Sale Weekend Information

Below is the schedule for the weekend along with information about each day. Whether you're new to the horse sale scene or are a veteran buyer, we have you covered! If you have any questions, please contact our Sale Office at 307-302-2090.

NEW in 2026

The Stray Gathering Competition will be two teams of two competing at the same time. Each team will have a limit of three loops and must head, heel, and tie a steer down. The team with the fastest time will win.

This is meant to be a fun competition that gives consignors the opportunity to show off their horses’ real-world ability, handle, and versatility while giving buyers something exciting to watch and enjoy during the Meet & Greet Dinner sponsored by Miller Family Horses.

Schedule

Please note the new times and schedule format for the 2026 Sundance Select Sale!

Thursday, Aug 27

8am - 8pm : Horse Check In

Please have all paperwork including coggins, health certificates, brand inspections, and registration papers in order at the time of check in. Each stall will have two bags of shavings provided. If you will need additional shavings, please contact the sale office. Additional bags of shavings are $8 each. If you need to check in early, will need additional stalls, or will have additional horses staying through Saturday, please contact the sale office as soon as possible.

Friday, Aug 28

8 AM : Late Horse Check In

If you have bathed your horses and need them renumbered, this is also the time to get that done. No horse will be allowed into the preview or the sale ring that is not numbered.

8 AM - 12 PM : Open Arena

This is a time for you to see the horses, try the horses, and speak with consignors.

12 - 1 PM : Trail Course Preview

The Trail Course Preview will be streamed live to our Facebook page, Sundance Select Horse Sale.

1 - 4 PM : Formal Preview

The Formal Preview will be done in lot number order starting with number 1 with two horses previewing at the same time. Each group of two will have two minutes to preview their horse. This preview will be streamed live to our Facebook Page.

4 - 5 PM : Team Roping Preview

Team Roping Preview will be in no particular order. During this session you will be limited to two runs. This preview will be streamed live to our Facebook Page.

5 - 6 PM : Stray Gathering Competition

The Stray Gathering Competition will be two teams of two. Each team will have a limit of three loops and must head, heel, and tie a

steer down. The team with the fastest time will win.

6 PM : Meet & Greet Dinner, Sponsored by The Miller Family

This dinner is free to the public thanks to The Miller Family. This is a time to meet with consignors in a more laid-back environment. The dinner will happen near the arena so consignors and buyers alike can enjoy all of the fun happening in the arena.

6 - 7 PM : 2nd Team Roping Preview

Second portion of the Team Roping Preview will tentatively follow the conclusion of the Stray Gathering Competition.

Saturday, Aug 29

8 - 10 AM : Open Arena

This is a time for you to see the horses, try the horses, and speak with consignors one final time before the sale begins!

10 AM : Sale Time

The sale will begin at 10 AM MST. in lot order starting with Hip 1. If you would like to watch the sale, you can tune in on Live-Ag. If you purchase a horse from the sale, you must settle up with the office at the conclusion of the sale. If you will be needing the horse delivered to you, please get with the sale office to coordinate hauling with one of the haulers attending the sale.

Sunday, Aug 31st

8am - 8pm : Check-Out

All horses need to be removed from the Crooks County Fairgrounds no later than 8pm on Sunday. If you purchased a horse and are needing it to stay additional days, please inform the sale office as soon as you aware it will need to be staying so the sale company can be sure to have it cared for.

What To Expect

First time horse buyer? Never been to an auction? Have no clue what to do when online bidding? Have no fear, we're here to help! We've been in your shoes. We've felt the mix of excitement and anxiety that can come with buying a new horse at a sake and we are here to make August 30th the best possible and stress-free "Gotcha Day" for you and your new purchase!

Veteran buyer? Experienced bidder? Our sale is for you too! We can't wait for you to experience all the Sundance Select Horse Sale has to offer; from the beautiful venue to the family-friendly ranch and performance horses offered, Sundance Select Horse Sale is a sale like no other.

BEFORE Sale Weekend

Contact Consignors - Ask questions (be honest about your abilities and what you need), try horses the at their homes, view vet reports if available, schedule your own PPE if you would like one.
Make reservations to visit Sundance, WY for the sale. Go to Visit Sundance for more information.
Keep an eye on our Facebook Page. Like and follow us here. Important updates and announcements will be posted to our Facebook page along with lots of content of the horses in the sale.

Ways To Bid

In-Person - Online via Live-Ag - Phone Bidding

August 28-29 (In Person Bidders)

The Sale Office is open to the public at 10AM Friday and 9AM Saturday.
Upon arrival, head to the Sale Office. On Friday, August 28th it will be located at the concession building by the arena. On Saturday, August 30th the sale office will be located at the AG Barn next to the sale ring (large brown building with white roof next to playground).
Sign a Rider's Waiver. If you plan to ride any horses Friday or Saturday, this is required.
Head over to the barns to meet the horses of the 2026 Sundance Select Horse Sale!
Horses are available to try until 6:00pm Friday and until 9:00am Saturday (signed waiver required).
Watch the scheduled previews Friday from 10:00am-6:00pm.
Saturday, find a seat in the stands or bring your own lawn chair to set up next to the ring. The Auction will start at 1:00PM MST.
You must be registered to bid in person by 12pm on August 29th.
If this is your first time bidding, find a staff member and let us know. We're here to help you! The process is really quite simple and will be explained clearly before the auction begins.

August 28-29 (Online and Phone Bidders)

Follow updates from Day 1 of the weekend on our Facebook page here.
Watch the previews Friday, August 28th from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM on our Facebook page.
Online - Log onto Live-Ag and be ready to bid.
Phone - Expect a call from a sale representative 2-3 horses before your hip number of interest.

I'm the high bidder! Now what?

In-Person Buyers - Head to the sale office and settle your tab. Payment by cash, personal check (please have your driver's license available) or bank wire is accepted. If you plan to pay with a credit card, please notify our staff at check in and please be aware there is a 3% convenience fee. If you are paying ny wire transfer, the wire must be done the Monday morning following the sale. Any horse being paid for by wire transfer will not be released until wire is received.
Phone and Online Buyers - Expect a phone call within moments of your winning bid! Please keep your phone handy.
All buyers will be asked how their horse will be traveling home. There will be several on-site haulers to assist with hauling needs. All horses must be removed by 12pm Sunday, August 31st unless other arrangements with the sale office have been made.
While in the office, consider purchasing equine insurance with Michaela Sutter - Licensed Agent for Remuda Insurance. We strongly encourage all buyers to immediately insure their purchases.
Your horse will have everything he or she needs to travel home. A CVI (health papers), Coggins, and new halter are provided with every horse!
You must have a paid invoice in order to load out. Invoices will be checked at the trailer departure gate. Horses may leave Saturday night or stay in their stall until noon Sunday at no charge. Sale Management will insure all horses are taken care of following the sale.
Buyers paying by wire transfer must stable over Sunday night until transfer can be completed Monday morning.