Students celebrating success at an equine event at Bishop Burton College

International and Festival of Youth 2026

Running 29 July - 2 August, The International and Festival of Youth is British Eventing's flagship championship for young riders, bringing together the UK's most talented equestrians for an exciting weekend of competition, learning and celebration at Bishop Burton College.

Held on our outstanding equestrian facilities, the International and Festival of Youth showcases the future of eventing through national championship classes, team competitions and inspiring performances from riders across the country.

Alongside the action in the arenas and across the cross-country course, visitors can enjoy a vibrant festival atmosphere with exhibitors, activities and opportunities to discover more about equestrian sport and education.

International and Festival of Youth event timetable

Tuesday 28 July – Youth arrivals 1pm – 6pm
Wednesday 29 July – Youth arrivals 8am – 6pm (please keep arrivals to a minimum between 2.30pm & 4.30pm as vets may be needed for the trot up) & Opening Ceremony
Thursday 30 July – Dressage
Friday 31 July – Dressage
Saturday 1 August – Cross Country - ice can be pre-ordered in 2kg bags here.
Sunday 2 August – Showjumping & Prize Giving

Find the full schedule here.

Festival of Youth Classes

British Eventing & Pony Club classes for 2026 include:

National Junior Championship CCIJ2*-S
Regional Team Championships CCIJ2*-S
National Pony Championship CCIP2*-S
BEU21 CCI2*-S
Regional Team Championships BE100U18L
U21 100L
BEU18 90
Pony Club 110 Open Championship

Fun, games...and hog roast!

Wednesday – Opening Ceremony, Hog Roast & Bar
Thursday – Regional Night
Friday – Games Night, music, food & bar
Saturday – Disco, Photo Booth, food & bar

Get your hog roast tickets by clicking here!

For International and Festival of Youth accommodation booking and information, visit our shop page

Check out our press release about the event here.

For more information on future Equine events, visit our events page.

Solid fuel BBQ's, fire pits and naked flames will NOT be permitted under any circumstances due to the current climate and extremely dry weather.

Currently, we will allow gas BBQ's only but this may be reviewed.

Disposable BBQ’S will also not be permitted.