Lake Placid Horse Shows Gearing Up for Two Weeks of CSI3* Competition

The new FEI classes highlight the horse show’s schedule, which also includes junior and amateur jumper classes and hunter and equitation divisions. The FEI classes were added in response to an overwhelming number of requests from exhibitors. The FEI classes include two $100,000 grand prix, and the horse show offers over $700,000 total prize money.

“We are excited about our upgraded showgrounds and new FEI schedule,” said Philip Richter, Chairman of the LPHS. “We are getting incredible feedback from virtually everyone we talk to; this will be a whole new experience for all exhibitors, owners, and sponsors!”

FEI highlights during the Lake Placid Horse Show (June 24-29) tentatively include Thursday’s $5,000 3* Two-Phase, Friday’s $45,000 3* Jump-off, Saturday’s $32,000 3* Speed Class, and Sunday’s $100,000 Grand Prix of Lake Placid. FEI highlights for the I Love New York Horse Show (July 1-6) include Wednesday’s $5,000 3* Two-Phase, Thursday’s $45,000 3* Jump-off, Friday’s $32,000 Speed Class, and Saturday’s $100,000 Richard M. Feldman Grand Prix.

In addition to its FEI schedule, LPHS will continue to host world-class competition for all levels of riders and horses, including USHJA World Championship Hunter Rider (WCHR) Northeast events, Green Hunter Incentive classes, hunter and jumper classics, and classes that are part of the Show Jumping Hall of Fame Jumper Classic Series and North American League (NAL). Tentative schedules and a list of show officials are available on the LPHS website.

Exhibitors in every division will be competing on newly renovated showgrounds, which include reconstructed show rings with state-of-the-art all-weather footing installed by Travis Gould and his JTWG, Inc. team, who are working closely with horse show manager Allen Rheinheimer. Improvements are also being made to the stabling and schooling areas. Highlights include a resurfaced all-weather grand prix ring, an expanded jumper ring, two new hunter rings and a dedicated FEI exercise ring.

LPHS continues to work closely with the town of Lake Placid to improve the overall facilities for multiple events. “The town realizes and appreciates the gigantic economic impact the horse shows have on the town,” Richter said.

“They are partnering with us in a big way to improve our facilities. This year’s improvements are only the first step in a multi-year plan. Following this year’s horse show, the town plans to replace the current VIP deck with a brand new one. Many more improvements are on the way, and we are committed to making Lake Placid the best horse show in America!”

Fun Activities in Lake Placid

Located in the historic Olympic town of Lake Placid, NY, the shows are held in a setting no other horse show can match with breathtaking views of the Adirondack Mountains and the chance to enjoy countless activities that help make the Lake Placid Horse Shows, “The Best Two Weeks of a Horseman’s Summer!”

There are endless activities to do away from the horse show while in the Lake Placid region, making it the ideal vacation spot for families coming to the horse shows. Outdoor activities include kayaking, tubing, hiking, fishing, boating, cycling, paddling, rock climbing, swimming, golf and so much more.

The quaint town of Lake Placid also has a wide variety of shops and a plethora of restaurants, many of whom participate in the Equestrian Window Decorating Contest to get in the horse show spirit! The Fourth of July celebrations are famous in Lake Placid with a parade down Main Street followed by electrifying fireworks over Mirror Lake. Lake Placid is a horse show that the whole family can enjoy!

Many sponsors and supporters have joined with LPHS to undertake this significant effort to upgrade the showgrounds and invest in the future of the LPHS.

This joint effort of dedicated equestrians, the Town of North Elba, and local Lake Placid supporters will continue to foster equestrian excellence, family fun and community bonds in the heart of the picturesque Adirondacks.