United States Eventing Association

Kentucky Horse Park Foundation Takes the Reins for Three Eventing Competitions Starting in 2025

The Kentucky Horse Park Foundation is thrilled to announce that it has taken on the responsibility of organizing three eventing competitions starting this year. These events will take place at the iconic Kentucky Horse Park, the world-class equestrian competition and educational venue on the bucket list for so many in the eventing community.

For many years, these three competitions have been successfully operated by a local organizer, and the KHP Foundation is excited to carry on this legacy. The three events will have their dates adjusted by a week to make the best use of available facilities, and they include:

1. Kentucky May-Daze Horse Trials (Starter through Preliminary) – May 16-18, 2025

2. Kentucky Summer Horse Trials (Starter through Intermediate) – July 18-20, 2025 (pending USEA/USEF date approval)

3. Kentucky Oktoberfest Horse Trials – October 31 – November 2, 2025 (format/levels still being worked out)

To add to the excitement, David O’Connor joins the organizing committee for these three competitions, and he will also serve as the cross-country course designer. He is accompanied by event director Max Corcoran, and together with the KHP Foundation team and competition officials, are committed to building on the legacy of these mainstay competitions on the Kentucky eventing calendar.

Emphasizing that these horse trials aim to provide a high-quality experience for every level of competitor, David O’Connor noted, "The Kentucky Horse Park is well-known as a world-class competition venue, and providing an enjoyable opportunity for inexperienced horses and riders on up to an international level is essential to our mission. We look forward to sharing the historic standards of the Horse Park by offering a fresh approach to these established competitions."

The opening date for entries for the Kentucky May-Daze Horse Trials is coming up soon on April 1. Competitors are encouraged to make their plans now and check the USEA competition calendar for detailed entry information in the Omnibus.

The KHP Foundation is dedicated to supporting the equestrian community and to promoting the Kentucky Horse Park as a premier destination for equestrian events and educational activities. We look forward to welcoming competitors, fans and volunteers to these events as we celebrate the spirit of eventing.

For more information, please contact:

Briana Moreno
[email protected]
859 255 5727

Kentucky Horse Park Foundation

https://www.khpfoundation.org/