Created Date: 22 Jan
2026 World Equestrian Exhibition & Key Events
2026 is a landmark year for the global equestrian industry, with world-class exhibitions and competitions gathering top athletes, professionals and enthusiasts worldwide, showcasing the industry’s diversity and vitality.
1. FEI World Championships Aachen 2026
The 2026 FEI World Equestrian Games will be held in Milan, Italy, from September 10 to 21. Meanwhile, the FEI World Championships Aachen 2026 will take place in Aachen, Germany, from August 11 to 23, covering six core equestrian disciplines.
2. 2026 Winter Spectacular Show Series (Ocala, USA)
Hosted by the World Equestrian Center in Ocala, the 12-week 2026 Winter Spectacular Show Series runs from December 31, 2025, to March 22, 2026, with a $11 million prize pool. Highlights include FEI Jumping World Cup™ Ocala and the Longines League of Nations™ second leg, plus related hunter and equitation events and a concurrent free expo.
3. spoga horse 2026 (Cologne, Germany)
As a leading B2B equestrian trade exhibition, spoga horse 2026 will be held in Cologne from February 7 to 9, open to industry insiders. It will introduce a new "Dog Village" in 2026, covering core equestrian product sectors and themed villages.
4. BETA International 2026 (Stoneleigh, UK)
BETA International 2026, a top UK equestrian trade exhibition, will be held at Stoneleigh Park from January 12 to 14, open to professionals, showcasing equestrian equipment, apparel and latest innovations from over 400 global exhibitors.
5. Abu Dhabi Equestrian Festival 2026 (Abu Dhabi, UAE)
The 2026 Abu Dhabi Equestrian Festival will be held from March 28 to April 2, combining international jumping, dressage competitions, camel racing and equestrian cultural performances, reflecting the region’s equestrian heritage.
6. AETA Annual Convention & Trade Show 2026 (Lexington, USA)
The AETA 2026 Annual Convention & Trade Show will be held in Lexington from October 8 to 10, serving U.S. equestrian trade professionals with seminars, networking and product displays covering the domestic market.
7. PASSION PFERD 2026 (Stuttgart, Germany)
PASSION PFERD 2026, Germany’s largest public equestrian exhibition, will be held at Messe Stuttgart from November 13 to 16, open to all, showcasing horses, equipment, training services and interactive activities.
8. Royal Windsor Horse Show 2026 (Windsor, UK)
The 2026 Royal Windsor Horse Show will be held in Windsor Castle grounds from May 8 to 12, attended by the British Royal Family, featuring world-class jumping, dressage, carriage driving and royal parades.
9. The Dutch Masters 2026 (‘s-Hertogenbosch, Netherlands)
The Dutch Masters 2026 will be held in ‘s-Hertogenbosch from March 14 to 16, focusing on top-level jumping events and attracting global elite riders and horses.
10. Equitana 2026 (Essen, Germany)
Equitana 2026, one of the world’s largest equestrian exhibitions, will be held in Essen from April 11 to 16, open to all, covering equestrian sports, equipment, training and culture with live shows and forums.
11. Eurohorse 2026 (Budapest, Hungary)
Eurohorse 2026 will be held in Budapest from November 7 to 9, a key Central European equestrian trade event, promoting industry exchange with global exhibitors and related services.
12. Eurocheval 2026 (Paris, France)
Eurocheval 2026 will be held in Paris from June 20 to 23, combining professional trade displays with top dressage and jumping competitions, attracting European equestrian professionals.
13. CHI Geneva 2026 (Geneva, Switzerland)
CHI Geneva 2026 will be held in Geneva from December 8 to 11, a world-renowned equestrian competition featuring elite jumping and dressage with high standards and an elegant atmosphere.
14. Faszination Pferd Nurnberg 2026 (Nuremberg, Germany)
Faszination Pferd Nurnberg 2026 will be held in Nuremberg from September 27 to 29, a popular public exhibition showcasing horses, gear, training courses and family-friendly activities.
15. CHIO Aachen 2026
CHIO Aachen 2026 will be held in Aachen from May 22 to 24, Germany’s official equestrian show, featuring national cups in five disciplines and attracting 350,000 global spectators annually.
Conclusion
The 2026 world equestrian events meet diverse needs, promoting global exchange and the integration of tradition and innovation, making it an exciting year for the global equestrian community.
