About
The Best Weekend All Year
The Defender Kentucky Three-Day Event is one of the world’s premier equestrian 5* events showcasing the world’s highest level of equestrian eventing. Held the last weekend in April in Lexington, Kentucky, this internationally renowned event draws the best horse and rider combinations worldwide. The weekend attracts people from around the globe to witness leading riders compete in addition to shopping, attractions, and sponsor experiences you can only find here. The Cosequin® Lexington 4* and the Kentucky 4* Invitational Grand Prix presented by Hagyard Equine Medical Institute are hosted over the same weekend for even more opportunities to see exceptional equestrian competitions.
2024 Event Dates are April 25 - 28, 2024.
The Disciplines
An Equestrian Triathlon
The Defender Kentucky Three-Day Event is one of the most prestigious equestrian events in the world. It combines dressage, cross-country, and show jumping phases, and the winner of the three-day event is the pair with the lowest combined score.
Ticket Information
Experience World-Class Equestrian Eventing
There are a variety of ways to enjoy the Defender Kentucky Three-Day Event, including Saturday tailgating, reserved stadium seating, and premier club experiences. The clock is ticking, buy your tickets ahead of time online now!
Event Dates April 25 - 28, 2024
download the cross-country app
Explore the Cross-Country Courses
If Cross-Country day is your favorite, you need the Cross Country App! From the app you can explore the interactive map of the 2023 Cross-Country course with photos and video guides. Plus, spectators can find their location on the course and turn on the Venue Guide to see food, arenas, big screens, restrooms and more. *Note, the 2024 Course will not be live until Event Week.
Premium Experiences
Clubs & Hospitality
Reserve your spot in one of our four private clubs with spectacular views, food and beverage service, and other benefits that can make your experience more relaxed, comfortable, and memorable.
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