting a local vendor, or simply looking for a good day in horse country, there will be plenty to see and do.

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Friday · October 16

Competition day

Friday is built around the trail and ranch horse competition—a chance to see talented horses and riders put their skills to work.

Competition

Watch trail and ranch horses demonstrate the ability, responsiveness, and versatility buyers want to see.

Food & Shopping

Enjoy food trucks and shop a selection of local vendors throughout the event.

Demonstrations & More

Spend the day around good horses, useful demonstrations, and family-friendly activities.

Saturday · October 17

Sale day

Saturday’s main event is the Matthews Select Horse Sale, bringing together selected horses, serious buyers, consignors, and families.

Meet the Horses

Walk the grounds, visit with consignors, and take a closer look at the horses before they enter the ring.

The Main Event

The Matthews Select Horse Sale takes center stage as selected horses are offered to the public.

A Full Day Out

Food trucks, vendors, demonstrations, and more make Saturday an event for the whole family.

Palomino Mountain Ranch

Join us October 16–17.

Full competition, demonstration, vendor, and sale schedules will be announced as the event approaches.

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Competition Friday.Horse sale Saturday.