BreyerFest fans at the Kentucky Horse Park. Photo by Mary CagePEQUANNOCK, NJ BreyerFest:Against All Odds spotlights heroic horses and horsepeople with tales of triumph over adversity who have defied expectations and difficulties to become real-life stories of equine empowerment. Now in its 35thyear,BreyerFest will take place July 12-14, 2024 at the Kentucky Horse Park in Lexington and online with a robust virtual broadcast you wont want to miss!From Celebration HorseAthenian Lady,the one-time neglected rescue who made her name with multiple World Championship titles, toAlan A Days Work, a jumping mulewho proved his mettle at horse shows, to virtual guestBlue Zeus,a blue roan Mustang who once roamed Wyomings Red Desert, fans will be inspired by unique stories of the hundreds of horses attendingBreyerFestfor meet-and-greets, photo ops, autograph sessions, equine entertainment, and demonstrations.North Carolina-based Amanda Delgado was overwhelmed when she received an email from Breyer about her mareAthenian Lady. Hearing that Breyer thought Athenas transformation made her the ideal candidate forAgainst All OddsCelebration Horse rendered her speechless. I just started crying. It was surreal, said Delgado, who is thrilled to share Athenas courageous story withBreyerFestattendees.From live horse demonstrations and autograph sessions to horse and human special guests,Against All Oddspromises memory-making moments for a lifetime. Get to know rare Swedish Gotland Ponies from the largest herd on the continent. So few rare breeds have success stories, said Leslie Bebensee, whose Kokovoko Farm in Kentucky is home to 27 Gotland Ponies.Special guests, such as Lauren Reischer, 25, who was born with Cerebral Palsy, will share their transformative journeys with horses. As Director of Development at Special Olympics New York (SONY), Reischer raised money to help create the Summer Show Series for the programs equestrian athletes. Reischer still spearheads the SONY equestrian program, cultivating the next class of riders with disabilities. A Board Member of GallopNYC, the therapeutic riding organization where she learned to ride, Reischer personifies triumph over adversity.BreyerFestshowcases the best of the horse world, and were honored to spotlight guests that are so inspirational for our 35thanniversary, said Jaime Potkalesky, Breyers Director of Events. There is so much to see and do for horse lovers, and for families who want to enjoy a fun-filled weekend in the country.BreyerFestwelcomes people of all ages.On Friday and Saturday nights, the spotlight will shine onBreyerFestsCelebration of Horsesequestrian spectacle, produced by Sylvia Zerbini and featuring a dazzling cast of talent, including special guest Guy McLean of Australia. Included with all tickets, virtual attendees can livestream the show from the anywhere in the world.Ever-popular returning attractions include workshops, seminars, free Stablemates model painting, live music, model horse shows, a kids jump competition and select films from the EQUUS Film Festival. DockDogs are back for an encore, with a lineup of eager canines that love to run, jump, and swim. Get your running shoes on forBreyerFestsNever Say Neigh-ver 5Kon Sunday morning, July 14th. Limited edition Breyer models and more will be available for purchase, and the Vendor Marketplace will feature additional equestrian artwork, books, clothing and more.The choice is yours! AttendBreyerFestin-person at Kentucky Horse Park or online atBreyerHorses.com. Tune into virtual content live or on your own timeand feel like youre there in Kentucky.All online ticket holders can accessBreyerFestseminars and shoppingVirtual Marketplace and Virtual Artisans Gallery includedplus the eveningCelebration of Horsesshow. Recorded seminars will be available to view again afterBreyerFestweekend into the summer.So saddle up and shop your tickets! Theyre just a click away . . . BreyerFest 2024 Tickets A Preview of BreyerFest Guest Horses Special Guests Edited Press ReleaseAbout BreyerFestNow in its 34th year, BreyerFest is a 3-day equine extravaganza bringing more than 30,000 fans together with 300+ live horses and thousands of model horses at the Kentucky Horse Park in Lexington each July. From model horse shows and hands-on workshops, to real horse demonstrations and equine celebrities, BreyerFest is the hub of the model horse hobbyist worldwhere creative animal lovers of all ages celebrate their passion. A hybrid event with online ticket options, enthusiasts from over 100 countries now livestream BreyerFest virtually from everywhere in the world.Discover everything straight From the Horses Mouth in the BreyerFest First Timers Guide, also available for Virtual First Timers.About Breyer Animal CreationsOne of Americas most iconic toy brands, Breyer Animal Creations is a division of Reeves International, Inc., a family-owned, NJ-based toy manufacturer and distributor that took home the nations Horse Industry Vision Award in 2021. Celebrating its 73rd anniversary in 2023, Breyer has championed the horse and animals for decades. Breyers dedication to creating authentic, realistic model horses for play and collecting inspires a vibrant, devoted international community that considers Breyer far more than a brand.Learn more at www.BreyerHorses.com.The post True Equestrian Heroes Set Stage for 35th BreyerFest: Against All Odds July 12-14, 2024 in Lexington, KY appeared first on Horse Illustrated Magazine.