The Great Lakes Carriage Classic, July 28th-30th

Welcome to the fifth presentation of The Great Lakes Carriage Classic (GLCC) in this year of 2023. The objective is to provide a diverse range of driving enthusiasts with a Canadian experience to show their equine partners and encourage Junior and Para Drivers to participate.

Returning to a three-day show with Dressage and CDE Cones, officials for this ADS Recognized Show are Larry Brinker-CDE Judge  from British Columbia, Ruth Graves-Pleasure Judge from Texas and Dana Bright-TD from Pennsylvania. The Great Lakes Carriage Classic enters this year as a stand-a-lone entity with Not-for-Profit status, championed by Jean McLean, Show Manager with Valerie Williams, Show Secretary.  Thank to our supporters for helping to build a solid foundation from which to expand offerings and continue in years to come.

The Ancaster Fairgrounds is the venue of choice being a convenient cross roads for competitors from all directions. Facilities include a 120 by 300-foot indoor show ring, one hundred indoor stalls, indoor spectator seating and a Vendor’s Market Place for browsing. Additional convenience is an indoor warmup ring coupled with ample parking, camp sites, RV hookups and personal comfort facilities with indoor washrooms and showers on site. Food is available adjacent to the show ring and social events include a corn roast and Sit- down Dinner as well as award presentations

Looking forward to your participation in The Great Lakes Carriage Classic – 2023.