Mill Spring, NC – May 13, 2015 – Tryon International Equestrian Center (TIEC) will host the first “Saturday Night Lights” Grand Prix event of the 2015 season, showcasing the $50,000 Tryon Grand Prix, this Saturday, May 13 in the George H. Morris Stadium. Gates open to the public at 5 p.m. and competition begins at 6:30 p.m. Admission and parking for the events are free. The “Saturday Night Lights” series will continue throughout the remainder of the Tryon Spring Series (May 13- June 7) and will resume during the four weeks of the Tryon Summer Series competition (June 24-July 19). The venue is immediately located off of Highway 74 at 4066 Pea Ridge Road (exit 170) in Mill Spring, N.C.
The highly anticipated “Saturday Night Lights” series creates an exciting and action-packed atmosphere for visitors and spectators, while offering free entertainment like live band, face painting, airbrushed tattoos, magician, jugglers, Venetian carousel rides, and performances by Fettuccine Brothers and the Asheville Aerial Artists. Onsite restaurants and shopping also available making it a perfect way to enjoy Saturday nights with family and friends. The series brings together the best riders in the sport, each vying to take the top prize, creating a truly memorable night of great competition for audiences and competitors alike. Admission and parking are free.
“We are excited for the first ‘Saturday Night Lights’ event of the season and are looking forward to hosting an event that will bring exposure to the sport in this area and give the general public a chance to experience all that the Tryon International Equestrian Center has to offer,” said Mark Bellissimo, managing partner of the Tryon Equestrian Partners. “These competitions continue to be a highlight for competitors and spectators and we plan to make them a staple in the schedule here for years to come.”
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The George H. Morris Stadium comfortably seats up to 6,000 and a newly installed jumbotron allows spectators to watch the action live from nearly anywhere in the facility. Several hospitality venues will be open offering food and beverages throughout the night. Competition under the lights provides riders with a unique opportunity to showcase their skills in front of a large crowd in a pressured environment, ensuring a fun and memorable night for all.
The “Saturday Night Lights” series will continue next week with the $75,000 Horseware Ireland Grand Prix during Tryon Spring 6 on May 23. For more information on the “Saturday Night Lights” series and for a full competition schedule, please visit www.tryon.com. Please “Like” the TIEC Facebook page at www.facebook.com/tryonresort to be eligible for various contests and promotions.
