Looking for Christmas gift inspiration for the horse lover in your life? Lucky for you, our members have just what you need right in their gift shops. We’ve split up the list of gift ideas by…
- Horse racing enthusiasts
- Proud Kentuckians
- Casual equine fans
- Youngest horse lovers
Whatever category you identify with, we have just the thing for you and your shopping list. And don’t forget – a tour in Horse Country always makes for a lovely gift too!
Lane’s End Farm
Stallion Hat | $35
Represent your favorite Lane’s End Farm stallion with these stylish ball caps adorned with the horse’s name as well as their racing silks! Choose from superstars like Flightline, Union Rags, Quality Road and more. Check out their online gift shop here.
Interested in a tour? While Lane’s End isn’t offering public tours this winter…brrrrr… be sure to subscribe to our newsletter to find out when 2024 dates are released.
Godolphin
Leather Nameplate Keychain | $25
These leather nameplate keychains are an homage to the classic leather and brass nameplate halters worn by horses on and off of the track. Keep track of your keys and show off your love for your favorite Darley Stallion with this keychain! Be sure to check out the Godolphin Online Shop for merch displaying the iconic Godolphin blue, or the names of some of the best stallions in Kentucky.
Book your tour of Jonabell Farm to see these big names in person, and learn all about the daily life of a top breeding stallion.
Horse Country
Horse Country Member Hats | $30
You’ll think of your favorite #VisitHorseCountry experience every time you put on this hat! These wicking caps are available with our member logos, as well as the Horse Country logo on the side.
The Horse Country online shop features hats, apparel, goods for the home and more. Bring a bit of the Bluegrass home via our website.
WinStar Farm
Women’s Quilted Jacket | $75
WinStar Farm has a great selection of hats and apparel from their star studded stallion roster, but we just had to share this quilted jacket! It’s trendy and feels like part of a WinStar uniform – so if they’re your team, then kit up! Check out this jacket and more on their online gift shop here.
Hallway Feeds
Kentucky Horse-y Shirt | $10
Not only do our pals at Hallway Feeds make some of the best horse feed you can find, their merch store is top tier. This t-shirt brings together all things equine in the shape of Kentucky, if you ask us, it doesn’t get much better than that!
Check out the Hallway Feeds online store here (we also highly recommend their granola) or book your tour to visit and stop by the store in person.
Spendthrift Farm
1937 Blue Long Sleeve | $37
This classic t-shirt honors the storied history of Spendthrift Farm, one that dates back over 100 years and is closely intertwined with the sport of racing in Kentucky.
If you join for a tour a Spendthrift you can shop in their Visitors Center – book here! They will also be open for special holiday hours, which can be requested here. Tour tickets are required to shop in Visitors Center.
Horse Country
Matted Prints | $18+
Bring the beauty of the Bluegrass into your home with matted prints featuring some of Kentucky’s most beautiful horse farms. Captured by local photographer Mary Jane Speer, these prints make the perfect addition to any home or office space for the proud Kentuckian.
The Horse Country online shop features hats, apparel, goods for the home and more.
Keeneland
Silks Rocks Glass, Set of 4 | $55
Kentucky is known for two things, our horses and our bourbon, and we’ve found the perfect item to combine the two! These rocks glasses from Keeneland feature beautifully engraved racing silks, and would pair great with your favorite Kentucky bourbon. These glasses are just one of the many great items found at the Keeneland shop, make your last minute purchases online or in person at Keeneland Racecourse and the Keeneland Mercantile in Downtown Lexington.
Psst…. we recommend taking a tour with the Kentucky Bourbon Trail to see how your favorite spirits are made
Mill Ridge Farm
Mill Ridge Farm Foal Tag | $23
This subtle nod to the foal tags worn by mares and their babies is a cute addition to your keys, backpack and more. Choose from Mill Ridge’s 36 grade one winners, as well as farm favorite mares, stallions and others.
Mill Ridge offers tours seven days a week, which includes a visit to their gift shop! Pick out your favorite foal tag, or score some other Mill Ridge-themed merch while you’re there.
Darley America
Goodr Sunglasses | $35
These casually-branded sunglasses are polarized, no-slip, and stylish featuring the well-known Darley logo. Horse Country tours feature lots of time outdoors, and you’ll want to keep the sun out of your eyes while enjoying the Bluegrass!
Be sure to check out the Godolphin Online Shop for merch displaying the iconic Godolphin blue, or the names of some of the best stallions in Kentucky.
Keeneland
Sweet Feed Soy Candle | $25
All horse girls + guys know that one of the best scents is the smell of sweet feed. Since we can’t always have an open container of sweet feed in our house, this candle brings the smell of a horse farm into your home. This Kentucky-themed candle is just one of the many great items found at the Keeneland shop, make your last minute purchases online or in person at Keeneland Racecourse and the Keeneland Mercantile in Downtown Lexington.
VisitLex
BigLex Merch | Various Prices
BigLex is the beloved equine mascot of the city of Lexington, based off of a portrait of the famed stallion and racehorse Lexington. The blue icon can be found on t-shirts, mugs, stickers and more at the Lexington Visitor’s Center in Downtown.
WinStar Farm
Dream Big Toddler Tee | $21
Inspire the youngest racing fan in you family to dream big with this precious t-shirt from WinStar Farm, featuring their iconic Dream Big logo and a sweet foal.
Check out the Winstar Farm online store for more apparel and accessories centered around their top horses.
Keeneland
J is for Justify | $27.98
Travel through the alphabet from American Pharoah to Zenyatta with this colorful book by author Lesley A.J. Baumann. You’ll create some new young racing fans as you read through famous racehorses and their tales of victory, strength and beauty.
This book is just one of the many great items found at the Keeneland shop, make your last minute purchases online or in person at Keeneland Racecourse and the Keeneland Mercantile in Downtown Lexington.
Horse Country
Foal Country Onesie | $18
We’re biased, but we adore this onesie for the youngin’s in your life! This onesie is available in sizes from 6 to 24 months for those foal obsessed families.
The Horse Country online shop features hats, apparel, goods for the home and more. Bring a bit of the Bluegrass home via our website.
Godolphin
Godolphin Horse Stuffed Animal | $16.99
Easier to care for and more affordable than a real horse, this stuffed animal from Godolphin is the next best thing! He’s sporting a blue Godolphin blanket just like their famed racehorses.
Be sure to check out the Godolphin Online Shop for merch displaying the iconic Godolphin blue, or the names of some of the best stallions in Kentucky.
