NO PURCHASE NECESSARY TO ENTER OR WIN. A PURCHASE WILL NOT IMPROVE YOUR CHANCES OF WINNING.
OFFICIAL CONTEST RULES
Contest Period: This contest begins on 11-01-2025 and ends on 12-01-2025 at 11:59 PM CST.
1. ELIGIBILITY
Open to Texas residents 18+ who are event planners, coordinators, city officials, or authorized event representatives. Events must be within 50 miles of Elgin, TX (Austin and surrounding areas). Employees of Hooves and Horns TX and immediate family members are not eligible.
2. HOW TO ENTER
Complete ALL requirements:
- Submit this online entry form with accurate event information
- Like/Follow Hooves and Horns TX Facebook page (@HoovesAndHornsATX)
- Publicly share the contest post on Facebook
- Tag 3 friends in the contest post comments
Entry Limit: One entry per event. Multiple entries for the same event will be disqualified.
3. PRIZE DETAILS
Five (5) Winners Will Receive:
- Ben the Legendary Longhorn + one horse visit (up to 3 hours)
- Professional themed photo backdrop
- FREE transportation, setup, and cleanup
- Professional animal handlers and safety equipment
- Approximate Value: $1,200 per winner
Photo Services:
- FREE: Standing photos beside animals (attendees use own phones/cameras)
- $10 Optional: Mounted photos (sitting on animals) - Payment via Cash App, Venmo, or cash. Waiver required. This is paid directly to Hooves and Horns TX staff at the event.
4. WINNER SELECTION
Winners selected by [DATE] based on:
- Event size & community impact (40%)
- Event description quality (20%)
- Date flexibility (20%)
- Entry completion (20%)
Decisions by Hooves and Horns TX are final.
5. WINNER NOTIFICATION
Winners notified via email, phone, and Facebook announcement by 12-01-2025. Winners have 48 hours to respond or prize may be forfeited. Must sign Winner Confirmation and Liability Release within 7 days.
6. PRIZE RESTRICTIONS
- Event must be within 50 miles of Elgin, TX
- Requires minimum 20x20 ft clear space
- Weather dependent (see weather policy)
- Winner responsible for venue fees/permits
- No substitutions or cash equivalents
7. RELEASE OF LIABILITY
By entering, participants release Hooves and Horns TX, its owners, employees, and agents from ALL liability for injuries, losses, or damages arising from contest participation or prize acceptance/use, including animal interaction. Interaction with live animals carries inherent risks.
8. GENERAL CONDITIONS
By entering, participants agree to:
- Be bound by Official Rules
- Allow photography/video for marketing
- Grant rights to use name, likeness, and photos
- Ensure accuracy of information
- Understand mounted photos ($10) are optional paid service
- Ensure attendees sign waivers before mounting animals
9. WEATHER POLICY
Events are weather dependent. Unsafe conditions include: temperatures below 35°F or above 95°F, rain, storms, ice, or wind over 25 mph. Events will be rescheduled within contest timeframe if possible. If no alternate date available, prize forfeited with no compensation.
10. PRIVACY
Information used for contest administration and marketing. You may opt out of emails anytime. Data not sold to third parties.
11. SOCIAL MEDIA DISCLAIMER
This contest is not sponsored, endorsed, or administered by Facebook or Instagram. Participants release these platforms from all liability.
12. MODIFICATIONS
Hooves and Horns TX reserves the right to cancel, modify, or suspend contest if it cannot be completed as planned due to technical issues, fraud, or circumstances beyond control.
13. GOVERNING LAW
Contest governed by Texas law. Disputes resolved in Bastrop County, Texas courts. No class actions.
14. TAXES
Winners responsible for all taxes. IRS Form W-9 and 1099 required if prize exceeds $600.
15. SPONSOR
Hooves and Horns TX
Elgin, TX 78621
16. QUESTIONS
Contact Hooves and Horns TX at [email protected] or 737-667-4301 for questions about contest rules.<
