The Adelaide Equestrian Festival is shaping up to be one of our most exciting editions yet, and as Event Director, I am incredibly proud to share that in 2026 we will host our largest field of competitors in over six years. This milestone reflects the strength and momentum of our sport, and the enduring appeal of Adelaide as a world-class destination for eventing. With the inclusion of the Oceania Championships, we are set to welcome the very best combinations from across Aus

Adelaide Equestrian Festival Extends Global Reach Through Continued Partnership with Horse & Country in 2026

With anticipation building for the 2026 Adelaide Equestrian Festival, one of the standout moments that riders and spectators alike look forward to is Pryde’s EasiFeed Dressage Day . As the opening phase of competition, dressage plays a crucial role in shaping the leaderboard and setting the tone for the days ahead. At Adelaide, Australia’s only five‑star and one of the world’s premier three‑day events, its significance is magnified. Pryde’s has been proudly associated wi

The Adelaide Park Lands will provide the perfect backdrop for the upcoming and prestigious Adelaide Equestrian Festival from 16-19 April which will also play host to the Oceania Championships. The Adelaide Equestrian Festival is the only 5-star equestrian event in the Southern Hemisphere and represents 1 of 7 events of its kind held globally including Badminton Horse Trials (UK), Defender Kentucky Three-Day Event (USA), Burghley Horse Trials (UK), Luhmuhlen Horse Trials (GER)

The Adelaide Equestrian Festival is proud to announce that internationally recognised equine behaviour expert Dr Andrew McLean from Equitation Science International will lead the Festival’s Education Hub at the 2026 Adelaide Equestrian Festival, delivering a dynamic and inclusive learning program for horse owners, riders, and enthusiasts.

The Adelaide Equestrian Festival is thrilled to announce the appointment of Australia’s two Level 4 FEI Course Designers, Clayton Fredericks and Ewan Kellett, as part of the Festival’s elite course design team for 2026.