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.

A special hospitality event 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. General admission is free.

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.

Competitors

Compete at The Event

Plan your stay and prepare for The Event at TerraNova. Competitors can reserve on-site cabins, RV spaces, and stabling, with convenient access to the showgrounds and amenities. Stay tuned for the omnibus listing and entry links as they become available.

✓ USEA levels from Starter through CCI4*-L
✓ FEI 4*, 3*, and Advanced XC course design by Alec Lochore
✓ National and 2*, 1* XC course design by Mogie Bearden-Muller
✓ Complimentary Welcome Party + hospitality events all weekend
✓ Omnibus listings and entry links coming soon

Competition details, entries, and prize lists will be available soon. Check back for updates and start planning your stay at TerraNova.

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