Two-time AQHA Racing world champion Danjer will join six others in the 2025 American Quarter Horse Hall of Fame induction September 12-13 in Amarillo, Texas.

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AMERICAN QUARTER HORSE ASSOCIATION–JUNE 17, 2025–Quarter Horse fans will come together in Amarillo, Texas, September 12- 13th to celebrate two-time AQHA racing world champion Danjer as he crosses the finish line, joining six others in the American Quarter Horse Hall of Fame.

The 2016 brown gelding, who is by FDD Dynasty and out of the Take Off Jess mare Shez Jess Toxic, had 22 firsts from 35 starts during his racing career and nearly $2.5 million earnings.

Danjer had a record 12 Grade 1 stakes wins at five different tracks, was the all-time leader of stakes wins with 16 at 440 yards, won at least one Grade 1 stakes at 440 yards in six consecutive years and won the AQHA Challenge Championship three times. 

This memorable weekend will be punctuated by the Dedication party on Friday, September 12th where inductee exhibits will be unveiled and a reception with live music will be hosted at the American Quarter Horse Hall of Fame & Museum. 

Saturday’s activities feature heart touching stories of Inductees and their representatives.  You won’t want to miss the opportunity to hear from Danjer’s owners, friends, and family alike about this much-loved horse. 

Finally, that evening, Danjer will take his place among the legends during the induction banquet to be held at the Embassy Suites Hotel.  Get a sneak peak of the Celebration by viewing the video linked here.

Join in the two-day celebration on Friday and Saturday, Sept 12th and 13th to honor the members of the class of 2025. Joining Danjer are Blair E. Folck, Robin Merrill, Nancy Cahill, Stan Weaver, Acadamosby Award and Allocate Your Assets. 

Get your early bird tickets for just $250 for the two-day event before July 1st.  Prices go up to $275 per person, so don’t miss out on these savings.  Plus, when you purchase an early bird ticket, you’ll be entered to win a 2-night stay at the Embassy Suites during the Celebration weekend.

For more information on the schedule of events and to purchase tickets, go to www.aqha.com/celebration or CLICK HERE.

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