Photo by Shannon Brinkman Photography.
Tickets for the fifth annual MARS Maryland 5 Star at Fair Hill presented by Brown Advisory are NOW AVAILABLE!
This year’s event will take place October 16-19, 2025 in beautiful Elkton, MD. If you’re looking for a place to stay, be sure to check out hotels and vacation rentals in the area, including Fair Hill, MD, Newark, DE, and other neighborhoods nearby.
The MARS Maryland 5 Star features four days of thrilling equestrian competition, but that’s not all! With a wide variety of family-friendly activities, exciting special events and activations, and diverse food and beverage offerings, there’s something for everyone. Be a part of the excitement at THE Place to be in October. Click here to secure those tickets!
Buck Davidson and Sorocaima. Photo by Shannon Brinkman Photography.
Here’s a look at the preliminary schedule of events each day:
Thursday
- CCI3* Dressage
- CCI5* Dressage
- The USEA Young Event Horse (YEH) East Coast Championships
- Retail Vendors, Food Trucks, Kids Corner, and More!
Friday
- CCI3* Dressage
- CCI5* Dressage
- The USEA Young Event Horse (YEH) East Coast Championships
- Retail Vendors, Food Trucks, Kids Corner, Live Music, and More!
Saturday
- CCI3* Cross Country
- CCI5* Cross Country
- Shetland Pony Races
- Local Beer, Wine, and Spirits Showcase
- The Real Rider Cup
- Retail Vendors, Food Trucks, Kids Corner, Live Music, and More!
Sunday
- CCI3* Show Jumping
- CCI5* Show Jumping
- Maryland Corgi Cup presented by Major League Eventing
- Local Food Festival hosted by Horizon Farm Credit
- Retail Vendors, Food Trucks, Kids Corner, Live Music, and More!
