UPPERVILLE, Va., May 27, 2025 – The 2025 Upperville Colt & Horse Show, presented by MARS EQUESTRIAN™ is excited to welcome new Exhibitor Hospitality Sponsor Koons Motors of Silver Spring and Bethesda. Koons Motors will also feature some of its vehicles at the show.
“We’re proud to be sponsors of the 172nd Upperville Colt & Horse Show, a tradition that mirrors our dedication to heritage, performance and distinction. Whether its refined sophistication of Lincoln or the uncompromising strength of Ford—including best-in-class towing capability—our brands are built to meet the highest standards,” said Alex Perdikis, CEO and owner of Koons Motors. “With personalized service, private appointments and a commitment to excellence, at Koons Motors we aim to give our clients a premium experience.”
“We’re delighted to welcome Koons Motors as a sponsor this year,” said Emily Day, executive director of the Upperville Horse Show. “Koons Motors has a strong reputation for excellent service and brands that are ideally suited to the equestrian industry and sporting lifestyle. We feel this is an ideal fit for both Upperville and Koons Motors and look forward to this new partnership.”
The Upperville Colt & Horse Show, June 2-8, is the oldest horse show in the U.S., celebrating its 172nd year this year. Founded in 1853 as a one-day show to encourage better breeding and care of horses, the show has grown to a weeklong tradition with thousands of equestrian and equine pairs competing in a variety of competitive disciplines. Many of the continent’s top professional riders as well as amateurs and juniors compete under the spectacular setting featuring the famous oaks at Grafton Farm—the same location since 1853.
The UCHS is an FEI CSI4* event that attracts hundreds of world-class equestrians year after year. The equine and human athletes compete in disciplines ranging from international level show jumping, hunters and equitation to local ponies, in-hand conformation classes, and women in traditional, elegant sidesaddle. In addition to its CSI4* designation, the competition boasts Premier Hunter and Jumper Rating Six classifications with US Equestrian, is sanctioned by the Virginia Horse Shows Association and the Maryland Horse Shows Association and is a World Championship Hunter Rider recognized show. UCHS is also one of a handful of qualified Heritage Horse Shows across the United States.
The week-long show culminates on June 8 with the excitement of the $200,000 Upperville Jumper Classic FEI CSI 4* featuring top world-class equestrians. The day’s entertainment includes junior and amateur riders competing in both Hunter and Jumper disciplines, and the Horses & Horsepower car show. Throughout the show, vendors offer a variety of food as well as equestrian, sporting, and fashionable clothing, milliners, tack and leather goods, jewelry, art and hand-crafted gifts. The venue is beautifully located in the heart of Virginia’s hunt country.
Parking and general admission are free again this year for spectators.
Additional sponsors of the 2025 Upperville Horse Show include Lugano, Ethel M. Chocolates, The Salamander Collection, Mr. and Mrs. Michael Smith, Markel Insurance, Delta Air Lines and B&D Builders.
For more information and the weeklong show schedule, visit www.upperville.com.
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About the Upperville Colt & Horse Show
The Upperville Colt & Horse Show, also known as the Upperville Horse Show and UCHS, is the oldest horse show in the U.S. Founded in 1853 as a one-day show to encourage better breeding and care of horses, the show has grown to a weeklong tradition with thousands of equestrian and equine pairs competing in a variety of competitive disciplines. Many of the continent’s top professional riders as well as amateurs compete under the spectacular setting featuring the famous oaks at Grafton Farm—the same location as 1853. UCHS is a 501(c)3 charitable organization that raises funds for The Churches of Upperville Outreach Program and supports other area charities. For complete schedules and up-to-the- minute results, visit the website at www.upperville.com.