Of course, we’ve kept an eye abroad as we get ready to tune into the Paris Olympics starting up over the next few days. But, we can’t miss all of the excitement happening right here in the U.S., with the wildly beautiful event running at Millbrook Thursday, July 25th – Sunday, July 28th.
2023 Advanced winners at Millbrook Horse Trials, Sharon White riding Claus 63. Photo by Amber Heintzberger.
With a variety of competitors, from the local eventer starting out to seasoned Olympic riders, there are plenty of horse and rider combos to cheer on, as well as activities at the facility that make it a great trip for the family.
Plan your visit
In addition of the excitement with competition ranging from Beginner Novice through Advanced, there are plenty of ways to enjoy the horse trial.
WEDNESDAY PREFIX DINNER FOR RIDERS: Wednesday, July 24 • 3:00 – 8:00 pm
2024 PURINA & TRIPLE CROWN PARTY FOR COMPETITORS & VOLUNTEERS: Saturday, July 27 • 6:00 – 8:00 pm. Pick up your free tickets to the party when you pick up your package at the secretary’s office.
Explore the trade fair.
Enjoy food trucks.
Shop boutiques in the Weekend Market.
Bring the family for petting zoos and activities!
Schedule of events
Tim Bourke and Buck Davidson enjoy a victory lap at Millbrook. Photo by Abby Powell.
To follow along and watch your favorite riders, you can find the timing of divisions here:
Dressage
Cross Country
Show Jumping
The entire schedule of events can be found online here.
Want to attend in person?
There are a few hospitality packages left, as well as tailgating options for cross country day. Additionally, there are volunteer opportunities for those who want to be part of the event.
Entry Preview
It’s set to be a busy weekend with nearly 400 competitors slotted to compete, with 40 riders in the Advanced division.
Looking at the entry list, it’s bound to be an exciting weekend, with some serious talent making the trek up north.
Ema Klugman and Bronte Beach. Photo by Abby Powell.
Ema Klugman is scheduled to be one busy rider, with four competing in the Advanced. She’ll be bringing Bronte Beach Z, Chiraz, RF Redfern, and Slieve Callan Alpha to Millbrook. Bronte Beach Z has competed through the 5* level with Ema, and has an impressive cross country record behind her name. RF Redfern, Chiraz, and Slieve Callan Alpha also have plenty of experience under Ema, each competing through the 4* level.
Evie, Olivia and Phillip Dutton with Santa at Millbrook. Photo by Jenni Autry.
We’ll also see two Duttons out and about, with Phillip competing with Denim and Possante, and Olivia with Sea of Clouds. We saw Olivia and Sea of Clouds out at Bromont in the 4*L most recently, and Phillip out earlier this month in the 3* at Maryland with both Possante and Denim, who finished 2nd and 4th respectively.
Another young rider we’ll see in the lineup is Cassie Sanger with Redfield Fyre. Despite her young age, Cassie has had ample experience at the upper levels, and was a team member for the U.S. in the FEI Eventing Nations Cup Poland CCIO4*-NC-S in Strzegom in 2023.
Another FEI Eventing Nations Cup Strzegom team member, Andrew McConnon, will be in Millbrook this weekend with Ferrie’s Cello and Wakita 54.
Other pairs to watch include Ariel Grald and Isla de Coco, Will Faudree and Mama’s Magic Way, Allison Springer and No May Moon, and Meghan O’Donoghue and Palm Crescent. Additionally, Rachel Lawson will be bringing High Tide to the division, a duo that spends plenty of time training and schooling bridleless.
Posted by Rachel Dunning on Thursday, June 6, 2024
You can see all entries for the event here.
Enjoy a preview from videographer Marion de Vogel!
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