United States Eventing Association

The United States Eventing Association, Inc. (USEA) is proud to announce the 2026 Classic Series calendar, continuing its commitment to preserving the tradition of long-format eventing with exciting venues once again featured across the country. Step back in time and take on one of eventing’s most rewarding challenges by competing in a USEA Classic Three-Day Event in 2026!

Offered at the Beginner Novice through Preliminary levels, USEA Classic Series events showcase the true roots of the sport. Competitors will experience the full endurance test, including roads and tracks, steeplechase, and cross-country on endurance day, along with horse inspections and a weekend filled with educational opportunities designed to deepen the riders' knowledge and partnership.

Those interested in entering a Classic Series event are encouraged to review their qualifications early. At the Beginner Novice and Novice levels, horse-and-rider combinations must have earned at least one Minimum Eligibility Requirement (MER) at the level or higher within 18 months of the start of the competition. For Training, Modified, and Preliminary Three-Day Events, combinations must also complete one or more MERs at the level or higher, with qualifications earned within 24 months of the competition start date.

Please note that the 2026 USEA Classic Series calendar is tentative and subject to change. Continue to check the USEA Classic Series homepage for updates throughout the year.

2026 USEA Classic Series Calendar:

Preliminary Three-Day Events

Waredaca Classic Three-Day Event & H.T. | Oct. 23-25 | Laytonsville, Maryland (Area II)

Modified Three-Day Events

Waredaca Classic Three-Day Event & H.T. | Oct. 23-25 | Laytonsville, Maryland (Area II)

Training Three-Day Events

Indiana Eventing Association (IEA) H.T. | May 29-31 | Edinburgh, Indiana (Area VIII)

Summer Coconino H.T. and Western Underground Inc. T, N, BN 3 Day Event | July 9-11 | Flagstaff, Arizona (Area X)

The Event at Rebecca Farm | July 15-19 | Kalispell, Montana (Area VII)

Spokane Sport Horse 12th Annual Fall H.T. | Sept. 24-27 | Spokane, Washington (Area VII)

Hagyard Midsouth Three-Day Event | Oct. 14-18 | Lexington, Kentucky (Area VIII)

Waredaca Classic Three-Day Event & H.T. | Oct. 23-25 | Laytonsville, Maryland (Area II)

Ram Tap H.T. & Classic 3-Day | Nov. 13-15 | Fresno, California (Area VI)

Novice Three-Day Events

Longleaf Pine H.T. | April 10-12 | Raeford, North Carolina (Area II)

Indiana Eventing Association (IEA) H.T. | May 29-31 | Edinburgh, Indiana (Area VIII)

The Spring Event at Archer | May 29-31 | Cheyenne, Wyoming (Area IX)

Summer Coconino H.T. and Western Underground Inc. T, N, BN 3 Day Event | July 9-11 | Flagstaff, Arizona (Area X)

The Event at Rebecca Farm | July 15-19 | Kalispell, Montana (Area VII)

Spokane Sport Horse 12th Annual Fall H.T. | Sept. 24-27| Spokane, Washington (Area VII)

Hagyard Midsouth Three-Day Event | Oct. 14-18 | Lexington, Kentucky (Area VIII)

Waredaca Classic Three-Day Event & H.T. | Oct. 23-25 | Laytonsville, Maryland (Area II)

Ram Tap H.T. & Classic 3-Day | Nov. 13-15 | Fresno, California (Area VI)

Beginner Novice Three-Day Events

Longleaf Pine H.T. | April 10-12 | Raeford, North Carolina (Area II)

Indiana Eventing Association (IEA) H.T. | May 29-31 | Edinburgh, Indiana (Area VIII)

The Spring Event at Archer | May 29-31 | Cheyenne, Wyoming (Area IX)

Summer Coconino H.T. and Western Underground Inc. T, N, BN 3-Day Event | July 9-11 | Flagstaff, Arizona (Area X)

Spokane Sport Horse 12th Annual Fall H.T. | Sept. 24-27 | Spokane, Washington (Area VII)

Waredaca Classic Three-Day Event & H.T. | Oct. 23-25 | Laytonsville, Maryland (Area II)

Ram Tap H.T. & Classic 3-Day | Nov. 13-15 | Fresno, California (Area VI)

*There is no championship for the Classic Series

Did you know that all levels of USEA Classic Series competition have dedicated dressage tests? Click the links below to start studying for your level!

• Preliminary Three-Day Dressage Test
• Modified Three-Day Dressage Test
• Training Three-Day Dressage Test
• Novice Three-Day Dressage Test
• Beginner Novice Three-Day Dressage Test

For more information about the USEA Classic Series, please contact Kaleigh Collett at [email protected]. For questions about qualifications, please contact Hannah Seagle at [email protected].

Helpful Links:

• Classic Series Qualifications
• Classic Series Guidelines
• The Classic Three-Day Event – Notes for Officials
• Veterinary Guidelines for Classic Series Events
• Entry Form for Classic Series
• Classic Series Competition Report for Organizers

Educational Articles on Preparing for your First Classic Series Event

• How to Present for Horse Inspections at Classic Three-Day Event
• The Long and Short of the Classic Three-Day with Allison Springer
• It’s All About the Small Stuff – Preparing for Your First Three-Day Event
• The ABC’s of Cross-Country Day at a Classic Format Event

About the USEA Classic Series

The USEA Classic Series keeps the spirit of the classic long ­format three­-day events alive for Beginner Novice through the Preliminary levels. Competitors can experience the rush of endurance day, including roads and tracks, steeplechase, the vet box, and cross­-country, as well as participate in formal veterinary inspections and educational activities with experts on the ins and outs of competing in a long ­format three-­day event. Riders who compete in a USEA Classic Three-Day Event during the year will have the chance to win a variety of prizes at the events from USEA sponsors and earn leaderboard points. Click here to learn more about the USEA Classic Series.

The USEA would like to thank bronze sponsors D.G. Stackhouse & Ellis Saddles, Gallagher's Water, PulseVet, and SmartEquine, contributing sponsors Bates Saddles and Schneiders Saddlery, and prize sponsor 100xEquine for supporting the USEA Classic Series.