8th Annual Futurity
Friday & Saturday, June 19th & 20th, 2026
Location
Event will be held at Kent country Youth Fair
13801 Cascade Road SE, Lowell. MI
This event is an official National Longhorn Futurity Race qualifying event.
NLFR
Grand Champion Heifer $1000
Reserve Grand Champion $500
Grand Champion Bull $1000
Reserve Grand Champion $500
Are you looking to learn more about Texas Longhorn Cattle?
Are you looking to gain more exposure to your breeding program?
Are you looking to learn more about Futurities without spending a lot of money and traveling across the country?
Are you looking for a family fun summer event?
Are you looking to compete against some of the best breeding programs in the Country?
If you answered yes to any of the above questions than the GLTLA Futurity is perfect for you. Come join us for our 6th annual event. We look forward to seeing old and new faces.
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
Friday
Cattle & Logistics
· Cattle unloading: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
· ALL cattle must be on-site by 8:00 PM
· Early arrival needed? Contact Josh at 616-212-8226 to make arrangements.
· Camping: If you plan to bring a camper, please let Josh know in advance.
Entertainment & Food
· Bar opens: 3:00 PM
· Live music: 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM
· Food vendors: 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM
· Five Dog Star
· Fat Guys Burgers
Saturday
Food Vendors
· MR. P Cheesesteaks — 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM (breakfast sandwiches & coffee available)
· Five Dog Star — 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Futurity Show
· Show starts: 10:00 AM
· We have 145 entries! We anticipate the show wrapping up between 2:00–3:00 PM.
· Awards ceremony will follow immediately after the show.
· Cattle load-out begins directly after awards (~4:00 PM)
· A team will be on-site until 6:00 PM to support load-out. After 6:00 PM, participants are responsible for loading their own animals.
Evening
· Based on feedback from volunteers and participants, we will NOT be tearing down Saturday evening. This allows those staying the night to relax and visit.
· There are many ranches within an hour of the event with tours happening Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. If you'd like to visit a ranch, contact Josh to get connected.
Sunday
· All cattle must be off-site by 5:00 PM. Pens will begin to be disassembled Sunday afternoon.
· Need more time? Several area ranches have availability to hold cattle. Contact us if you don't have arrangements and we can help.
Hotel Options:
Group Rates $144 per Night
Holiday Inn Express & Suites
Room Block - "Longhorn"
Grand Rapids - Airport South
616-512-8222
4888 Town Center DR SE. Grand Rapids, MI 49512
Heifer Classes
Class 1: August-September 2025
Class 2: June-July 2025
Class 3: May 2025
Class 4: April 2025
Class 5: January-March 2025
Class 6: September-December 2024
Class 7: May-August 2024
Class 8: January-April 2024
Class 9: October - December 2023
Bull classes
Class 10: July - September 2025
Class 11: April - June 2025
Class 12: January - March 2025
Class 13: September- December 2024
Class 14: May-August 2024
Class 15: January - April 2024
Class 16: October – December 2023