W. SPRINGFIELD, MA, October 13, 2025 – Forget the mouse house. Equine Affaire’s fans already know where the real magic resides – and it’s coming to W. Springfield, MA, next month on swaths of our signature purple carpet (and the finest agricultural matting LRP Matting has to offer!). On November 6-9, the grounds of Eastern States Exposition will transform into the ultimate playground for horse lovers, offering everything from cutting-edge training clinics to breathtaking equine showcases.
Whether you’re a seasoned rider or just starting out, Equine Affaire in Massachusetts is your chance to connect with industry experts, discover new products, and experience the magic of the equine world up close. With less than a month to go, it’s time to pack your saddlebags and make plans to join us for this unforgettable equine celebration!
During Equine Affaire this year, you’ll find world-class clinics offered in dressage, jumping, eventing, donkey care, reining, trail, cow work, liberty, saddle fitting, first aid, and so much more, all alongside colorful and informative breed and skill demonstrations and an expansive trade show brimming with everything you need for both horse and rider. A full schedule with speakers and topics spanning seven venues is already available for your review online alongside our overview map, so if you’re a pre-planner, it’s time to start prepping your must-see lists. You can also review a list of our trade show exhibitors, updated weekly; apply to consign in the Marketplace or our new Wheels & Deals Boulevard; learn about volunteering; and so much more. Make sure to bookmark https://equineaffaire.com/events/massachusetts/, your online home for all things Equine Affaire related, and follow @equineaffaire on Facebook and Instagram for daily updates.
Tickets for Equine Affaire and Fantasia, our signature musical celebration of the horse, are on sale now via equineaffaire.com. They will also be available for sale at the event. General admission tickets to Equine Affaire are $20/day for adults or $60 for a four-day pass; children’s tickets are available for $12/day for children ages 7-10; and children six and under are admitted for free. Bring the whole family and enjoy access to the trade show, theme pavilions, the Versatile Horse and Rider Competition, the Breed Bonanza, and all clinics, seminars, and demonstrations, as well as a variety of immersive activities. Hours for the show are from 9 am to 7 pm on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, and from 9 am to 5 pm on Sunday. While you’re buying your general admission tickets, don’t forget to buy your Fantasia tickets! Tickets for Fantasia range from $16-$27.
Ready for a sneak peek into some of Equine Affaire’s incredible attractions? In this press release, we’re sharing a few of our favorite highlights from next month’s event:
Of course, you can’t miss Fantasia! Equine Affaire’s musical celebration of the horse returns on Nov. 6, 7, and 8 at 7:30 pm in the Coliseum for three performances only. Sponsored by Myhre Equine Clinic, this year’s Fantasia features a thrilling lineup of dressage stars Vitor Silva, Jane Karol and Hope Cooper, the Canadian Cowgirls, Liberty Cunningham, the Whispery Pines Percherons, Ermes Zamperla and his troupe, Luke and Kaylee Gingerich, Bryan Penquite, and so many more. Tickets are selling fast. Get yours today! Doors to the Coliseum will open at 6:30 pm each evening.
Equine Affaire is home to the largest horse-related trade show in the east. Browse acres of booths sprawled across multiple buildings – and while you shop, support your favorite trade show exhibitors through the Best Booth Award contest. On Thursday afternoon of the event, the Equine Affaire staff will tour the show to select the top five finalist booths based on a selection of criteria, including innovation, creativity, and visual interest. These booths will be photographed and then posted on our official Facebook and Instagram profiles so that fans can vote for their favorites until Saturday, November 8, at noon. Keep an eye out for the winning announcement on Saturday, then visit the winner’s booth on Sunday to congratulate them!
Don’t miss the return of the always-thrilling Versatile Horse and Rider Competition, sponsored by Chewy! The VHRC will take place on Friday, November 7, in the US Equestrian Arena. Dozens of eager riders applied, but only twenty-five lucky competitors made the cut this year. If you love watching horses and riders battle it out for bragging rights (and up to $5,500 in cash and other prizes!) as they race the clock and navigate a challenging and exciting obstacle course, you’ve got to come watch the VHRC. Check out our event schedule, posted online, for more details!
