easy
1 hour
Suitable for children ages 4+ and adults with basic mobility; minimal physical exertion required.
Celebrate childhood milestones with Birthday Lead-Line Rides at Sagehill Stables in Winnipeg. This hands-on equestrian party offers safe, guided pony rides inside a weather-proof arena that's perfect any time of year.
Starting at $225 • Ages 4+ • 1 Hour Slots • Have your child's birthday at Sagehill Stables!
1 Hour Slots
If Choosing Fire Shack or Indoor Room, you will get the space for 30 minutes before your party to decorate and up to 2 hours after your one-hour ride is finished!
Lead-line rides is a fun event for groups of kids or adults!
Ideal for kids ages 4 to 12, but open to all ages (even adult parties!). Kids under 4 can ride but need to wear a helmet and have an adult side-walker.
Riders take turn on 3 different horses, led in-hand (participants do not ride on their own).
We use horses of various sizes (depending on the age of the riders) - not just ponies!
All riding is done indoors so no need to worry about the weather (note: arena's are not heated or air conditioned so participants need to dress accordingly).
Lead-Line Party for 10 riders: 1 hour of rides. Additional riders up to a max of 20 riders.
The 1-hr time-slot includes:
Current Time-slots for Winter/Spring 2024
*Use the booking calendar below to put a non-refundable $50 deposit on a time-slot of your choice. We will contact you once booked to determine the rest of your party details including room rental options and additional riders.
You can arrive 30 minutes before your riding starts to decorate your room or the fire shack! Please bring your own food and drinks and utensils and disposable table clothes are recommended for the tables. Tables and chairs included for up to 50 guests in the indoor room.
Wood and starting the fire is included in the fire shack rental, and seating for up to 20 people around the fire and 2 tables for food and gifts. Guests need to bring their own roasting sticks if roasting hot-dogs or marshmallows (Fire-Shack not recommended November through March
Safety and What to Wear All guests entering the barn must have closed toed shoes (no sandals or flats). For riders, long pants or jeans in the summer are suitable (no shorts or bare legs). In the winter, winter boots, winter jacket, gloves and hats are appropriate (arena is heated to 0 degrees in the winter). Helmets are mandatory and will be provided or riders can bring their own equestrian certified helmet. There is NO SMOKING anywhere on the property. Please ask your guests to smoke in their vehicles and dispose of cigarette buts in their vehicles. There are lots of flammable materials around horse stables and high risk and danger of fires. All guests must sign a copy of a liability release before riding. Please ensure if parents are dropping off kids that they sign a waiver at drop-off or in advance
Although indoors, the arena is not heated or air-conditioned—layer clothing seasonally to stay comfortable.
All riders must wear helmets; Sagehill provides equestrian-certified helmets, or bring your own for safety and fit.
For safety around horses and stables, wearing closed-toed shoes is mandatory—no sandals or open footwear allowed.
Parties can include up to 20 riders; keep this in mind when planning your guest list to ensure smooth scheduling.
Winnipeg has a rich equestrian history tied to agricultural fairs and local ranching traditions, reflected in Sagehill's family-run stable atmosphere.
Sagehill Stables emphasizes smoke-free grounds and minimal environmental disturbance to protect horses and maintain stable safety.
Protect your feet and meet safety requirements in the stable environment.
Sagehill provides helmets, but bringing a properly fitted one is encouraged for comfort and safety.
Protect legs during riding and grooming in all seasons, including summer.
summer specific
Indoor arena temperatures can vary; layering helps riders stay comfortable throughout the visit.
fall specific