Media Accreditation Applications Now Open for 2024 Washington International Horse Show

Media accreditation is open for the 66th annual Washington International Horse Show (WIHS) presented by MARS Equestrian™ taking place October 21-27, 2024, at The Show Place Arena in Upper Marlboro, MD.

Media Credential Information

WIHS is pleased to welcome all media onsite this year. A media center in The Show Place Arena will be provided, and press conferences will be held following the WIHS Equitation Finals and the Longines FEI Jumping World Cup™ Washington CSI5*-W for the President's Cup on Saturday, October 26.

Of note, any photographers using a media pass may only sell their photos for media usage — photos cannot be sold or given away to exhibitors. If you would like to sell photos, please apply for a private photographer credential at WIHS.org/mediacenter.

For more information and to apply for media accreditation, please CLICK HERE and complete the form.

Media Credential Form

Show Location

The Show Place Arena, Prince George's Equestrian Center
14900 Pennsylvania Avenue
Upper Marlboro, MD 20772

Parking is free.

Highlights

• World Cup Night (Saturday, October 26): Thrilling FEI World Cup™ jumping including the $340,000 Longines FEI Jumping World Cup™ Washington CSI5*-W for the President's Cup presented by Experience Prince George's, the WIHS Equitation Finals, and the Leading FEI Groom Award in memory of Karen Golding, and shopping on Vendor Row
• Military Night (Friday, October 25): NEW $32,000 Power and Speed, $63,000 Speed Final, the Jump for TAPS supporting Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors, the WIHS Shetland Pony Steeplechase, and shopping on Vendor Row
• MARS Barn Night (Thursday, October 24): Fun for all, especially youngsters. Competition includes the $63,000 International Jumper Welcome and the $32,000 Accumulator Costume Class, and shopping on Vendor Row.
• Kids’ Day presented by Delta Air Lines, a free event, rain or shine (Saturday, October 26, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.): Pony rides, face painting, a horseless horse show, as well as fun and educational hands-on activities for children and families to learn about the wonderful world of horses. Access to arena events is free.