World-Class Show Jumping Set to Return to 2024 Old Salem Farm Spring Horse Shows

The Old Salem Farm Spring Horse Shows host competitions for riders of all levels and ages, ranging from young children on ponies to Olympic veterans, such as local hero McLain Ward (USA), Daniel Bluman (ISR) and Rodrigo Pessoa (BRA), aboard their grand prix mounts. Week 1 (May 7-12) is USEF ‘National-6’ rated for hunters and jumpers and designated FEI CSI3*; Week 2 (May 14-19) is USEF ‘Premier-6’ rated and designated FEI CSI4*.

“Over the last few years, Old Salem Farm has taken major steps to become one of the nation’s finest horse show facilities and we greatly appreciate everyone’s support of our shows,” said Scott Hakim, owner and president of Old Salem Farm. “This year’s Spring Horse Shows promise to be the best yet, as many of the top athletes competing at Old Salem will be here with their eyes set on this summer’s Paris Olympic Games. We look forward to welcoming everyone back for another fantastic event!”

Last year’s world-class field at the Old Salem Farm Spring Horse Shows included stars such as five-time U.S. Olympian McLain Ward © SEL Photography

Week 2 competition follows May 14-19, featuring the $65,000 Welcome Stake of North Salem Presented by The Kincade Group, $38,700 FEI 1.45m Two-Phase, $38,700 FEI 1.45m Jump-off Presented by Fidelity Investments, $25,000 USHJA National Hunter Derby, $25,000 Old Salem Farm Jumper Classic, Evergate Stables’ $15,000 Show Jumping Hall of Fame Junior/Amateur Jumper 1.40m Classic, Governor’s Perpetual Hunt Seat Cup Presented by Lillie by Flying Changes and the $5,000 Old Salem Farm Grooms’ Class Presented by McLain Ward, Inc., before concluding on Sunday, May 19, with the $200,000 Empire State Grand Prix Presented by Old Salem Farm.

2023 Empire State Grand Prix champions Hunter Holloway (USA) and Pepita Con Spita

© SEL Photography