The first full weekend of November brings National Steeplechase Association racing to Montpelier, championship hunter/jumper classes in Lexington, a hunter pace in Bedford County, season-closing schooling shows and a Veterans Day polo match at Great Meadow. Here's where to be November 6–8.
Weekend highlights
Montpelier Fall Horse Trials (November 7–8)
The Montpelier Hunt Races bring National Steeplechase Association hurdle and timber racing to the lawn of James Madison's home at Montpelier Estate in Montpelier Station. Expect the full day-at-the-races traditions, including tailgating and a hat contest. Confirm the race schedule, gate times and tickets with the organizer before you go.
VHSA Associate Finals (November 5–8)
The Virginia Horse Shows Association's Associate Finals run Thursday through Sunday at the Virginia Horse Center in Lexington, per the venue's 2026 provisional calendar. Check with the Horse Center for the class schedule and spectator details.
Bedford County Hunt Hunter Pace (November 6 and 8)
The Bedford County Hunt Hunter Pace/Trail Ride Series wraps up its season with two runnings at Long Meadows Farm in Huddleston, on Friday and Sunday. Teams ride a flagged course through hunt country in Hunt, Pleasure and Junior divisions, with series points counting toward the season's perpetual trophies.
VADA/Nova November Schooling Show (November 7–8)
VADA/Nova closes its season with a dressage schooling show and Schooling Championship at Morven Park International Equestrian Center in Leesburg, judged by Noel Williams "R". Confirm ride times with the chapter.
Keystone Acres and Veterans Cup Polo (November 8)
Sunday brings the final Keystone Acres date on the VA Eventing & Dressage Show Series, the Fall II CT & Dressage Show at Keystone Acres in Chesterfield. It is open to all levels with no membership required. In The Plains, Great Meadow hosts Veterans Cup: Polo with Purpose, a Veterans Day weekend match. Our listing is light on details, so check start time and tickets with the organizer.
Looking ahead
The Virginia Field Hunter Championships return to Morven Park November 14–15. The following weekend, the AQHA Virginia Harvest Festival fills the Virginia Horse Center November 20–22. Beverly Equestrian settles its season standings at the Beverly Circuit Finals on November 21. The VA Eventing series closes out with the Calais Horse Trials & Combined Test at Calais (Level Green Riding School) in Powhatan on November 22, held rain or shine.
Event details can change, so always confirm with the organizer before you travel. Browse the full event calendar for more.
Photo: Montpelier Estate, Montpelier Station.