Partner with the USEA to Secure a Vendor Space at the 2026 American Eventing Championships
The USEA American Eventing Championships (AEC) presented by Nutrena Feeds is one of the best opportunities for businesses to get their products in front of a large, diverse group of eventing enthusiasts each year. With the 2026 event again being hosted at the iconic Kentucky Horse Park in Lexington, companies are encouraged to join as soon as possible to take advantage of what could be another record-breaking year of entries.
The 2021 AEC at the Kentucky Horse Park still stands as the host of the largest eventing competition in North American history with nearly 1,000 horse and rider combinations participating. If your business is ready to partner with the USEA on this epic event, keep reading for all the details and contact Kate Lokey, the Senior Director of Programs, Marketing, & Partnerships, at [email protected] to reserve your spot today.
Sponsors of the AEC get the unique opportunity of being the only businesses allowed on-site as vendors during the event. The AEC Sponsor Village is a curated collection of businesses located directly around stabling that provides unparalleled access to competitors, grooms, coaches, and their supporters throughout the weekend. For Bronze Level sponsors and above, one 10’x10’ vendor space is included at gratis with the partnership, but sponsor may upgrade to purchase a larger space. For Contributing sponsors and below, the following vendor space options are available for purchase:
- 10’x10’ Tent - $500
- 10’x20’ Tent - $775
- 20’x20’ Tent - $900
- 20’x40’ Tent - $1,500
- Small Mobile Trailer (<50’ length) - $1,000
- Large Mobile Trailer (>50’ length) - $1,500
Storage space or trailer parking next to the vendor space can be added to any purchase for an additional $500. By securing a space in the AEC Sponsor Village, companies will increase their visibility to an affluent, well-educated audience of USEA members. Companies such as Adequan, Bates Saddles, Gallagher’s Water, Kerrits, Marshall+Sterling Equine Insurance, Cargill/Nutrena, PulseVet, SmartEquine, Standlee, Schneiders Saddlery, Shires Equestrian, and more have already signed on to support the 2026 AEC. Don’t miss your opportunity to join them!
Partnership opportunities for the 2026 USEA AEC, and the Adams Horse Supply USEA Adult Team Championships at the AEC, can be found here. Partnership opportunities start at the Prize Level, which includes a $500 investment and donation of 27 prize certificates for all the divisions offered at the AEC. Levels of commitment increase through Title Sponsorship, which interested companies should inquire within for more information. All partners of the AEC will receive marketing packages that include visibility on-site and online during the event, capitalizing on viewership from those in attendance and fans following along digitally.
For more information and to start discussing a partnership today, please contact Kate Lokey via email at [email protected] or by phone at (703) 779-9897. The USEA looks forward to welcoming you to the 2026 USEA American Eventing Championships presented by Nutrena Feeds in Lexington, Kentucky on August 25-30.
About the USEA American Eventing Championships (AEC)
The USEA American Eventing Championships (AEC) presented by Nutrena Feeds is the pinnacle of the sport at the national levels. Held annually, the best junior, adult amateur, and professional competitors gather to vie for national championship titles at every level from Starter to Advanced. This ultimate test of horse and rider draws hundreds of combinations from around the country to compete for fabulous prizes, a piece of the substantial prize money, and the chance to be named the National Champion at their respective levels. In fact, the 2021 AEC garnered over 1,000 entries and now stands as the largest eventing competition in North American history. The 2026 USEA American Eventing Championships presented by Nutrena Feeds will be held on August 25-30 at the Kentucky Horse Park in Lexington, Kentucky. Click here to learn more about the USEA American Eventing Championships.
The USEA would like to thank Presenting Sponsor: Nutrena Feeds; Advanced Final Title Sponsor: Adequan; Platinum Level Sponsor: Bates Saddles, Marshall+Sterling Equine Insurance; Gold Level Sponsors: ARMA, Gallagher’s Water, PulseVet, Schneiders Saddlery, SmartEquine, Standlee; and more!
About the $60,000 Adequan USEA Advanced Final
The $60,000 Adequan® USEA Advanced Final will take place at the 2026 USEA American Eventing Championships presented by Nutrena Feeds at the Kentucky Horse Park in Lexington, Kentucky on Aug. 26-28. Thanks to Adequan’s amazing support, the Adequan® USEA Advanced Final will bring together the country’s top riders to vie for $60,000 in prize money and the title of Adequan® Champion. To qualify for the $60,000 Adequan® USEA Advanced Final at the AEC in 2026, competitors will need to complete a minimum of two events without cross-country jump penalties at any USEA recognized Advanced horse trials, CCI4*-S, CCI4*-L , CCI5*-L, World Championships, or Olympic Games. Click here to learn more about the $60,000 Adequan® USEA Advanced Final.
About the Adams Horse Supply USEA Adult Team Championships
The Adams Horse Supply USEA Adult Team Championships, which debuted in 2014, is the capstone event for the USEA Area Adult Team Challenges, providing adults the chance to compete as a team and represent their Area of the country in a friendly and fun environment. Historically, adult riders had three regional Team Challenges in which to compete with fellow adults in a team environment, with the locations changing each year. In 2013, the USEA Adult Rider Coordinators voted to move to support Adult Team Challenges taking place in all 10 Areas across the country, with the finale being the ATC at the USEA American Eventing Championships presented by Nutrena Feeds. Each Area can send up to nine teams and 39 riders for the BN, N, T, and M levels, plus an additional eight members if they are at the Starter level only. Adult Riders know how to have a good time, and there is no doubt that they bring an increased level of excitement and camaraderie to the AEC! Click here to learn more about the USEA Adult Team Championships.
The USEA would like to thank ATC Title Sponsor, Adams Horse Supply, and contributing sponsors ARMA, The Chronicle of the Horse, Equilab, Gallagher’s Water, Kerrits, Marshall+Sterling, Nutrena Feeds, PulseVet, Ride iQ, Schneiders Saddlery, Sidelines Magazine, and SmartEquine for sponsoring the Adult Team Championships.
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