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Annual Pony Spectacular presented by Young Rider


  • Tryon International Equestrian Center 25 International Boulevard Mill Spring, NC, 28756 United States (map)

Tryon Summer 4 features USEF AA/Level 6/CSI 3* competition and also hosts the annual Pony Spectacular presented by Young Rider. Hunter/Jumper competition is FREE for spectators to enjoy!

Whether you’re joining us as a spectator or a competitor, there’s something for everyone to see and do at Tryon International. Learn more below!

Schedule and Results:

Competition will be hosted from approximately 8am-4pm daily, and is FREE for spectators to enjoy.

Tryon Summer 4 Featured Classes:
$2,000 Power & Speed CSI 3* (1.40m) - Wednesday
$39,000 Power & Speed CSI 3* (1.45m) - Wednesday
$39,000 ProElite Welcome Stake CSI 3* - Thursday
$6,000 Speed Stake CSI 3* - Friday
$10,000 USHJA National Hunter Derby presented by The Farm House - Friday 8am
$10,000 USHJA Junior/Amateur Hunter Derby presented by The Farm House - Friday am
$10,000 Pony Hunter Derby presented by Young Rider - Saturday 8am
$146,000 Cleghorn Golf & Sports Club Grand Prix CSI 3* - Saturday 8pm
$25,000 Van Winkle Law Firm Sunday Jumper Classic - Sunday

View schedules by day, results and division champions here

Pony Spectacular Special Events:

Stall Decorating Contest - Judging takes place 1pm Thursday!
Theme: Beach Vacation

Friday Night Beach Block Party presented by Ride EquiSafe and Horse Pilot - 6-9pm in Legends Plaza
Beach Music by Band of Oz, sand box treasure hunt, low country boil, water slides, snacks and more!

Pony Costume Parade - Saturday at 6pm before the Grand Prix! Open to ALL junior competitors. Back numbers and handlers required. Check-in at the warm-up ring at 5:30pm
Theme: Beach Vacation

Emerson Burr Horsemanship Grant Program:

Quizzes will be administered in the horse show office from 12pm-3:30pm, Saturday, July 8th at the horse show office. All pony division competitors are eligible, and encouraged to join!

Official Photographer: Natalie Suto Photography

Competitor Resources

  • For online entries please use www.tryon.showgroundslive.com

    Through the ShowGrounds Live (SGL) System, you can book stalls, enter classes, as well as purchase hay and shavings.

  • Onsite lodging makes your competition vacation a breeze when you stay within walking, golf cart or biking distance from your horse! Select one, three, or five-bedroom cabins to accommodate groups of all sizes, or utilize our expansive RV Park and Stable House Inn with 50 motel rooms.

    Book here!

  • From onsite restaurants to suit any craving, to extensive shopping and constant entertainment events, there’s something for everyone to enjoy at Tryon International. View our Digital Visitor Guide to start planning your adventure!

  • Media credentials are available for this event. With questions regarding press releases or photos, media credentials and more, contact media@tryon.com.

  • Horse Show Office: 828-863-1011

    Stabling Office: 828-863-1003

    Tryon Equine Veterinary Hospital: 828-892-6065

    Tyler Raymer (Show Farrier): 828-817-9942

    Tryon Security: 828-863-1019

    Lodging Office: 828-863-1015

    General Store: 828-863-1432

    LOCAL RESOURCES

    St. Luke’s Hospital: (Closest Hospital with Emergency Services) 101 Hospital Drive, Columbus, NC 28722 | 828-894-3311 (6.5 miles)

    Spartanburg Regional Healthcare System: (Closest hospital with Level 1 Trauma Center) 101 E. Wood Street, Spartanburg, SC 29303 | 864-560-6000 (38.1 miles)

    Mercy Urgent Care: 140W. Mills Street, Columbus, NC 28722 | 828-802-1011

    Ingles Market: 1851 Hwy 14 E., Landrum SC 29356 | 864-457-5187

    CVS Pharmacy: 333 W. Mills Street, Columbus, NC 28722 | 828-894-8247

    Pierce Tire & Service Center: 915 S. Trade Street, Tryon, NC 28782 | 828-859-2061

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