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As we prepare for the 2026 National Horse Show at Tryon International, please review the following important pre-arrival requirements. Stall Reservations and Horse Entries All stalls must be ordered and prepaid prior to arrival through the Show Management System. Barn accounts and non-showing horse entries can be created in SMS
The National Horse Show looks forward to welcoming exhibitors to this year’s event, held at Tryon International, for two weeks of exciting competition. In addition to an exciting new venue, NHS has NEW exhibitor experiences! This year, the National Horse Show will offer two distinct exhibitor experiences: the WSJ Exhibitors
September 30, 2026 — The National Horse Show would like to congratulate all of our 2026 Area/Region Champions! We look forward to welcoming these dedicated competitors to the NHS at Tryon International this fall for the Championship Finals. Northeast Region I ASPCA MACLAY Kate Pateras HAMEL Avery Flanders THIS Kristina
September 21, 2026 — The National Horse Show is pleased to announce that the qualifying lists for the 2026 NHS are now available. ADULT AMATEUR HUNTER CLASSIC QUALIFIED HUNTER LISTS Exhibitors are encouraged to review the qualifying lists to confirm their status for this year’s event, taking place October 21
September 8, 2026 — We are pleased to welcome exhibitors, spectators, and families to the 143rd National Horse Show at Tryon International. We want everyone to enjoy the excitement of the competition while ensuring a safe environment for our exhibitors and horses. Official Competition Photography The National Horse Show’s Official
August 21, 2026 — The National Horse Show is reminding eligible competitors that applications remain open for the 2026 NHS Grant Program ahead of the 143rd National Horse Show. For the first time in the program’s history, the NHS will award 24 grants to qualified competitors demonstrating financial need. The expanded number of
The National Horse Show is pleased to announce that applications are now open for the 2026 NHS Grant Program ahead of the 143rd National Horse Show, taking place October 21 – November 1, 2026, at Tryon International in Mill Spring, North Carolina. This year marks an exciting milestone for the
July 21, 2026 — The official prize list for the 2026 National Horse Show is now available, and entries are open! Join us for the 143rd National Horse Show this fall, from October 21 to November 1, in the Indoor Complex at Tryon International. View the prize list for full
May 6, 2026 — The decision to host the National Horse Show at Tryon International in Mill Spring, North Carolina, reflects a clear focus on horse welfare, footing and facilities, and an environment designed to support top-level competition. Tryon International offers the footing, facilities, and space required to support high-level
April 29, 2026 — The National Horse Show is pleased to announce the release of its 2026 Tentative Schedule, offering a first look at the competition lineup for this year’s event. Set to take place from Wednesday, October 21, to Sunday, November 1 at Tryon International, the 2026 National Horse