
Defender Kentucky Three-Day Event
April 24 - April 27
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 CCI4* and The Kentucky International CSI5* presented by Hagyard Equine Medical Institute are hosted over the same weekend for even more opportunities to see exceptional equestrian competitions.
The Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance will have a booth set up during the event, where patrons and riders to stop by and learn more about accredited aftercare
2025 Event Dates are April 24 – 27, 2025