TerraNova Equestrian Center

The Event at TerraNova

TerraNova Equestrian Center welcomes you to The Event at TerraNova, showcasing the Olympic sport of three-day eventing. Like an equestrian triathlon, eventing tests the abilities of horse and rider in three phases– dressage, cross-country and show jumping.
The Event at TerraNova logo with a navy cross-country horse and four gold stars
Dates

November 11 to 15, 2026

Level

CCI4*/3*/2*/1*-L & USEA Horse Trials

Type

Eventing

General admission is always free

About This Event

The Event at TerraNova brings top-level eventing competition to TerraNova Equestrian Center, with divisions ranging from national levels through FEI competition. Riders take on dressage, cross-country, and show jumping in a thoughtfully designed setting, while spectators can experience the sport up close in a relaxed atmosphere with world-class amenities. This fall showcase of The Event at TerraNova features the “long format.” Long format eventing includes all three phases—dressage, cross-country, and show jumping—in that order, with additional roads and tracks and a longer cross-country course than short-format competition. It tests a horse and rider’s fitness, endurance, and preparation alongside their skill and accuracy.

Spectators

Plan Your Visit

Join us for a weekend of eventing, with free general admission, hospitality, and activities for the whole family. Enjoy the competition from designated viewing areas, grab a bite from local food vendors, and use the property-wide shuttles to make your way around the grounds.

Saturday | Cross-Country & Hospitality

Watch the action unfold across TerraNova’s cross-country course, with bleacher seating near the water jump offering great views of the competition. Bring a lawn chair if you prefer to find your own spot along the designated spectator areas.

The VIP Brunch will be held in the tent near the cross-country water jump, offering a comfortable setting to enjoy the competition and take in the views. The VIP Brunch is SOLD OUT. General admission is free.

Saturday | Mini Horse Discovery Sessions

Join Equilibrium at TerraNova for a special Mini Discovery Session, where children ages 5–12 can meet our miniature horses, learn the basics of horsemanship, and enjoy interactive activities in a fun, welcoming environment. Held at 10:00 AM in the pasture next to Tiny Town.

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Sunday | Show Jumping & Empty Bowls

On Sunday, international competition returns to the arena for show jumping. General admission is free, with seating available in the grandstands or bring a lawn chair to enjoy the action.

The Pavilion will also host Empty Bowls, a Meals on Wheels PLUS of Manatee charity event sponsored by the TerraNova Equestrian Foundation. Guests can enjoy soup from local restaurants while watching the show jumping competition. Tickets for Empty Bowls are purchased through Meals on Wheels PLUS of Manatee.

All Weekend

Food trucks, vendors, and shuttles throughout the property make it easy to enjoy the competition and explore TerraNova throughout the weekend.

Empty Bowls Tickets

Competitors

Compete at The Event

Welcome to The Event at TerraNova! We look forward to hosting you and your horses at TerraNova Equestrian Center for an exciting week of competition.

Whether you’re joining us for the first time or returning to TerraNova, we’re committed to providing an exceptional competition experience for both horse and rider.

If you need any help during your competition week, don’t hesitate to call us at 941-557-8014 with questions.

Ride Times and Orders of Go

Live Scores

Order Hay and Shavings

Order Photos from Shannon Brinkman

Stay Tuned for the Event Schedule

November 11th

Wednesday

2:00pm – Trot Up (Long Format FEI Divisions)

November 12th

Thursday

Dressage

View the competition schedule here.

Welcome Party BBQ – Pavilion – 5pm

For competitors, grooms, owners, officials, and all horse show personnel. This event is not open to the general public.

November 14th

Friday

Dressage, FEI CCI4*-S Show Jumping

View the competition schedule here.

November 14th

Saturday

FEI CCI 4*-L, 4*-S, 3*-L, 2*-L, 1*-L Cross-Country Phase

National Show Jumping

View the competition schedule here.

Mini Horse Discovery Session – 10am

Join Equilibrium at TerraNova for a special Mini Discovery Session, where children ages 5–12 can meet our miniature horses, learn the basics of horsemanship, and enjoy interactive activities in a fun, welcoming environment.

Cross-Country VIP – Hospitality Tent – 11am

This event is SOLD OUT. Join us for FREE admission and parking with bleacher seating by the main water jump. Bring your own lawn chair or picnic blanket and enjoy local food trucks and a great day of competition.

November 15th

Sunday

FEI 4*-L, 4*-S, 3*-L, 2*-L, 1*-L Show Jumping Phase

National Cross-Country (Not visible from spectator areas).

View the competition schedule here.

8:00am – Trot Up (All FEI Long Format Divisions)

7:00am-9:00am – Sunrise Prayer Reflection (Show Office Patio)

Empty Bowls (Meals on Wheels PLUS) – Pavilion – 11am

Watch the exciting show jumping phase and enjoy local soups in the pavilion with your ticket to Empty Bowls. This event supports local Myakka food banks through The Food Bank of Manatee and Meals on Wheels PLUS. Made possible by The TerraNova Equestrian Foundation. Get tickets here.

 

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