The Breed Bonanza, sponsored by Sentinel by Kent and Blue Seal, returns to Equine Affaire on Sunday, November 9! Featuring both a Youth and an Adult section, this unique under saddle rail class will showcase all three gaits (or equivalent for gaited horses) in both directions. A carefully curated panel of three judges, consisting of a breeder, a horse show judge, and a professional trainer, will bring their unique backgrounds and perspectives to the ring as they select and crown the 2025 Youth and Adult Breed Bonanza Champions. Make sure to attend and cheer on these horses and riders! They’ll be dressed in their Sunday best and ready to shine.
Brimming with horse breeds ranging from the familiar to the exotic, Equine Affaire’s Breed Pavilion is home to dozens of horses who serve as friendly and beautiful ambassadors for their breeds. Located in the Stroh Building, visitors can walk through the Breed Pavilion any time during the event and take selfies with the horses, meet their owners, and learn more about their registries and associations.
New this year, the Breed Pavilion in the Stroh will also be home to the inaugural Donkey Extravaganza in Massachusetts! This exciting new feature will include its own dedicated donkey demo ring; opportunities to meet, pet, and admire donkeys up close; and the chance to learn all about donkeys from a variety of donkey-related organizations and associations. If you love the long-ear, you’ve got to visit the Donkey Extravaganza!
Got a used horse trailer, truck, ATV, tractor, or other large wheeled farm equipment you’d like to sell? Consider selling it on the brand-new Wheels & Deals Boulevard! On the Boulevard, you can rent a parking spot for a small fee and invite potential buyers to “wheel and deal” with you as you broker the sale of your big ticket item. With tens of thousands of horse enthusiasts in attendance, Equine Affaire is the perfect place to sell your wheels!
Like winning free stuff? Don’t forget to enter Equine Affaire’s free online raffle! Enter online for a chance to win any number of fabulous prizes from companies like FireHorse Rescue Kits, October Design, Triple Crown Nutrition, US Equestrian, The Healing Cowgirl, Sound Science Nutrition, and Equine Affaire! Here’s where to enter until November 9: https://equineaffaire.com/events/massachusetts/mass-other-features/mass-free-raffle/.
There’s even more waiting for you at Equine Affaire, but you’ll have to visit to experience it for yourself!
Please note that the Eastern States Exposition charges for parking. Single-entry parking passes and four-day parking passes will be available for purchase at the gates. You can also purchase a four-day parking pass in advance by visiting the link on our website at https://equineaffaire.com/events/massachusetts/mass-attend/mass-locationevent-hours/. Upon purchase, you’ll receive a QR code which you’ll present at the gates to be scanned and redeemed for a 4-day hanger.
Reserve a room with any one of our 2025 host hotel partners and take advantage of special rates and room blocks by mentioning Equine Affaire! See our host hotels here: https://equineaffaire.com/events/massachusetts/mass-attend/host-hotels/. And hurry: most blocks are expiring in October! Or if you’d like to camp on site, visit our website for details: https://equineaffaire.com/events/massachusetts/mass-attend/mass-campinglodging/. The campgrounds will open to the public at 5:00 pm on Wednesday, November 5.
Equine Affaire gratefully acknowledges the support of its sponsors, including Myhre Equine Clinic, US Equestrian, Horizon Structures, Fair Hill Saddlery, Pro Earth Animal Health, LRP Mating, Tribute Equine Nutrition, Double D Trailers, Custom Equine Nutrition, Sentinel by Kent and Blue Seal, Chewy, and many more. To learn more about Equine Affaire, visit www.equineaffaire.com or follow us on Facebook and Instagram @equineaffaire. We’ll see you at Equine Affaire!
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