Saturday Night Lights
presented by Skyla Credit Union

Our Saturday Night Lights (SNL) Series can be enjoyed on select dates from May through October.

These action-packed nights feature free entertainment such as pony rides, live bands, face painting, rides on a hand-painted Venetian carousel, performers, and more! Grab dinner, a carnival-style treat, your beverage of choice, and enjoy top show jumping competition under the lights in Tryon Stadium with family and friends. Leashed pets are always welcome, too!

2025 Spring/Summer Schedule

May 3
Theme: Derby Week
Free Family Fun: 5PM
Show Jumping: 7PM
Featuring the $75,000
IHSA Grand Prix!

May 10
Theme: Bluegrass Celebration
Free Family Fun: 5PM
Show Jumping: 8PM
Featuring the
$30,000
Earl Scruggs Music Festival Grand Prix!

May 17
Theme: Touch-A-Truck
Free Family Fun: 5PM
Show Jumping: 8PM
Featuring the
$35,000 Bobcat Grand Prix!

May 24
Theme: Military Appreciation Night
Free Family Fun: 5PM
Show Jumping: 8PM
Featuring the
$65,000 Defender Grand Prix CSI 2*!

May 31
Free Family Fun: 5PM
Show Jumping: 8PM
Featuring the $120,000 
Vogel 
Grand Prix CSI 3*!

June 7
Free Family Fun: 5PM
Show Jumping: 8PM
Featuring the
$70,000 
Main Street Insurance Grand Prix CSI 2*!

June 28
Free Family Fun: 5PM
Show Jumping: 8PM
Featuring the $70,000 Tryon International Grand Prix CSI 2*!

July 5
Theme: Beach Week
Free Family Fun: 5PM
Show Jumping: 8PM
Featuring the 120,000 
Fabbri Boots 
Grand Prix CSI 3*
!

July 12
Free Family Fun: 5PM
Show Jumping: 8PM
Featuring the
$70,000 
Farm House Tack Grand Prix CSI 2*!

July 19
Free Family Fun: 5PM
Show Jumping: 8PM
Featuring the $120,000 Tryon International Grand Prix CSI 3*!

Show Jumping
Saturday Night Lights features a Grand Prix class - the highest level competition of each week - and welcomes some of the world’s most competitive athletes. Hosted under the lights of the expansive Tryon Stadium, the electric atmosphere is truly an immersive experience for all – regardless of whether you’re an avid equestrian or a new fan of the sport.

Free Family Fun
All of our Saturday Night Lights entertainment & activities are free to enjoy, such as live music & entertainers, carousel rides, face painting, a bucking horse, and more.

The fan-favorite American Hobby Horse Series is held on select Saturday Night Lights dates. Click here to learn more and complete the free registration form.

The Legends Club
Reserve a table in the Legends Club for an elevated dining & hospitality experience. Featuring a diverse dinner buffet, open bar and a perfect view of the Tryon Stadium, indulge in excellence in the Legends Club.
Legends Club seating is available in four, six, or eight-top tables or individually.

Parking Fees:

Paid parking for Saturday Night Lights (cash or card both accepted) will begin at 4pm, and all horse show and lodging guests will be provided with passes to provide a seamless experience. Our guests can continue to expect free kids activities (such as face painting, pony rides, carousel rides, etc.), live music and entertainment, free access to all shopping and dining options, and world-class competition at no charge.

  • Yes, anyone wishing to get dropped off instead of paying for parking may be dropped off at the Indoor Complex shuttle stop. 

  • Parking becomes paid at 4pm each Saturday of Saturday Night Lights. Anyone arriving to Tryon International prior to 4pm will not be charged. 

FREE CAROUSEL RIDES!