FRIDAY, OCTOBER 23, 2026


Mill Spring, NC – October 24, 2026 – Junior equitation riders took to the ring at the 143rd National Horse Show, setting their sights on Sunday’s 2026 NHS 3'3" Equitation Championship, sponsored by the Hamel Foundation. Riders competed in their respective age divisions: Pérez & Bennett Under 14 Equitation, Pérez & Bennett 14–15 Equitation, and Pérez & Bennett 16–17 Equitation.

Division champions will be crowned on Saturday, October 24, ahead of the National Horse Show $10,000 Adult Amateur Hunter Classic, presented by Mr. & Mrs. Ernest Oare.

Stay up to date with the latest NHS news, orders, results, livestream, and more!

A Final Salute to Saint Louis at the 143rd National Horse Show

A fitting farewell to an extraordinary partnership. Sydney Mohrhardt and her beloved Saint Louis, affectionately known as “Junior,” shared one final moment in the spotlight at the 143rd National Horse Show, closing a remarkable chapter highlighted by championship titles, unforgettable memories, and a bond that extends far beyond the competition ring.

National Horse Show Equitation Posters

Equitation final posters are NOW AVAILABLE for download online!

Sponsor Spotlight

Start your morning at the 143rd National Horse Show with a complimentary cup of coffee, courtesy of our sponsor, COSEQUIN® Joint Health! Stop by their booth on Vendor Row near the warm-up ring daily from 7:00–9:00 a.m. to enjoy a variety of coffee options, including cold brew, to help fuel your day at NHS.

A special thank you to COSEQUIN® for keeping our exhibitors, trainers, and spectators ready for another great day of competition!

Please note: Complimentary coffee will not be available on Monday, October 26.

NHS Candid Gallery

The 143rd National Horse Show is officially underway! Make sure to check out our candid gallery daily to see if you can spot yourself.

NHS Quick Links

The NHS livestream is completely free to watch and will be live on nhs.org starting tomorrow morning.

The National Horse Show's 2026 orders and results are provided by Show Management System.

Features daily class offerings. For more info, check out the 2026 NHS Prize List.