Equifest

Equifest Equifest showcases all things equine, in a way that inspires, connects, and powers the industry.

🎉 GIVEAWAY WINNER! 🎉Congratulations Sophie Pigott! You've won 2 tickets to the 4CYTE™ Festival of Speed this Friday 16 O...
14/10/2026

🎉 GIVEAWAY WINNER! 🎉

Congratulations Sophie Pigott! You've won 2 tickets to the 4CYTE™ Festival of Speed this Friday 16 October 🏁

We loved Sophie's memory of Russell Higgins' liberty clinic, and how it took her back to a horsemanship day at Foxton Racecourse around 15 years ago. Russell was judging, and she surprised him by standing up on her horse's back to complete the obstacles! 🤩 What a full-circle moment, and now you can catch Russell across all three days at Equifest 2026.

Sophie, please PM us to claim your tickets, Enjoy the night! 🎶

Thank you to everyone who shared their favourite Equifest memories, we loved reading them and can’t wait to make more with you in just TWO days time! 💕

📍 Claudelands Events Centre, Hamilton | 16–18 October

Driving to Equifest? Here’s the parking low-down 🅿️Plenty of parking is available in Claudelands Park from 7am daily. En...
14/10/2026

Driving to Equifest? Here’s the parking low-down 🅿️
Plenty of parking is available in Claudelands Park from 7am daily. Entry is via the Settlement Centre at 46G Boundary Road.

Street parking is also available around the venue, but please check for any parking restrictions.

Plan ahead and if you would like you can ride the bus for free with your ticket 🚌

Details 👉 www.equifest.co.nz/map

Heading to our new home at Claudelands? 📍You’ll find Claudelands Events Centre on the corner of Brooklyn Road and Heaphy...
13/10/2026

Heading to our new home at Claudelands? 📍

You’ll find Claudelands Events Centre on the corner of Brooklyn Road and Heaphy Terrace, Hamilton. With three action-packed days ahead, we recommend arriving early so you don’t miss a moment!

Map your journey and plan your visit. 🗺️📌
https://claudelands.co.nz/events/about/visiting-claudelands

It’s been a BIG couple of days at Claudelands Events Centre! The behind-the-scenes action is well underway as we get rea...
13/10/2026

It’s been a BIG couple of days at Claudelands Events Centre!
The behind-the-scenes action is well underway as we get ready for Equifest 2026!

Here’s what’s been happening:
430 cubic metres of sand trucked in, that’s approximately 559 tonnes!
400 cubic metres of shavings ready for our stables and yards.
Fencing being built for our outside yards.
Thank you to Pragma Homes, Vision Complete Earthworks Ltd and Arena Surfaces NZ.

And next up, we’re preparing to welcome 204 exhibitors as they pack in over the next two days!

We can’t wait to welcome you to this Friday, 16 October, for three huge days of horses, shopping, learning, competition and so much more. 🤩

One more day to enter our GIVEAWAY! Comment on the original post with your favourite memory and you’re in the draw! 👇
13/10/2026

One more day to enter our GIVEAWAY! Comment on the original post with your favourite memory and you’re in the draw! 👇

Coming to Equifest at Claudelands Events Centre in just THREE days time!? Here’s everything you need to know! 🐴📅 16 to 1...
12/10/2026

Coming to Equifest at Claudelands Events Centre in just THREE days time!? Here’s everything you need to know! 🐴

📅 16 to 18 October 2026
📍 Claudelands Events Centre, Hamilton
🎟️ Ticket office and gates open 8:30am daily
🐎 Event hours: 8:30am to 5:30pm Friday and Saturday, 8:30am to 3pm Sunday
💥 4CYTE™ Festival of Speed | Friday 16 October | 6:30pm to 9:30pm
🎉 Pragma Homes Festival of Fun | Saturday 17 October | 6:30pm to 8:30pm

Grab your crew and plan your visit 👉 https://www.equifest.co.nz/plan-your-visit/

Ever wanted to give Working Equitation a go? 🐴✨This Friday and Saturday morning at Equifest, Working Equitation New Zeal...
12/10/2026

Ever wanted to give Working Equitation a go? 🐴✨

This Friday and Saturday morning at Equifest, Working Equitation New Zealand is bringing fun, interactive demonstrations to Claudelands, and you won’t want to miss them!

Working Equitation is one of the most welcoming sports around, blending horsemanship, precision and practical riding skills. Whether you’re on your first pony or your dream horse, there’s a place for you.

All breeds and all riding backgrounds are welcome. English, Western, Stock Saddle, Iberian or bitless, if you’ve got a willing horse and a sense of adventure, you’re ready to give it a go! 🙌

Watch horse and rider partnerships tackle obstacles that showcase trust, communication and skill, from the elegance of Ease of Handling through to the edge-of-your-seat excitement of the speed rounds.

Led by 2* judges and coaches, and demonstrated by passionate riders from every level and background, this is your chance to discover a sport that truly has something for everyone.

📅 Friday 16 and Saturday 17 October, mornings
📍 Claudelands Events Centre, Hamilton
👉 Check the timetable for demo times: https://www.equifest.co.nz/timetable/

12/10/2026

Claudelands Arena but make it horsey 🤩

Thank you the Team at Arena Surfaces NZ, working tirelessly to get our Indoor Arena Surface in and ready for a big week ahead!

11/10/2026

⏳ This time next week, it will all be over... make sure you're not the one missing out!

Equifest is almost here, and we're packing three action-packed days into Claudelands Events Centre, Hamilton, from 16 to 18 October.

📚 Education: learn from 25+ equine experts across 150+ timetable sessions
🏆 Competition: edge-of-your-seat action in the arena
🛍️ Shopping: over 200 brands under one roof
✨ Nightshows: two electric evenings you'll be talking about all year

Don't want FOMO? Grab your crew, plan your visit, and check out the full programme here: https://www.equifest.co.nz/timetable/

Address

Corner Of Brooklyn Road And Heaphy Terrace Claudelands
Hamilton
3214

Website

Alerts

Be the first to know and let us send you an email when Equifest posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.

Contact The Business

Send a message to Equifest:

Shortcuts

Share

Category