Spectators
Join us May 28 - 31, 2026 to experience world-class dressage right here in Ottawa. Bring your friends and family to cheer on your favourite riders as they showcase their incredible talent!
You'll also find a wide selection of boutiques and shops catering to both riders and non-equestrian enthusiasts.
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Everyone is welcome at the "The Hub" (Main Tent). Here you can:
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Watch CDI/CPEDI and National classes in the main ring
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Join us for special events like Thursday's Jog Party, Friday's Pony Cup Pizza Party and Saturday's Reception
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Visit the "Rising Stars Central" booth
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Grab some popcorn from the National Dressage Pony Cup booth
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Just relax with friends and family!
Special Events
The Jog & Jog Party
Thursday
3:00 Ring A
4:00 The Hub
Veterinarian inspection of FEI horses in Ring A (3:00 CPEDI, 3:30 CDI) followed by refreshments served at The Hub - All Welcome!
Sponsored by Leveza Equestrian
Pizza Party
Friday
4:00 The Hub
Everyone is welcome to join us for a slice of pizza at the National Dressage Pony Cup booth in the The Hub
Sponsored by National Dressage Pony Cup
Reception
Saturday
4:30 The Hub
Enjoy some canapes as you watch the Grand Prix Freestyle, Western Dressage Demo and the Bergeron-Boucher Clinic from the comfort of the The Hub.
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Western Dressage Demo
Saturday
CDI Ring
What is Western Style Dressage all about? Come and find out by joining us in The Hub for a western demo.
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Rising Stars Welcome
Thursday
4:00 The Hub
For Riders 18 years old and younger. Meet your fellow Rising Stars, grab some food and get your gift bag!
Sponsored by White Forest Farm
Rising Stars Equitation Ride-Off
Saturday
1:00
Winners in Friday's Rising Star classes will compete for the RS equitation championship. Come and cheer on our Rising Star riders!
Sponsored by EQUISK
Grand Prix Freestyle
Saturday
4:30 CDI Ring
Come see some of the best riders and horses in Canada showcase their talents with their freestyle routines.
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Camille Carier Bergeron - Beatrice Boucher Clinic
Saturday
CDI Ring
Join top riders Camille Carier Bergeron and Beatrice Boucher as they showcase horses from Bergeron’s Écuries Élégance. Get insights on their training approaches in this 30 minute demonstration clinic.
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