Flintfields Horse Park in Traverse City will host the FEI North American Youth Championships for dressage and jumping in 2026 and 2027, with the 2026 event scheduled for July 28-August 2. This prestigious annual competition, the only FEI championship held in North America, features multiple age divisions for both jumping and dressage, including Children, Pre-Junior, Junior, Young Rider, and U25 categories. The event offers team and individual competitions and serves as a key platform for young equestrian athletes to advance their careers.
Traverse City Horse Shows, which organizes 13 weeks of equestrian events each summer at Flintfields, including 12 weeks of FEI-ranked competitions, praised the location for its ideal summer conditions and vibrant community. The season culminates with the Tournament of Champions, featuring high-profile events like the Longines FEI Jumping World Cup and the American Gold Cup, further establishing Traverse City as a premier destination for championship-level equestrian sport.
