Celebrating 50 Years

October 14-19, 2025

Eastern States Exposition
Springfield, MA

One of the Premier Equitation Finals

Since the New England Equitation Championship’s modest beginning in 1976, as the brainchild of Mason Phelps, it has become one of the premier regional medal finals in the country and a tribute to what can be accomplished when horsemen and horsewomen work together for the good of the sport.

As 2025 marks NEEC’s 50th year of competition, we’re excited to hold the Alumni Championship Class on Wednesday, October 15th. Following competition, all competitors, trainers, friends, and family are invited to join us at the Basketball Hall of Fame for a special celebration.

Celebrating 50 Years

October 14-19, 2025

Eastern States Exposition
Springfield, MA

One of the Premier Equitation Finals

Since the New England Equitation Championship’s modest beginning in 1978, as the brainchild of Mason Phelps and first hosted as a single class at one of his shows, it has become one of the premier regional medal finals in the country and a tribute to what can be accomplished when horsemen and horsewomen work together for the good of the sport.

As 2025 marks NEEC’s 50th year of competition, we’re excited to hold the Alumni Championship Class on Wednesday, October 15th. Following competition, all competitors, trainers, friends, and family are invited to join us at the Basketball Hall of Fame for a special celebration. 

Six Days Packed with Fun, Excitement, and Great Competition

NEEC’s unique format dedicates Tuesday and Thursday to adult riders and follows with three days of fun and serious competition for junior riders. 

In honor of our 50th year, we welcome back past NEEC winners for the Alumni Championship on Wednesday. The festivities continue into the evening at the Basketball Hall of Fame for a special 50th celebration.

The esteemed Horsemanship class, Open Equitation classes, and Junior Celebration take place on Friday. Saturday boasts the USHJA Hunter Seat 3’3” Medal Final and Challenge of the States charitable class. Sunday culminates in the prestigious NEHC Junior Medal Final – a weekend to remember!

Many thanks to our family of loyal sponsors