Rolex Central Park Horse Show 2017
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Central Park Horse Show
In its fourth year, the Rolex Central Park Horse Show will once again highlight the versatility, athleticism, and majesty of the horse, as participating horse and rider combinations from a broad array of disciplines will take to Wollman Rink with the remarkable New York City skyline setting the atmosphere for this iconic competition. NBC Sports Network will broadcast the $216,000 Grand Prix CSI 3* presented by Rolex on Wednesday, September 27, from 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Kent Farrington (USA) and McLain Ward (USA), currently the #1 and #2 ranked show jumpers in the world, will highlight the CSI 3* competition, while Isabell Werth (GER), Laura Graves (USA), and Carl Hester (GBR), internationally ranked at #1, #2, and #3 respectively for the discipline of dressage, will contest CDI competition during the event.
The immensely popular Family Day, open to the general public, will take place on Sunday, September 24, and feature hands-on interactions and learning experiences with horses, alongside an array of family-friendly activities.
For more information on the 2017 Rolex Central Park Horse Show and ticket sales for the event, please visit www.centralparkhorseshow.com.
2017 Rolex Central Park Horse Show Schedule
Wednesday, September 20:
U.S. Open Arabian Horse Show presented by Aljassimya Farm
Gates open at 6:00 p.m. Competition begins at 6:30 p.m.
Thursday, September 21:
Junior/Amateur 1.20m Jumper Speed Class
Gates open at 6:00 p.m. Competition begins at 6:30 p.m.
U.S. Open $40,000 FEI Speed Class CSI 3*
Competition begins at 8:00 p.m.
U.S. Open $50,000 Puissance (High Jump Exhibition)
Competition begins at 9:00 p.m.
Friday, September 22:
U.S. Open $10,000 CDI Grand Prix (Dressage)
Gates open at 1:00 p.m. Competition begins at 1:30 p.m.
U.S. Open $25,000 Hollow Creek Farm Under 25 Grand Prix (Show Jumping)
Gates open at 6:00 p.m. Competition begins at 6:30 p.m.
U.S. Open $216,000 Grand Prix CSI 3* presented by Rolex
Competition begins at 8:00 p.m.
Saturday, September 23:
Hunter Classes presented by the Gochman Family and Dr. Betsee Parker
$1,000 Pony Hunter Classic$2,500 Junior/Amateur and Professional Hunter Classes
U.S. Open $50,000 Duchossois Cup
Gates open at 1:00 p.m. Competition begins at 1:30 p.m.
U.S. Open $50,000 CDI Grand Prix Freestyle presented by Axel Johnson Group
Gates open at 6:00 p.m. Competition begins at 6:30 p.m.
Sunday, September 24: Family Day – FREE General Admission
Gates open 12:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
A portion of ticket sales will benefit a lengthy list of New York, as well as equestrian-based, charities. Seating is limited and the demand for tickets is expected to be high.All seats have unobstructed views.
All ticket sales are final, non-transferable; no refunds and no exchanges.Gates open 30 minutes prior to start of event.
For Reserved Seating questions, please contact 1-844-319-CPHS (2747) or email cphs.tickets@img.com.
For VIP Table Sales, please contact vip@centralparkhorseshow.com.
About Rolex Central Park Horse Show
Originally launched in September 2014, Rolex Central Park Horse Show is the first-ever outdoor, multi-day equestrian sporting event in New York City, showcasing some of the best show jumpers and dressage riders in the world as they vie for top prizes against a backdrop of skyscrapers in one of the world’s most iconic venues. As the event founder, Mark Bellissimo is the CEO of Equestrian Sport Productions and International Equestrian Group LLC; Managing Partner of Wellington Equestrian Partners (WEP), Tryon Equestrian Partners and Colorado Equestrian Partners; and Publisher of The Chronicle of The Horse magazine. The Rolex Central Park Horse Show will feature five days of multi-discipline equestrian sport and performances, ranging from Arabians and Dressage to Hunters and Show Jumping.
For more information, visit www.centralparkhorseshow.com or Facebook at and follow @cphorseshow on Twitter and Instagram.
About ROLEX
Rolex, the Swiss watch brand headquartered in Geneva, enjoys an unrivaled reputation for quality and expertise the world over. Its Oyster and Cellini watches, all certified as Superlative Chronometers for their precision, performance and reliability, are symbols of excellence, elegance and prestige. Founded by Hans Wilsdorf in 1905, the brand pioneered the development of the wristwatch and is at the origin of numerous major watchmaking innovations, such as the Oyster, the first waterproof wristwatch, launched in 1926, and the Perpetual rotor self-winding mechanism invented in 1931. Rolex has registered over 400 patents in the course of its history. A truly integrated and independent manufacturing company, Rolex designs, develops and produces in-house all the essential components of its watches, from the casting of the gold alloys to the machining, crafting, assembly and finishing of the movement, case, dial and bracelet. Rolex is also actively involved in supporting the arts, sports, exploration, the spirit of enterprise, and the environment through a broad palette of sponsoring activities, as well as philanthropic programs.