Saddle Up!

Saddle Up! We impact lives of children and young adults with disabilities through equine assisted therapy. Saddle Up!

is the oldest and largest program in the region and the only program in Middle Tennessee that exclusively serves children and youth with disabilities.

Saddle Up! staff and volunteers ensure that our herd is in tip top shop in advance of our Summer Session. Vaccinations,...
06/03/2026

Saddle Up! staff and volunteers ensure that our herd is in tip top shop in advance of our Summer Session. Vaccinations, de-worming, dental care and a weigh-in all help guarantee the health and well-being of our therapy horses.

Saddle Up! Herd Facts:
We have 28 incredible therapy horses
Cost of hay, feed and healthcare for 2025: $429,755
Direct cost of one horse: $15,348
Total number of annual volunteer hours devoted to horse care: 4,100

Donors help offset these costs by making donations specific to herd care or by sponsoring a horse for a year. Learn more at www.saddleupnashville.org/how-you-can-help/

It takes a village, and what a village we have.A heartfelt THANK YOU to the incredible volunteers who helped make the 38...
05/31/2026

It takes a village, and what a village we have.

A heartfelt THANK YOU to the incredible volunteers who helped make the 38th Annual Music Country Grand Prix presented by such a success. From parking cars and greeting guests to setting up, tearing down, assisting sponsors, supporting the silent auction, and ensuring every detail was covered, you showed up with enthusiasm, dedication, and servant hearts.

Because of your generosity of time and talent, hundreds of guests were able to enjoy an unforgettable day while supporting Saddle Up!’s mission of providing life-changing opportunities for children and young adults with disabilities through the power of the horse.

This event simply would not happen without you. Thank you for being part of our Saddle Up! family and for helping create meaningful experiences for our riders, families, volunteers, and herd.

You are the reason our mission continues to move forward.

05/30/2026

🐎 The 38th Annual Music Country Grand Prix presented by is TODAY! 🏆

Join us at for an unforgettable afternoon of world-class show jumping, family fun, great food and drinks, and a chance to make a difference in the lives of children and young adults with disabilities.

☀️ Rain or Shine, the show goes on!
🎟️ General Admission Tickets Available at the Gate
📍 Brownland Farm | Franklin, TN

Every ticket purchased helps support Saddle Up!’s mission of providing therapeutic, educational, and recreational equine-assisted services to children and young adults with disabilities. Your attendance helps fund adaptive riding lessons, therapy services, herd care, volunteer training, and the life-changing experiences that happen every day on our 34-acre farm.

Come cheer on the riders, enjoy an incredible day of competition, and support a future where every child has the opportunity to grow in confidence, independence, and joy through the power of the horse.

We’ll see you at the Grand Prix! 🐴💙

This Memorial Day, we pause to honor and remember the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our country...
05/25/2026

This Memorial Day, we pause to honor and remember the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our country. 🇺🇸

At Saddle Up!, we are grateful for the freedoms we enjoy because of their sacrifice. Today, we reflect with gratitude, respect, and remembrance.

As we gather with family and friends, may we take a moment to honor those who made it possible—and hold their legacy close.

Wishing our Saddle Up! community a meaningful Memorial Day.

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Register now, browse and bid! The **2026 Music Country Grand Prix Auction is OPEN** and closes Saturday, May 30 at 6:00 ...
05/25/2026

Register now, browse and bid! The **2026 Music Country Grand Prix Auction is OPEN** and closes Saturday, May 30 at 6:00 pm. We have a fabulous selection of items to win including dream getaways, airline tickets, signed guitars by Music City’s elite, jewelry, art, spa packages and more! The Silent Auction is a big part of what makes Music Country Grand Prix the most important fundraiser for Saddle Up! and we are grateful for your support!

Text MCGP26 to 76278 to register and browse or go to https://MCGP26.givesmart.com

You DO NOT need to be present to win (but we hope to see you there!)

We are proud to recognize our Red Ribbon Sponsors for the 38th Annual Music Country Grand Prix presented by Tractor Supp...
05/23/2026

We are proud to recognize our Red Ribbon Sponsors for the 38th Annual Music Country Grand Prix presented by Tractor Supply Co.! 🏇🎀

A special thank you to Chef's Market and Diversified Trust Co. for their support of this incredible event and their commitment to helping Saddle Up! continue changing lives.
Because of community partners like these, children and young adults with disabilities have the opportunity to build confidence, independence, connection, and joy through the life-changing power of horses.

As we celebrate 35 years of impact, we are grateful to stand alongside organizations that believe in creating brighter futures for our riders and families.

Thank you for helping make the Music Country Grand Prix possible and for supporting a future where All Children Are Equal in the Saddle! 🐴💙

📅 May 30
📍 Brownland Farm

A round of applause for Pinnacle Financial Partners, our Reserve Champion Sponsor for the 38th Annual Music Country Gran...
05/22/2026

A round of applause for Pinnacle Financial Partners, our Reserve Champion Sponsor for the 38th Annual Music Country Grand Prix presented by Tractor Supply Co.! 🏇🐴

Pinnacle Financial Partners continues to invest in our community in meaningful ways, and their support helps Saddle Up! create life-changing opportunities for children and young adults with disabilities through therapeutic, educational, and recreational activities with horses.

As we celebrate 35 years of impact, partners like Pinnacle help ensure more riders experience confidence, connection, independence, and joy.

Thank you for helping make this incredible event possible and for standing alongside Saddle Up! as we build a future where All Children Are Equal in the Saddle.

📅 May 30
📍 Brownland Farm

The countdown is on for the 38th Annual Music Country Grand Prix presented by and we are grateful for the incredible pa...
05/21/2026

The countdown is on for the 38th Annual Music Country Grand Prix presented by and we are grateful for the incredible partners helping make this event possible!

A special thank you to our Blue Ribbon Sponsors whose support helps Saddle Up! continue creating life-changing opportunities for children and young adults with disabilities through the power of the horse.

🏇 Join us as top riders, community supporters, and horse lovers come together for an evening benefiting Saddle Up! and celebrating 35 years.

Thank you for helping us build a future where All Children Are Equal in the Saddle! 🐴💙

We are proud to recognize Gensler as the Hunter Jumper Sponsor for the 38th Annual Music Country Grand Prix presented by...
05/20/2026

We are proud to recognize Gensler as the Hunter Jumper Sponsor for the 38th Annual Music Country Grand Prix presented by Tractor Supply Co.🐴🏆

GENSLER is doing more than supporting this incredible event. They are helping design the future of Saddle Up! as the architect leading our transformational expansion project.

Together, we are creating spaces intentionally designed for the children and young adults we serve, including:
✨ Expanded therapy spaces
✨ A multi-sensory room
✨ Equine Assisted Learning classroom space
✨ A purpose-built volunteer center
✨ Family-centered gathering areas
✨ An 18,000+ sq. ft. covered arena to increase access and reduce wait times

Their vision and partnership are helping us build a future where more riders can experience confidence, connection, growth, and the life-changing power of horses.

Thank you, GENSLER, for investing in our mission and helping shape what comes next for Saddle Up!

Address

1549 Old Hillsboro Road
Franklin, TN
37069

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 7pm
Tuesday 9am - 7pm
Wednesday 9am - 7pm
Thursday 9am - 7pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
Saturday 8am - 4pm

Telephone

+16157941150

Website

https://linktr.ee/saddleup

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