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The children we serve are incredibly resilient, and our Farm and its animals aid in their therapy.
A growing equine therapy program is available to BGHNC youth and area residents who wish to learn about the care, and keeping of horses. Our Equine Therapy and Events Coordinator Amanda Thompson is certified in the Eagala Model of professional standards for incorporating horses into mental health treatment. Click here to learn more about our Equine Therapy Program.
The Benton/BTS Arena & Exhibition Center features:
- 110' x 265' covered arena
- Seating capacity for 1,800
- 120' x 200' lighted, outdoor arena
- 100' x 150' outdoor arena
- Fully integrated sound system
- Climate controlled office for event staff
- On-site wi-fi accessibility
- 165 stalls
- Restrooms and bath houses
- 15 camper hookups with water, electricity and sewer
- 51 camper hookups with water and electricity
- Trailer parking
- A concession stand with full menu
- Metal barrels for barrel racing
- Obstacle course
- Poles for pole bending
- Jump standards and poles
- Ample parking
For pricing related to events or boarding, please contact Amanda Thompson -- 910-640-9852 or amanda.thompson@bghnc.org
To inquire about booking the exhibition center or reserving a camper spot, please contact Amanda Thompson here or at amanda.thompson@bghnc.org
View the 2026 Arena Calendar
The Benton/BTS Arena & Exhibition Center at the Boys and Girls Homes of North Carolina hosts a variety of events throughout the year.
All 2026 shows are subject to change due to schedule and weather conditions.
- March 20-22 -- Southern Farm Days
- March 28-30 -- Stephanie Linsley of Infinity Horsemanship Clinic
- April 4-5 -- Southeastern NC Game Show Series
- April 11-12 -- Carolina Paint Horse Club
- April 24-25 -- Rodeo by Thomas Linton (pending)
- May 1-3 -- Plantation Pleasure Walking Horse Association of NC (PPWHA NC)
- May 9 -- Southeastern NC Game Show Series
- May 15-17 -- 4H District Horse Show
- May 22-24 -- RC Motors Car Races
- June 6 -- Southeastern NC Game Show
- Sept. 19 -- Southeastern NC Game Show
- Oct. 10-- Southeastern NC Game Show Series
- Oct. 16-17 -- Annual TL Rodeo
- Oct. 23-25 - Celebration of Horse-Human Relationship (MMJ)
- Oct. 30 -- Halloween Safe Night
- Nov. 13-15 -- Da Bomb Barrel Race
- Nov. 28 -- Southeastern NC Game Show Series
- Dec. 3-6 -- RC Motors Car Races
- Dec. 19 -- Southeastern NC Game Show Series
