Events & Events Calendar
March 2026
NRHA Easter Tournament
East Bavaria Hall Kreuth Rieden
27.03-04.04.2026
For one week, the focus is on reining, with numerous competitions taking place. Classes such as Open, Non Pro, Rookie, Youth, and Novice Horse ensure exciting competitions with precise maneuvers, fast spins, and impressive sliding stops.
April 2026
VWB Bavarian Spring Classic
East Bavaria Hall Kreuth Rieden
07.04-12.04.2026
VWB Bavarian Spring Classic
Several days of competition featuring AQHA, NRHA, and VWB classes offer diverse Western riding in various disciplines. The tournament also serves as the first qualifier for the VWB Golden Series classes.
May 2026
EWU Double Show East Bavaria Hall
East Bavaria Hall Kreuth Rieden
10.05-17.05.2026
Two multi-day tournament shows will offer numerous EWU competitions and also serve as a qualifying tournament for the German Open 2026. The event in Kreuth is organized by the EWU Bavarian State Association and is part of the EWU Double Shows 2026.
EWU Double Show Aachen
Aachen Chio Sportpark
12.05-17.05.2026
Several tournament days with two tournament shows make the event a fixed date in the EWU calendar for 2026. The double show in Aachen is a trophy tournament of the EWU Rheinland and takes place on the grounds of the CHIO Aachen.
VWB International Bavarian Championship
East Bavaria Hall Kreuth Rieden
21.05-26.05.2026
Over several days of competition, the Bavarian Championship titles in Western riding will be awarded as part of a VWB Category I tournament. Riders will compete in numerous VWB disciplines and classes, vying for the official championship titles.
June 2026
NRHA Breeders Derby
East Bavaria Hall Kreuth Rieden
12.06-20.06.2026
A multi-day reining tournament organized by NRHA Germany, where horses aged five and older compete in derby classes. The competitions are held at various levels, including open and non-pro classes, providing established horses with a platform to showcase their reining prowess.
July 2026
NRHA Hot Summer Show
East Bavaria Hall Kreuth Rieden
24.07-01.08.2026
Several days of competition will be dedicated to the reining sport of the NRHA Germany. The event will also include the NRHA Germany German Championship with individual and team competitions.
August 2026
APHA Europaint
East Bavaria Hall Kreuth Rieden
22.08-29.08.2026
This tournament will host the European Paint Horse Championship of the American Paint Horse Association (APHA), where European champion titles will be awarded. The event is a five-judge show and includes classes for Open, Amateur, and Youth, as well as additional competitions such as Chrome Cash and Ranch Horse classes.
September 2026
EWU GERMAN OPEN 26
East Bavaria Hall Kreuth Rieden
11.09-20.09.2026
The German Championships of the EWU (European Western Riding Association) are held here, where national titles are awarded in numerous disciplines of Western riding. For many riders, the tournament is considered the sporting highlight of the season and a special gathering of the Western riding community.
October 2026
NRHA Breeders Futurity
East Bavaria Hall Kreuth Rieden
03.10-10.10.2026
Over several days of competition, four-year-old reining horses compete against each other in the Futurity classes, vying for titles and substantial prize money. The tournament is considered one of the largest and most important reining events in Europe and attracts numerous top riders and up-and-coming horses every year.
November 2026
Hund & Pferd Messe
Dortmund Trade Fair
06.11-08.11.2026
A large experience and shopping fair all about dogs and horses. Visitors can expect presentations of various dog breeds, riding disciplines, and a diverse program of sports, training, and entertainment.
December 2026
Passion Pferd Messe
Hanover Trade Fair
03.12-06.12.2026
A horse fair with numerous exhibitors, expert lectures, live demonstrations and shows all about equestrian sports, training, husbandry and breeding. Highlights include large show programs such as the "Night of the Horses" as well as demonstrations of various riding styles.
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