The U.S. Dressage Federation and U.S. Equestrian Federation announced that the 2025 U.S. Dressage Finals are moving to the World Equestrian Center—Ohio next year and will remain in Ohio for 2026. The competition will be held Oct. 30-Nov. 2, 2025, and Oct. 29-Nov. 1, 2026.

“Based on consistent feedback from competitors over the years regarding the unpredictable nature of the November weather, WEC was selected as the site of the 2025 and 2026 U.S. Dressage Finals … affording competitors and attendees alike an equivalency of experience in all aspects of this highly revered event,” stated a Friday press release from USDF.

WEC—Ohio offers more than 200,000 square feet of climate-controlled riding space, in which all championship classes will be held, more than 750 permanent climate-controlled stalls, onsite dinin and numerous lodging options.

“With over 10 years of Finals experience under our belts, feedback from competitors, and extensive evaluation of options available that can accommodate the number of horses and arenas involved with the Finals, WEC seemed like an obvious choice to enhance an already exceptional event,” USDF President George Williams said in the press release. “We value the long-standing relationship we have had with the Kentucky Horse Park. It is an amazing venue, and we appreciate the support they have provided over the years. Likewise, we are certain the WEC team will work in tandem with our organizing committee to ensure the honor, prestige, and experience matches that to which our competitors have become accustomed, as they take their turn down ‘the centerline of champions.’ The organizing committee, USDF and all involved in the Finals remain dedicated to providing a high-quality competition and experience.”

“We couldn’t be more thrilled for the opportunity to host the U.S. Dressage Finals and provide a national championship level experience to the top dressage competitors across the country,” WEC General Manager TJ Campbell added. “Our facility is renowned as an equestrian sport destination, and we have proudly hosted multiple championship events across several disciplines over the years, which makes us a perfect venue to serve as host for such a prestigious event.”

For more information on the U.S. Dressage Finals, visit www.usdressagefinals.com, or contact usdressagefinals@usdf.org. To learn more about the World Equestrian Center, visit www.worldequestriancenter.com.