Cavaliada—what it is, the 2025/2026 program, where to buy tickets, and what attractions are on offer

What Is Cavaliada??

The Cavaliada Tour is a series of indoor equestrian competitions of international standing, authorized by the FEI (International Equestrian Federation).Held in four Polish cities, it features four disciplines: show jumping, dressage, eventing, and two-horse carriage driving.In addition to the athletic competitions, the program includes a trade show (CAVALIADA EXPO) and entertainment shows.

The competition at the Poznań International Fair has been held since 1993.The Cavaliada brand was founded in 2010, when the Poznań competition at that time was elevated to the international CSI-W level and included a World Cup qualifying event.It was then that a concept combining three elements—sports, a trade show, and a performance—took shape.

In 2012, the series expanded to include Warsaw, and a year later, Lublin (replaced by Sopot in 2021).Since the 2019–2020 season, the grand finale has been held in Kraków.In the 2025–2026 season, Sopot was replaced by Łódź, so the current Cavaliada schedule is: Warsaw, Poznań, Łódź, Kraków.

2025/2026 Season: Stages, Dates, Locations

Starting this season, Perlage is the title sponsor, hence the full name: Perlage CAVALIADA Tour.In the overall standings, the three best results from the first three stages count, and the Kraków final is worth double points.

The Krakow final is the most prestigious event in the series.Sunday Krakow Grand Prix (155 cm jumps, €56,800 prize pool) also serves as the Final of the Central European League World Cup.The Łódź Grand Prix, held in January 2026, was won by Jarosław Skrzyczyński; the entire podium was made up of Polish riders.

Sports

Show Jumping

The Core of the Program.A dozen or so competitions a day, at heights ranging from 110 to 155 cm.The Big Round on Friday and the Grand Prix on Sunday count toward the FEI World Rankings.Among the special competitions, the standout events are Speed & Music (a speed competition set to music) and the hurdle race, in which the hurdles reach two meters in height.

Apart Dressage Tour

Precision, not speed.The horse and rider perform specific figures, and the judges evaluate the fluidity, obedience, and aesthetics of the movements.The final free program is performed to music and often changes the minds of even those who previously thought dressage was boring.

WKKWCavaliada Eventing Tour

It combines elements of dressage, show jumping, and cross-country.In indoor competitions, this refers to natural obstacles in the arena: ditches, mounds, and tree stumps.This discipline tests a horse's versatility; it immediately shows just how important daily physical conditioning and systematic training are.

Carriage Ride: Cavaliada Driving Tour

Two-horse teams.Two horses, a carriage, a timed slalom course.A spectacular competition that regularly draws cheers from the stands.

Cavaliada Future and Performances

The program is rounded out by pony riding competitions for children in the Mini and Midi categories, the Respect Energy Open Tour amateur series, and special demonstrations.Anne-Gaëlle Bertho's first performance in Poland is planned for Kraków in 2026: a liberty show featuring five horses at the same time.

CAVALIADA EXPO: Equestrian Equipment Fair

Each edition of Cavaliada is accompanied by a trade show featuring equestrian equipment and accessories.The arena admission ticket includes access to the EXPO area, so there are no additional costs.

The selection is extensive: saddles, bridles, horse blankets, riding apparel, footwear, stable equipment, horse trailers, feed, supplements, horse care products , industry publications, veterinary services.More than 130 companies are exhibiting at the Poznań edition.In Łódź and Kraków, the scale is smaller, but still significant.

For horse owners, EXPO is an opportunity to compare products side by side, talk to manufacturers, and take advantage of promotions available exclusively during the event.Many exhibitors are preparing limited-edition sets that aren't available for regular sale.

If you're looking for equestrian equipment care products , EXPO is a good time to buy.Comparing products like “Olejuj Skórę” ( ) ( ) or “Czyścioch” ( ) ( ) in person gives you a better idea than a photo on the product page.

Caring for a Racehorse: A Look Behind the Scenes

Behind the scenes at Cavaliada, there is one rule: the horses must look and feel their best.This requires consistent effort, not just one-time preparations before the race.

Leg Recovery After Exercise

The legs of sport horses need to recover after intense exercise: cooling, swelling control, and tendon support.At the outdoor stables next to TAURON Arena, this is an everyday occurrence.One solution is to apply regenerative clays to your legs after work.The same procedure should be followed at every stable, regardless of the horse's competitive level.The difference between a horse competing at 155 cm and a recreational horse lies in the level of exertion, not in the rules for their care.

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Hoof Care

Hoof care is another aspect that is very evident at Cavaliada.Professional teams apply antiseptic solutions to the claws and grooves regularly, not just after a problem arises.Products such as Błękitne Kopyta follow the same approach: prevention that stops rotten frogs from developing before they become a problem.It’s also a good idea to use Mocne Kopyta as a protective hoof oil on a daily basis.

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Coat, mane, tail

The manes and tails of racehorses look like they're straight out of a catalog photo because they're regularly nourished and protected against breakage.Especially in winter, when rugs and hoods rub against the hair on the withers and neck. Mane and Tail Conditioner is great for both daily grooming and before a show.

There’s no way to wash your hair the traditional way at the gym, so it’s a good idea to keep a leave-in shampoo on hand: — it lets you quickly remove dirt without water or a hair dryer.For a thorough cleaning in the stable, Czysty Koń works best .

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Scrapes and scabs

Chafing caused by equipment (saddle, girth, leg protectors) is a common problem among competition horses.At Cavaliada, it is standard practice to secure vulnerable areas before putting on the equipment, rather than reacting after the fact. combines these two functions: it protects and promotes the healing of abrasions.

The winter racing season is also the time of year when mud fever affects horses kept in damp conditions.This problem particularly affects horses that train several times a week on indoor or sand surfaces and, between training sessions, are kept in stalls on wet bedding. 's GrudBye ointment is effective in the prevention and treatment of such lesions.

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Ointment for Eczema · 450 g GrudBye
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Tickets, broadcasts, and practical information

Tickets are sold through the ToBilet.en.The price goes up as the event approaches, so it pays to buy early.The ticket is valid for the entire day; it is exchanged for a wristband at the entrance and grants access to the stands of the main arena and the EXPO area.During the day, you can come and go as you please.VIP tickets with a dedicated area are available separately.Children up to age 3.Children under one year of age are admitted free of charge.

The most important competitions (Grand Prix, Grand Tour) are broadcast live on TVP Sport.Results and live coverage are posted at live.cavaliada.en.

Cavaliada is family-friendly—the organizers run a free educational program for schools and preschools.A Hobby Horse competition is taking place simultaneously at the Mała Hala in TAURON Arena in Kraków.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Cavaliada