UPCOMING EVENTS

2024 Social Events

April 26: Arbor Day Celebration Open House at Grafton

EVENT DETAILS:

Spring has sprung! The Upperville Colt & Horse Show invites you to celebrate springtime with a stroll around the Grafton Showgrounds!
 
Visitors are welcome free of charge to see the magnificent trees that have graced this historic property for 200-plus years. Named to the National Register of Historic Places in 2021, Grafton Farm is one of the most historically intact horse show grounds in the nation, and some of the oak tree canopy actually shaded Civil War action!
 
Attendees are encouraged to bring a picnic and take a self-guided tour under the tree canopy and explore the stream and wildlife habitat. Leashed and vaccinated dogs are welcome.
 

EVENT TIME:

Friday, April 26 from 10:30 am to 4:30 pm

June 2: Upperville Jump 4 Fun Unrecognized Day

EVENT DETAILS:

UCHS proudly presents Upperville Jump 4 Fun, an unrecognized day of showing, on Sunday, June 2nd! Upperville Jump 4 Fun is a fantastic and accessible way to show at the Oldest Horse Show in the United States. CLICK HERE for the Jump 4 Fun Prize list!

  • JUMP 4 FUN WILL START AT 8 AM SHARP, SUNDAY, JUNE 2nd.
  • PLEASE BRING A HARD COPY OF CURRENT COGGINS FOR EACH HORSE SHOWING.
  • PLEASE BRING PROOF OF CURRENT EHV VACCINATION.
  • PLEASE SCRATCH IF YOU DO NOT PLAN ON SHOWING.
  • PLEASE SCRATCH FROM CLASSES YOU DO NOT PLAN ON SHOWING IN.
  • SCRATCHES MAY BE DONE VIA HORSE SHOWS ONLINE.

EVENT TIME:

Sunday, June 2 at 8:00 am sharp

June 6: $25,000 USHJA International Hunter Derby Reception

 

EVENT DETAILS:

Everyone is invited to celebrate the $25,000 USHJA International Hunter Derby Under the Oaks at the Parker Ring! This open-to-all hospitality event is graciously sponsored by Ernie and Betty Oare.

EVENT TIME:

Thursday, June 6 from 4 to 6 pm

June 7: $77,300 FEI4* Upperville Welcome Stakes Reception

EVENT DETAILS:

Join the fun at the Exhibitors Party on Friday, June 7, 2024 from 3-5 pm in the Exhibitors Tent overlooking the B&D Builders Grand Prix Ring.
Relax and enjoy complimentary food and beverage while you watch the $74,000 FEI 4* Upperville Welcome Stakes!

EVENT TIME:

Friday, June 7 from 3-5 pm

June 8: Hospitality on the Polo Field

EVENT DETAILS:

See the best and brightest in American Hunter Breeding on Saturday, June 8 from 10 am to 12 pm with complimentary food and beverage by the Polo Field!

EVENT TIME:

Saturday, June 8 from 10 am- 12 pm

June 8: Upperville Pup Parade

EVENT DETAILS:

Pups will be on parade in the Parker Ring on Saturday, June 8 at 11:30 am! You and your canine pals are invited to strut your stuff Under the Oaks!

EVENT TIME:

Saturday, June 8 from 11:30 am- 12 pm

June 8: $30,000 Upperville American Standard Grand Prix Reception

EVENT DETAILS:

Join us in the Exhibitors Tent adjacent to the B&D Builders Grand Prix Ring for the excitement of the $30,000 Upperville American Standard Grand Prix!
Partake in complimentary food and beverage and enjoy the company of friends from 4-6 pm

EVENT TIME:

Saturday, June 8 from 4- 6 pm

June 8: Wall of Honor Induction Ceremony & Luncheon

EVENT DETAILS:

Join us for the Wall of Honor Induction Ceremony and Luncheon on Saturday, June 8, 2024 from 12:30- 2 pm in the Friends of Upperville tent next to the Grandstand!

The Wall of Honor recognizes those who have guided the Upperville Colt & Horse Show through its long history while maintaining the character and quality of the event.

The Induction Ceremony is open to all, but the Luncheon is a ticketed event. Please contact the office if you wish to purchase a ticket for the Luncheon.
[email protected] or 540-687-5740.

EVENT TIME:

Saturday, June 9 from 12:30 – 2:00 pm

June 9: Hospitality on the Polo Field

EVENT DETAILS:

See the best and brightest in American Hunter Breeding on Saturday, June 8 from 10 am to 12 pm with complimentary food and beverage by the Polo Field!

EVENT TIME:

Sunday, June 9 from 10 am – 12 pm

June 9: Horses & Horsepower Car Show

EVENT DETAILS:

The Horses & Horsepower Car Show returns to the Upperville Colt & Horse Show presented by MARS Equestrian™ On Sunday, June 9, 2024 from 10 am to 4 pm.
 
Check out collector’s edition antique cars, muscle cars and more!
Be sure to vote for your favorite vehicle for The People’s Choice Award, presented before the Sunday Grand Prix.
 
NOTE: Horses & Horsepower Car Show exhibitors are by invitation only.

EVENT TIME:

Sunday, June 9 from 10 am – 4 pm

June 9: Special Awards Sunday

EVENT DETAILS:

The Upperville Colt & Horse Show presented by MARS Equestrian™ will honor individuals from the community who have made an outstanding impact upon the horse show and the equestrian community at large on Sunday, June 9th prior to the start of the Upperville Jumper Classic.

Virginia First Lady Suzanne Youngkin will present The Spirit of the Horse Award, established to recognize a woman and resident of Virginia who demonstrates exceptional service or dedication to, or promotion of, the equine industry. The award is given annually in celebration of Virginia’s robust agriculture and equine industry. .

The Presidents’ Trophy is awarded to the individual who exemplifies singular dedication to the community and to the preservation of the Upperville Colt & Horse Show.

The Randolph Trophy is presented annually by the Bonnie Family to the person who has made an outstanding contribution to the Upperville community.

EVENT TIME:

Sunday, June 9 from 2 – 3 pm