• The ride is open to the public; all participants must be mounted on the trail ride.
• The Ride on Saturday is from 11am-2pm. The after party is from 1:30-4:30pm
• Boots and helmets are strongly advised.
• You must bring your own horse.
• The route will be “Take Your Own Line” within the time allowed and will encourage an efficient path to all stops.
• Riders may start at any point. The official route will use only town trails without gates and a loop inside the Horse Park at Woodside.
• Stop locations will be annotated on the rider map with directions as needed and well-marked signs.
• Stops include both public and private horse-friendly locations, concentrating in the areas near central Woodside and the The Horse Park at Woodside.

• All riders must pre-register, sign a liability release, and pay a fee per rider.
• Extra options for RV Hookup, overnight and stall use are offered during registration. NOTE: horses must have a stall if they will be at the Horse park during the after party. Day use stalls will be provided for Free this year.
• A complete submission must include registration form, payment and signed waiver.
• Online registration is open until Oct. 9 at 5:00pm. After that date, please register on Saturday at the WHOA! Help Desk at the Horse Park.

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• A registration fee is required to participate. LUNCH is INCLUDED in the following fees, and a day stall can be reserved for FREE thanks to Dan DeFranco Equestrian Legacy and the Mounted Patrol Foundation :
  • $40 for under 18 years old 
  • $80 – Register by August 15, 2026 (EARLY BIRD STATUS)
  • $100 – Register after August 15, 2026
  • Registration on Saturday Oct. 10 is $130

There will be a fee for overnight stays at the Horse Park. See corresponding FAQ.

• A DAY STALL is needed if your horse remains at the Horse park during the After Party.
• They are FREE this year thanks to Don DeFranco Equestrian Legacy and the Mounted Patrol Foundation.
• Shavings will be provided for all stalls and a flake of hay upon request.
• Extra water buckets will be available if needed, though we prefer you bring your own.

Please reserve your stall during registration online. You may also indicate who you want your stall next to.

Overnight Stay:
Overnight is possible ONLY on Friday Night October 9. RV hookup and Stalls will be available this year. NO TENTS.

• Reservation and payment in advance is necessary. You can indicate if you need Horse Park services while registering to Ride. Payment is done at the same time as paying to ride.
• Stalls and RV hookups will be assigned once reserved and paid for.
• Release agreements and a horse health declaration for the Horse Park must be completed and signed in advance. This is available as part of the online rider registration process
• You must read and abide by the Horse Park Rules: DOWNLOAD NOW

Arrival and Departure Times:

• Arrival Friday  October 9 from 3pm – 6pm
• Arrival Saturday Oct. 10 from 9am-11am
• Departure by dusk Saturday 

Is riding permitted Sunday?
No.

I have questions – Who can I contact?
Contact  Julie White, 650-867-1820, juliewyt@me.com

FEES: (must be paid in advance when registering to ride)

• $75 RV Hookup (with water and power) 
• Stall – Overnight $50  (includes 2 bags of shavings) 

Where:
Horse Park at Woodside
3674 Sandhill Rd.
Woodside, CA 94062

You can add any of the services offered during registration.

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Stay Tuned!

YES! And the Public is welcome to attend…

• Polo tournament: 1:00-4:00pm – Watch the games and try out a mallet.
• “End of Trail” After Party: 1:30pm-4:30pm – Located in the Bay Arena VIP Tent.
• Demonstrations:  Woodside Vaulters, Sweetbeau Mustangs and Working Equitation with Ali Kermeen and Marcelo Lupo. 
• Refreshments at the VIP Tent: No horses in the vendor/VIP Tent area!
• Buffet-style lunch for all: starting at 2:00pm. Water, iced tea and lemonade included.
• WHOA Foundation Grant Winners will offer displays
• Sponsoring exhibitors will greet riders and have various giveaways to hand out for your Goody Bags. Starting at 2:00pm.
• The “Heart of the Park” will feature coffee cart & mocktails from 1:30pm
• Silent Auction  bidding online ends at 3:30pm. Some items will be available at the after-party only!
• Announcement of group challenge and costume contest winners. Must be present to win.

WHERE: The Horse Park at Woodside
WHEN: Oct. 10 (1:30-4:30pm)

YES!  All riders dressed with in costume with the YEAR OF THE FIREHORSE theme will be judged.

When and Where is the Judging?

Volunteer community supporters will be the official judges.

• There will be two judging locations in town and two in the Horse Park. (see rider map you will receive)
• Group costumes will be judged using the bib number of the designated group leader.

How many winners will there be?

• INDIVIDUAL CATEGORY: First, second and third place
• GROUP CATEGORY: First and second place

What are the prizes?
The winners will be announced at the After Party at the The Horse Park at Woodside. Prizes are still in the works, but they’ll be worth it…Winners must be present to win!

Costumes are encouraged, though are optional!

The theme for 2026 is “Year of the Firehorse”
Ride Bold, Ride Forward, Ride Together

• Once your registration is complete, you will have a rider packet assigned to you. It will include:
  • your rider number 
  • the rider map showing the route and ride stops
  • safety and emergency instructions
  • other rider information relative to the year registered
• Your rider packet will be sent to you before the ride. If you register after Oct. 2, you will need to pick up your rider packet at the WHOA! desk at the Horse Park or on Friday at a private address provided to registered riders.

• Yes. This ride is for riders who bring their own horse or equid.

1. 2005- The Beginning
2. 2006 – Happy Birthday Woodside
3. 2007 – Double 07
4. 2008 – The Paniolo
5. 2009 – Characters of the Old West
6. 2010 – Holidays on Horseback
7. 2011 – Mardi Gras
8. 2012 – Camelot
9. 2013 – Riding Around the World
10. 2014 – Chinese Year of the Horse
11. 2015 – Fiesta de Caballo
12. 2016 – Saturday Night at the Movies
13. 2017 – Casino Royale
14. 2018 – California Gold Rush
15. 2019 – Super Heroines and Heroes
16. 2020 – The Roaring 20’s
17. 2021 – Oktoberfest
18. 2022 – Horses in History
19. 2023 – Let it Be 2023 – the 60’s & 70’s
20. 2024 – Looking Back, Galloping Forward
21. 2025 – Safari – Into the Wild