Skip to main content
Thursday, October 29, 2026Oct 29

This story is free to read.

Home of the walking horse

photo The opening ceremony begins at the Tennessee Walking Horse National Celebration in Shelbyville. (AP Photo/The Tennessean, Mandy Lunn, File)

Shelbyville and Wartrace give Bedford County, Tenn., a host of attractions that draw visitors from across the nation and world. From horse lovers to music or MoonPie fans, there’s something for everyone.

— Compiled by staff writer Todd South

BEST THING TO DO

For Those With 2 Legs and 4 — Shelbyville holds the annual Tennessee Walking Horse National Celebration each summer during the 11 days and nights leading up to Labor Day.

• This is the premiere competition for the breed.