Saturday, April 11, 2026 | 12:30 PM Kentucky Horse Park Visitor Center FREE & Open to the Public You know the jump, perched at the head of the lake, waiting for some of the greatest horses and riders in the world to soar over it. But have you ever wondered how those incredible fences actually come to […]
The Cosequin® Lexington CCI4*-S is an elite international eventing competition that takes place concurrently with the prestigious Defender Kentucky Three‑Day Event in Lexington, Kentucky each April. This four-star short format (denoted by “S”) includes the full triathlon of eventing disciplines—dressage, cross‑country, and show jumping—over a compact schedule designed to showcase athleticism, precision, and endurance Introduced in […]
The Kentucky International CSI5* is a premier show jumping competition held each April as part of the Defender Kentucky Three-Day Event. Originally introduced in 2018 as the Kentucky CSI3* Invitational Grand Prix, it was elevated to CSI5* status in 2025—the highest level in international show jumping. Now running alongside the longstanding CCI5*-L and CCI4*-S, it creates an unparalleled weekend of […]
The Defender Kentucky Three-Day Event is an eventing competition held at the Kentucky Horse Park in Lexington, Kentucky on the last weekend of April. Horse and rider duos compete at the highest level in the sport under the CCI5*-L designation. Prize money of $400,000 is distributed among the top placings. Although the event’s name […]
The Kentucky Horse Park will host a statue dedication ceremony honoring Funny Cide, the 2003 Kentucky Derby and Preakness Stakes winner, on Thursday, April 30, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. The ceremony will take place at the park’s iconic Hall of Champions barn, where Funny Cide spent his retirement and delighted fans for 15 years. Funny […]
One Big Sanctioned Dog Show Kentucky Edition is an all breed GCR sanctioned dog show including four conformation shows. All breeds are welcome and encouraged to attend and participate. There are also classes offered for junior handlers!
The Kentucky Spring Horse Show is a series of two 5-day competitions. The event draws some of the world’s top hunter/jumper talent from all over!
The Kentucky Spring Horse Show is a series of two 5-day competitions. The event draws some of the world’s top hunter/jumper talent from all over!
Kentucky May-Daze Horse Trials, May 15-17, 2026 – (USEF/USEA/MSEDA recognized) May-Daze offers riders the first opportunity to gallop across the famed cross-country course following the Defender Kentucky Three-Day Event. In 2026, May-Daze will offer the Introductory level for less experienced horses and riders, and up through the Preliminary level for those competitors ready to embrace a greater challenge. […]
Come treasure hunting at the Kentucky Horse Park Flea Market! Browse a variety of unique finds, antiques, crafts, collectibles, and more — all in the scenic setting of the Kentucky Horse Park. Whether you’re a shopper or a seller, this is a great day to enjoy local bargains and one-of-a-kind items. Kentucky Horse Park […]
KDA’s horse shows provide dressage riders and their horses with the opportunity to compete at both nationally recognized and local level shows.
Two AQHA World Show Qualifying Events for WP/HUS/All-Around and 3 AQHA World Show Qualifying Events for Over Fences. Featuring Premier Sires Limited Series, Breeder Futurity and Stakes classes as well as Premier Magazine classes.