Upper Marlboro, United States – October 20, 2026 – Get ready for an incredible week of world-class sport and family fun at the 68th Washington International Horse Show (WIHS), presented by MARS Equestrian™ on October 19-25, 2026, at The Show Place Arena in Upper Marlboro, MD.
Watch Olympic medalists and some of the world’s highest-ranking athletes compete just outside Washington, D.C.
Evening tickets start at just $20, while daytime admission and parking are FREE.
Meet the Superstars
Photos: © Shawn McMillen Photography
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Four Events You Won’t Want To Miss
Thursday, Ocotober 22 — Opening Night — Salute to Service
— SALUTE TO SERVICE
Kick off the excitement with two $63,000 international jumping competitions, including the thrilling Stars and Stripes Speed Final.
Tickets: Adults $20, Children $15
Special 50% ticket discount for eligible military personnel, first responders, and teachers. Use code USA2026 through Ticketmaster.
Friday, October 23 — Mars Barn Night — Red, White & Blue
An evening packed with fun, including:
- The $63,000 Accumulator Costume Class
- The fan-favorite WIHS Shetland Pony Steeplechase Championship, presented by Artemis Equestrian Farm LLC
- The New WIHS Pony Jumper Championships, presented by World Wide Technology
- Rider autograph signing and Barn Night festivities
Tickets: Adults $25, Children $20, Group Sales Available
Saturday, October 24 — Free Kids’ Day & Afternoon Grand Prix
Kids’ Day, Presented by Land Rover Alexandria, 10 a.m.–1 p.m., FREE
Pony rides, face painting, crafts, a pony kissing booth and plenty of hands-on horse fun. Then, enjoy the Ambassador’s Cup Grand Prix CSI2* at 1 p.m.
Grand Prix tickets: Adults $10, Children under 18 FREE
Saturday Night, October 24 — World Cup Night — Legends Are Made Here
Almost Sold Out!
Feel the energy as the world’s best battle for victory in the $340,000 Longines FEI Jumping World Cup™ Washington CSI5-W*.
- 6:15 p.m. — WIHS Equitation Final Top 10 Work-Off
- 8:30 p.m. — $340,000 World Cup competition
Reserved seats: Adults from $40, Children $35
Want to make it a special night? Choose a Ticket & Dinner Package, starting at $100 for children and $115 for adults.
Seven Days, Three Big Nights, Unforgettable Moments
Experience the thrill of world-class equestrian sport at the 2026 Washington International Horse Show, coming to The Show Place Arena at Prince George’s Equestrian Center in Upper Marlboro, MD, from October 19–25.
Whether you are a lifelong horse lover or discovering the sport for the very first time, WIHS offers an unforgettable experience for everyone. Don’t miss your chance to see the world’s best equestrian athletes compete live and in person.
Plan Your Visit: Free daytime admission from Monday through Sunday. Free parking available every single day.
Source: Press Release from Jump Media for the Washington International Horse Show
Photo: © Shawn McMillen Photography / Alden Corrigan Media / Incanto Sports Group
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