Clinics, Shows, and other Equestrian Events
Biltmore hosts several popular equestrian events throughout the year, including day camps, clinics, lectures, and rides. For more information, please contact equestrian@biltmore.com.
Due to the damage our estate trails and pastures sustained during Tropical Storm Helene, all Biltmore Equestrian Center events will be canceled for the remainder of the year. For further updates regarding our recovery from the storm, visit our Facebook page and Biltmore’s Weather Update page.
September 20 & 21, 2024
Biltmore Ride & Tie
Riders and runners compete in races of various distances from introductory level through 30+ miles in a hybrid endurance riding/trail running event.
September 21, 2024
Biltmore Fall Endurance Ride to Benefit Hope for Horses
Participation in this annual endurance event, which highlights the beautiful estate trail system, supports Hope for Horses, whose vision is “for all horses to live out their lives with dignity in safe and enriching homes.” Event features 25-mile, 50-mile, and Introductory distances, with Adult and Junior rides available. Sanctioned by AERC, SERA, and SEDRA. View event details.
October 5 & 6, 2024
French Broad Classic NATRC Competitive Trail Ride
The North American Trail Riding Conference competitions highlight the horse and rider’s ability to navigate trail systems and obstacles typically encountered on trails. View event details.
October 12 & 13, 2024
Biltmore Equestrian Hunter-Jumper Series (BEHJS)
The fourth show of 2024, the BEHJS includes divisions for all levels of riders and awards championship prizes at the end of the season. Saturday is the Hunter Schooling Show, followed on Sunday by the Jumper Schooling Show. Come for one and stay for all! View event details.
October 14–18, 2024
Jesse Peters “The Biltmore Heart of Horsemanship Experience”
Jesse Peters, Master Natural Horsemanship Instructor, Master Natural Horse Development Specialist, and Master Happy Horse Happy Life Instructor, guides you through a unique education-vacation horsemanship experience at iconic Biltmore Estate.
November 2, 2024
Dressage Ride-a-Test Schooling Show
Put your skills to the test with the ride of your choosing under the watchful eye of successful Grand Prix rider Deb Thomas! Receive feedback, then apply it to improve on your second ride, which takes place shortly after the first.
November 9 & 10, 2024
Biltmore Equestrian Hunter-Jumper Series (BEHJS)
The fifth and final show of 2024, the BEHJS includes divisions for all levels of riders and awards championship prizes at the end of this final weekend of competition! Saturday is the Hunter Schooling Show, followed on Sunday by the Jumper Schooling Show. Come for one and stay for all! View event details.
