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Make it an Oktoberfest to remember at Stable View!
Make plans to join us for the Oktoberfest CCI and HT VIP Experience on Saturday, September 28th! From 11am to 4pm, VIP ticket holders receive access to the Stable View Pavilion’s Upper Deck with a 360-degree view of all the action.
Enjoy a catered luncheon with delicious fare including Stone Crab Claws with Mustard Sauce, Crème Fraiche – Vodka Deviled Eggs with Caviar, Waffle Fried Chicken with Syrup and Hot Sauce, Sauerbraten Sliders with Red Cabbage, Apple Strudel, and more delectable delights. Cool off with a cold beverage from a selection of beer, wine, and non-alcoholic options on site. Each guest also receives Stable View swag to take home.
VIP guests are encouraged to relax in a Stable View Adirondack chair at the Pavilion as well as stroll around the expansive property to experience all that Stable View has to offer.
Oktoberfest Saturday Happenings:
- Watch some of the top international eventers compete in the CCI2*-S, CCI3*-S and CCI4*-S divisions in addition to national levels from Beginner Novice through Advanced. Cheer on our competitors!
- The Aiken Horsepower Association’s Annual Car Show will be on site adjacent to the Pavilion featuring fast cars and hot rods along with knowledgeable car owners to chat about their wheels. Do you feel the need for speed?
- Vendor Row is full of local and national vendors featuring equestrian and non-equestrians’ gifts and goods just in time for holiday shopping lists! Grab a special keepsake from Oktoberfest.
End the day with friends at the Graze & Gaze happy hour sponsored by StableFeed from 5pm-7pm! The Graze & Gaze is hosted downstairs in the Pavilion at Ollie’s Pub. Complimentary food and beverages (beer, wine, non-alcoholic options) for VIP guests, competitors, and families. - VIP Luncheon tickets are $150 per person and are available at Stable View Oktoberfest VIP. Children under 5 years old are free.
- Tickets can be purchased here.
U.S. Weekend Preview
The Fork at Tryon (NC): [Website] [Entries/Ride Times] [Scoring] [Volunteer]
Aspen Farms H.T. (WA): [Website] [Entries/Ride Times] [Volunteer]
The Event at Skyline (UT): [Website] [Entries/Ride Times] [Volunteer]
Flying Cross Farm H.T. (KY): [Website] [Entries/Ride Times/Scoring] [Volunteer]
Otter Creek Fall H.T. (WI): [Website] [Entries/Ride Times] [Scoring] [Volunteer]
Marlborough H.T. (MD): [Website] [Entries/Ride Times] [Scoring] [Volunteer]
GMHA September H.T. (VT): [Website] [Entries/Ride Times] [Scoring] [Volunteer]
News & Reading
A study from the University of Bristol reveals that veterinarians often feel a conflict of interest in terms of balancing proper horse care and welfare with the owner’s desire to compete. Read the breakdown on this important finding here.
What’s it like to go eventing in Alaska? Spoiler alert: it’s GORGEOUS. Get some FOMO in this clinic write-up from the USEA.
Do you want to highlight your equestrian small business? The Plaid Horse has a contest designed just for you!
What did Capt. Mark Phillips make of the Defender Burghley cross country? Find out in his Horse & Hound column here.
Sponsor Corner: Stable View
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Cosby Green stopped by The Jon and Rick Show, fresh off another 5* with the ageless Copper Beach.
