Ottawa Equestrian Tournaments Return for 2025

The Ottawa Equestrian Tournaments return to Wesley Clover Parks, located in the heart of the Nation’s Capital, with a full schedule of hunter/jumper events highlighted by the CSI5*/CSI2* Ottawa International from August 11 to 17, 2025.

A total of six hunter/jumper events will be produced by the Ottawa Equestrian Tournaments organizing committee. Fédération Equestre Internationale (FEI) sanctioned dressage and eventing competitions are also held at Wesley Clover Parks, making it the only Canadian venue to host all three Olympic disciplines at the international level.

The back-to-back Ottawa Welcome I and II tournaments will be held from May 14-18 and May 21-25, 2025. The ever popular Ottawa Summer Tournament I and II will follow from July 2-6 and July 9-13, 2025. Drawing the biggest names in show jumping sport from around the world, the CSI2*/CSI5* Ottawa International takes place from August 11-17, 2025. The 2025 season concludes with the Ottawa National from September 10-14, 2025.

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As one of only three five-star events in eastern Canada, the Ottawa International will showcase the $340,000 USD RBC Grand Prix on Saturday, August 16. Other featured five-star classes include the $32,000 Opener, the $70,000 Steel-Craft Grand Prix Qualifier, and the $75,000 Winning Round. The CSI2* division is highlighted by the $32,000 USD Grand Prix, also held on Saturday, August 16.

Marina Azevedo of Brazil will design the courses throughout the Ottawa International, setting the challenging tracks on Wesley Clover Parks’ impressive grass grand prix field. Always drawing rave reviews from competitors and serving as a source of pride for the organizers, the grass grand prix field has been refreshed and prepared by Wesley Clover Parks’ agronomist to ensure that it is in the best condition possible for this year’s events.

“We’ve been at this for 10 years, even though it seems like only yesterday that we took over stewardship of Wesley Clover Parks,” said Karen Sparks, President of the Ottawa Equestrian Tournaments. “There is a long history of shows that have run here in the past, and we set our sights on taking things to the next level and making it a top international venue from the beginning. We made improvements and investments in the facility and are proud of what we have accomplished over the past decade.

“We are passionate about showcasing the best in our sport and are really excited to offer our own two- and five-star boutique show this year featuring the $340,000 RBC Grand Prix,” continued Sparks, herself a former grand prix contender. “Our international-calibre grass grand prix field continues to be the jewel in our venue’s crown. Overall, Wesley Clover Parks is a beautiful, horse friendly green space nestled into the Nation’s Capital with all the amenities our competitors need, including five-star accommodation and fantastic restaurants, within a few minutes’ drive. It’s a great atmosphere that allows the horses to compete at their very best.”

With many loyal sponsors, several of whom have been with the Ottawa Equestrian Tournaments from its inception, as well as a supportive local community, show jumping sport is showcased at its finest at Wesley Clover Parks.

The 2025 prize lists for all Ottawa Equestrian Tournaments events are now available HERE. As in past years, stabling is expected to sell out quickly. Competitors are encouraged to submit their entries as soon as possible to avoid disappointment!

2025 Calendar of Events – Wesley Clover Parks, Ottawa, Canada

Ottawa Welcome I – May 14-18, 2025
Ottawa Welcome II – May 21-25, 2025
Ottawa Summer Tournament 1 – July 2-6, 2025
Ottawa Summer Tournament II – July 9-13, 2025
CSI2*/CSI5* Ottawa International – August 11-17, 2025
Ottawa National – September 10-14, 2025