Year of the Horse: July 24 Celebration

An unforgettable summer night of live music, community, and second chances supporting the horses and people of Lucky Orphans Horse Rescue.

As we continue celebrating the Year of the Horse and America’s 250th Anniversary, join us for an incredible evening honoring freedom, resilience, community, and the powerful connection between horses and people.

Celebrate the spirit of summer, healing, and hometown connection at our biggest summer event of the year.

Join us on Friday, July 24 for an unforgettable night featuring live music by Way Behind the Sun and other special musical guests, along with food trucks, drinks, dancing, rescued horses, bonfires, and a one-of-a-kind festival atmosphere on the farm.

Every ticket purchased helps provide lifelong sanctuary to 43 rescued horses while supporting equine-assisted programs serving veterans, first responders, youth, women, and families throughout our community.

Your Ticket Includes

✨ Admission to the event
🎶 Live music featuring Way Behind the Sun & additional performers
🔥 Bonfire & summer festival atmosphere
🐴 Access to the rescue farm and horses
🍔 Food trucks with food available for purchase
🍷 Beer, wine & specialty beverages available
📸 Summer photo opportunities throughout the property

Why It Matters

Lucky Orphans Horse Rescue believes in “People Helping Horses Heal People.”

The horses at LOHR are more than rescued animals. They are teachers, partners, healers, and survivors whose stories inspire hope, resilience, and connection every single day.

By attending this event, you directly support:

Daily care for 43 rescued horses
Equine-assisted learning and development programs
Youth and community outreach
Thoroughbred aftercare and lifelong sanctuary
Educational and wellness initiatives throughout the region

Sponsorship Opportunities

Interested in becoming a sponsor, vendor, or VIP host?

Join us in creating one of the Hudson Valley’s most meaningful summer celebrations while supporting accredited horse rescue and community wellness programming.

📍 Dover Plains
📅 Friday, July 24, 2026
⏰ 5:00 PM

Come celebrate the Year of the Horse, America’s 250th Anniversary, and the spirit of community with us under the summer sky.

Stars, Stripes & Sanctuary

An unforgettable summer celebration of music, community, rescued horses, and healing

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