Here is the link to RSVP and pay for tickets: https://forms.gle/BM9N1mNQDUpksyNKA
We are continuing the tradition we started last year, except moving the time up a little bit. Everything else will be the same, including the amazing food from Garozzo's!
Join us for an unforgettable evening at the Midwinter Celebration on January 24, 2026, at the beautiful Gamber Community Center in Lee's Summit, Missouri! You do not have to be a member to attend! Bring your friends and family - we have a spacious area and can seat 120 guests!
Doors Open: 6:00 PM
Dinner Served: 6:30 PM
Address: 4 SE Independence Ave, Lee's Summit, MO 64063
https://maps.app.goo.gl/6FaoQFohGbcC8EH6A
Indulge in a delectable dinner catered by Garozzo's Ristorante, featuring their renowned Chicken Spiedini! We will have a cash bar with service by Embrace the Grape.
Tickets:
Adults: $30
Children 10 & Under: $15
Highlights of the Evening:
High Point Awards and Volunteer Awards
Exciting Raffles and Door Prizes
Don't miss out on this delightful event!

Once again we are privileged to have the special donation of a “Winners Choice” 24x36 or 24x30 canvas stretch print by world renown photographer April Visel!
Her photographs have been featured on the covers of many publications and there are so many iconic photos it’s hard to narrow down some of my favorite examples of her incredible work! We are beyond grateful to have her contribution to our event!
The winner can choose from images on her website or Facebook. You have to attend to win!
Generously donated by Al Shakur Stud is a breeding right to the amazing US National Champion Jazzaa Aljassimya!!!
Raffle tickets will be sold for $10 each. They can be purchased ahead online. PM me for the link. They can also be purchased in person. The more tickets you buy, the more you help support the club so we can continue to put on shows and the more opportunities you’ll have to win!! Good luck to all!
Making your breeding decisions? Look at this beauty, Jazzaa Aljassimya (WH Justice x Toscana PGA by Khadraj NA+++/). A fabulous example of the versatility of the Arabian! He’s Sweepstakes, AWPA and a Scottsdale Signature nominated stallion!!
A National Champion in the extremely huge, competitive Western Pleasure Futurity along with multiple titles in halter! He’s also produced a Supreme Gold halter champion!! He has amazing offspring in the USA and overseas! He can do it all!
We have 3 large raffle baskets generous donation by Spectrum Arabians:
1) oHrse necessities basket for horses & their humans
2) Wine basket and wine items
3) KC Teams Basket. A blend of Royals, Chiefs & KC Current teams swag
Thank you to Sharon True for her generous donation for several different gift cards. We plan to get Faulkner's Saddlery, Amazon & Texas Roadhouse gift cards.

Sydney Brewer has been honored with the prestigious Member of the Year Award, recognizing her exceptional dedication and commitment to the GKCAHA club. Since joining the club meetings in 2022, Sydney quickly rose to the position of vice president and eventually became president in 2024. She has played a pivotal role in organizing events, horse shows, and introducing innovative ideas to attract more members to the club. Additionally, Sydney serves as the youth coordinator, where she initiated an annual hippology competition at the Mokan Border Bonanza and established a youth scholarship that allows a first-time rider to participate for free at the Longview show. Her unwavering efforts and humble dedication make her a truly deserving recipient of this award.

This year's Golden Pitchfork Award goes to Austin Brewer, husband of GKCAHA president Sydney Brewer. The award celebrates individuals who do not show or ride horses but contribute significantly to the club through volunteerism and event participation. Austin's dedication is evident in his many hours of service, including setting up and managing the Hippology competition at the MoKan Border Bonanza, driving the water truck and drag at the Longview show, and helping with the setup for the Midwinter Celebration. His invaluable efforts have greatly supported the club and its activities, making him a deserving recipient of the Golden Pitchfork Award. !

Josie Carrera had an incredible year with her two horses! Josie won
Josie's horses Twistafortune JB won the Overall High Point Horse- Champion and ACA Bakarra won the Overall High Point Horse - Reserve Champion!
Josie finished the evening by winning the prestigious Overall High Point Youth award - a traveling trophy with her name joining all the names of the previous winners.

Brayden Bishop and his horse Justa Khool Jem won the Western category!

Liz Gingrich won a $150 Equine Massage, Saddle Fit, and Pulse PEMF donated generously by Rhonda Martin at Equine Mechanix!

Tristan Flood won a basket of backyard essentials graciously donated by our GKCAHA Board members!

Muffet Eskra won a custom logo created by Augusta Hammock! Her artwork has been used in the design for the Keystone Experience and Breeding Pays Futurity logos among many others. Such amazing designs such as the East Coast Egyptian Classic, Arab Horse Couture Magazine and custom logos such as the gorgeous one for the stallion Viktorius and her fabulous stallion O’Sherlock!

This prize was a bidder's choice of a stretched canvas print by renowned photographer April Visel. Shelby Williams was our winner!

Just in time for the AFC Championship Game - Karen Schultz won the coveted Chiefs cooler bucket that everyone wanted! This item was generously donate by members of the GKCAHA Board of Directors.

Cassie Krahenbuhl also won a $150 Equine Massage, Saddle Fit, and Pulse PEMF donated generously by Rhonda Martin at Equine Mechanix!

Jeanna Clanton won this well timed Valentines Day basket. She was "in love" with all the cool things inside!
Martha Hartley
Mike Grimm
Julie Flood and family
April Visel
Rhonda Martin - Equine Mechanix
Augusta Hammock