In Europe, the event is the invitation. The trip is living the place.

Fairs, competitions and races are the starting point. Duration and experiences beyond the event depend on your time and interests.

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Live the place

A European equestrian event can be the sole focus of the trip or the starting point for exploring the region.

That is why we design the trip for you to live the place, enjoy the experience, and discover what lies around it.

How we plan the trip

The event
We choose which days are worth it and which discipline to watch, based on what you want to experience.
The region
The extension depends on where you go: wine, food, shopping, small towns, nature.
The horse
Whether you only want to watch or also ride at some point in the trip. We tell you the level each experience asks for.
The country
We can design trips in many European countries. When a destination calls for a specialized local operator, we work with one and tell you so.

European events that can be the center of the trip

Not all of them have 2027 dates published: where missing, we say “to be confirmed”. The trip window is set by the event.

  • Feira Nacional do Cavalo

    Golegã, Portugal

    November 6–15, 2026

    Very close date: only feasible if planning starts now.

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  • White Turf

    St. Moritz, Switzerland

    Racing days: February 7, 14, and 21, 2027

    Horse racing on the frozen lake. The whole event runs February 6–21.

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  • FEI World Cup Finals

    Gothenburg, Sweden

    About March 24–28, 2027 (to be confirmed)

    Confirm exact dates on the official site.

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  • Feria del Caballo

    Jerez de la Frontera, Spain

    May 2027 (dates to be confirmed)

    In 2026 it ran May 9–16.

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  • Royal Ascot

    Ascot, England

    June 15–19, 2027 (confirm on the official site)

    Five days of racing.

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  • CHIO Aachen

    Aachen, Germany

    June 25 – July 4, 2027

    Opening ceremony on June 29.

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  • Dublin Horse Show

    Dublin, Ireland

    August 2027 (dates to be confirmed)

    In 2026 it ran August 5–9.

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Dates checked on October 7, 2026 against official or tourism sources for each event. Always confirm on the event’s website before planning. Being on this list does not mean tickets, places, or a trip are on sale.

When to go

The window is set by the event. For optional time beyond the event, we look at the weather and what the region offers on your dates, and tell you frankly whether the season suits what you want to do.

Guide: how to prepare to ride

What to ask the ranch, how to be honest about your level, and what to wear.

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Questions that always come up

Do you sell tickets?

Tickets, credentials, and access depend on each event’s official channel and availability. We tell you what is possible before any proposal.

Can I go just for the event, for two or three days?

The duration is planned around your available time and what you want to experience.

Do I need to know how to ride?

Not to watch. If you want to ride at some point in the trip, we tell you the level each experience asks for.

Which European countries do you cover?

We can design equestrian trips in many European countries. We tell you frankly when an event or destination calls for a specialized local operator.

Which place in Europe is in your plans?

Tell us which event or country you have in mind, who is going with you, and whether you want to ride at some point. We design optional time beyond the event together.

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