Overview
- ⏱️4 daysApproximate duration
The Adelaide Equestrian Festival, formerly known as the Australian International 3-Day Event, is an annual 3-day event in the sport of equestrian and is held in the South Australian capital of Adelaide. The event is unique in being held in a city centre (taking place in the Adelaide Park Lands) but like most modern 3-day events, it takes place over 4 days.
The Adelaide International Horse Trials was an event first held in 1997. It replaced the Gawler Horse Trials which had taken place outside of the city since 1954. In its period as the Gawler Trials, it was a successful competition and was selected to host the Eventing World Championship in 1986. After moving to Adelaide, the event was known as the Adelaide International Horse Trials until 2007 and has developed significantly into a popular event where spectators can enjoy the excitement of intense competition.
It is one of only 7 annual Concours Complet International (CCI) 5-star events in the world (the highest level of competition) as classified by the Fédération Équestre Internationale (FEI) and the only one held in France. The 6 other CCI 5 Stars are the Burghley Horse Trials, the Badminton Horse Trials, the Kentucky 3-Day Event, the Maryland 5 Star, the Étoiles de Pau, and the Luhmühlen Horse Trials.
Adelaide Equestrian Festival Tickets
The Adelaide Equestrian Festival has action on 4 days:
- Thursday – Dressage (free admission)
- Friday – Dressage Day
- Saturday – Cross-Country Day
- Sunday – Showjumping Day
General Admission tickets will provide access to the entire venue. You can buy single-day tickets or a multi-day pass for greater value! Heritage Grandstand tickets will give you the best view of the action in the arena, and these are available on the same basis.
The Giddy Up Club – which is only available as a multi-day pass – provides exceptional ringside viewing, catering, and a bar within the same marquee. The Giddy Up Club will give you access to Rymill Park's Island on Cross-Country Day for a fantastic view of the Lake jumps.
Alternatively, spectators seeking a premier hospitality experience may also wish to consider the VIP Lounge, which comes inclusive of food and beverages.
