Exclusive Coverage of the 2026 US Dressage Finals presented by Adequan® on YourDressage
Championship season has officially commenced! On this page, we have compiled all things related to the 2026 US Dressage Finals presented by Adequan®, including the Great American Insurance Group/USDF Regional Dressage Championships, so you don’t miss a single second of the action. Check back frequently to get the latest scoop this championship season!
The 2026 US Dressage Finals presented by Adequan® will be held October 29 through November 1, 2026, at the World Equestrian Center in Wilmington, Ohio. This national, head-to-head competition showcases competitors in Adult Amateur and Open divisions at Training Level through Grand Prix, and Junior/Young Riders at Training Level through Intermediate I.
The Latest Coverage
2026 US Dressage Finals presented by Adequan® Perpetual Trophy Results
Ten highly coveted perpetual trophies are presented each year at the US Dressage Finals – check out who earned the ultimate honors this year!
Region 8 Takes 2026 Regions Cup Honors
The annual Regions Cup competition features four horse/rider teams vying for top honors and bragging rights for their region.
Teenage Newcomer Wows Judges to Close Out 2026 US Dressage Finals
By Alice Collins: The final day of the 2026 US Dressage Finals crowned the final 10 champions of the four-day show at WEC-Ohio, where 37 champions were crowned.
Jennifer Truett and Absolute Dream Top Open Grand Prix Freestyle at US Dressage Finals
Saturday evening’s Grand Prix Freestyle Open Championship closed out the third day of competition at the 2026 US Dressage Finals in style, as Jennifer Truett was victorious with Absolute Dream.
An Abundance of Champions Take Day Three of the US Dressage Finals by Storm
By Alice Collins: The third day of competition at the the 2026 US Dressage Finals on October 31 was full of spooktacular performances, which saw an incredible 14 champions crowned.
Laurie Moore and Lavant VDP Light Up Friday Night on Day Two of the US Dressage Finals Presented by Adequan®
By Alice Collins: On Friday the second day of the 2026 US Dressage Finals came to a thrilling conclusion as Laurie Moore guided her own Lavant VDP to victory in the Grand Prix Open Championship.
Cecelia Stewart and Serenade MF Capture 2026 US Dressage Finals Presented by Adequan® Title as Region 8 Qualifiers Dominate
By Alice Collins: 3 of the 8 daytime titles on Friday at the 2026 US Dressage Finals were won by riders who qualified through Region 8.
Olivia LaGoy-Weltz Headlines Opening Day of 2026 US Dressage Finals Presented by Adequan®
By Alice Collins: The 13th US Dressage Finals presented by Adequan® opened on Thursday crowning the first four of the 37 champions that will be named.
The 2026 Centerline of Champions – Wednesday
From move-in to ring familiarization & exploring the venue, competitors, vendors, show staff, & volunteers were busy in preparation for Finals to kick off!
Strong Growth in Championship Participation at 2026 US Dressage Finals
By Alice Collins: The depth of the 2026 field sets the stage for highly competitive championship classes throughout the four-day event.
Eleven Reigning Champions To Contest 2026 US Dressage Finals
By Alice Collins: No fewer than 11 of the 2025 champions are expected to return to the 2026 competition — some to defend their titles, others to campaign at new levels.
Regional Championships
To compete at the US Dressage Finals, horse and rider combinations must first qualify through one of the nine Great American Insurance Group/USDF Regional Championships. Stay tuned for stories and galleries as the action unfolds throughout September and October!
Great Things, Iberian Grace, Tough Odds
Haida represents everything that makes the Pura Raza Española breed magical: baroque elegance, intelligence, and an unshakeable desire to please.
Absolute Dream: A Dream Worth Fighting For
We were ready for Regionals, & I couldn’t have been more excited. But ten days after earning 80%, Dreamy was on the operating table fighting for his life.
Aspen in My Heart
After a year & a half of rehab I was riding at the walk for 15 mins & trot for 5 mins, & she was sound. Dr McRae told me I needed to get serious about dressage.
Recognizing Youth Excellence: 2026 USDF/Dressage4Kids U-13 Regional Merit Awards
The USDF/Dressage4Kids U-13 Regional Merit Awards recognize the two highest scoring 13-&-under riders at Training & First Levels at each Regional Championship.
Ribbons, Rain, and Lots of Smiles
We’ve rounded up some of the social media posts to celebrate this year’s Great American/USDF Regional Dressage Championships. Congratulations to all who competed!
My First Regional Championships with Mega
“We competed in our very first dressage show in June, and since then I have completely fallen in love with the sport. I couldn’t ask for a better partner.”
When One Door Closes
If someone had told me that a phone call following one of the hardest days would lead me to another special Fjord, I probably wouldn’t have believed them.
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