Frank Gonzalez performs a lasso show for the crowd at the Parade of Breeds near the Equestrian Center at Pierce College in Woodland Hills, Calif. on Nov. 11, 2017. Photo: Deivid Beytayoub
The drill team (from left) Alexis Kiefer, Ana Quintanilla, Alyssa Larson and Sabrina Galasso, perform for the 8th Annual Parade of Breeds for Veterans Day, held at the Pierce College Equestrian Center in Woodland Hills, Calif. On Nov. 11, 2017. Photo: Samantha Bravo
Rows of colorful horse shoes sit displayed on a table at the Parade of Breeds near the Equestrian Center at Pierce College in Woodland Hills, Calif. on Nov. 11, 2017. Photo: Damiesha Williams
Makayla Cozatt rides her horse for the barrel races for the 8th Annual Parade of Breeds, held at the Pierce College Equestrian Center in Woodland Hills, Calif. On Nov. 11, 2017. Photo: Samantha Bravo
The drill team performs for the 8th Annual Parade of Breeds for Veterans Day, held at the Pierce College Equestrian Center in Woodland Hills, Calif. On Nov. 11, 2017. Photo: Samantha Bravo
Stephanie Arnold and her 10-year-old Friesian horse pose in between events at the Parade of Breeds near the Equestrian Center at Pierce College in Woodland Hills, Calif. on Nov. 11, 2017. Photo: Deivid Beytayoub
As horses gallop one by one through the arena, their cascading and colorful manes wow the crowd at the eighth annual Parade of Breeds. The free event was hosted by Patricia Warner and the equine students at the Equestrian Center on Oct. 11, 2017.
The event began with audience members guessing the breed of the horses and enjoying food and refreshments.
Attendees observed a variety of talents put on by experienced horse riders, who participated in trick roping and barrel racing activities.
Trick roping cowboy Franco Gonzalez showcased his lassoing skills before an audience of enthralled spectators.
Children enjoyed a petting zoo, face painting and craft table in addition to various photobooths.
The Equestrian Center hosted a performance from the drill team as they held wind-swept American flags while they rode in tandem, paying tribute to the troops during Veterans Day weekend.
