MistyofSunrise

~ a recurring "SVI Monthly Show" Specialty Event ~ For details on how to enter, see the main show journal linked above. Opens: May 1st, 2026 ~ Closes: June 1st, 2026 The Preakness Meet held the third weekend in May at Pimlico Racecourse in Maryland, USA [EMOTE] Thoroughbreds only [EMOTE] ABOUT: The 2nd race of the Triple Crown series - the Preakness - plus several other prestigious stakes races. SETTING: Pimlico Racecourse has an oval with both dirt and turf tracks. Races are run left handed (counter clockwise). WEATHER: Clear. High of 80°F.      the 2nd SVI running of the The Hilltop Stakes …………………………………..……………………. 8 furlongs on turf    Black Type Stakes. $100,000 purse. For Thoroughbred fillies Three years old. No previous experience required. Weights: assigned.     🔸 Judging: rng, minimum field of 3 horses (ghost horses to fill if needed).      the 2nd SVI running of the Black-Eyed Susan Stakes ………………………..………………………. 9 furlongs on dirt    Grade 2 Stakes. $300,000 purse.

~ a recurring "SVI Monthly Show" Specialty Event ~ For details on how to enter, see the main show journal linked above. Opens: May 1st, 2026 ~ Closes: June 1st, 2026 “Derbyshire May Days”  held in early May at Derbyshire Park in Chesterfield, England [EMOTE] all racing breeds allowed [EMOTE] ABOUT: Welcome in the month of May with flat racing and national hunt racing in the UK. Races include several graded stakes. SETTING: Derbyshire Park is located near Chesterfield in the center of England. The Park includes turf, dirt and national hunt tracks, a large grandstand and paddock area. It’s spring so the surrounding trees are bursting into life with bright green leaves, and flowers are in bloom on the grounds. WEATHER: Scattered clouds but dry conditions. High around 17°C (65°F).      the 4th running of the Mae Blossoms Handicap …………………………………..…………….... 8 furlongs on turf    Listed Handicap. £65,000 purse. For race horses, Two years old and upward. No prior experience required.

~ a recurring "SVI Monthly Show" Specialty Event ~ For details on how to enter, see the main show journal linked above. Opens: May 1st, 2026 ~ Closes: June 1st, 2026 Morganson Farm Horse Trials   held in late May at Morganson Farm near Center City, Minnesota USA ABOUT: Winter is gone and eventing riders in the midwest are excited to finally get out in the field! These first few trials are perfect for riders ready to start testing their skills in a more formal show, but still casual enough to not be intimidating. The final event is the inaugural first phase for a new international eventing championship! SETTING: Held at Morganson Farm in Minnesota, a modest but growing equestrian center that holds a variety of shows for beginners to advanced riders, generally, during the warmer months. Dressage tests are often held in the indoor arena (left picture above), while cross country is held around the farm, through fields, woods and water features. Show jumping is held in a sand arena

~ a recurring "SVI Monthly Show" Specialty Event ~ For details on how to enter, see the main show journal linked above. Opens: May 1st, 2026 ~ Closes: June 1st, 2026 Jump Italia held in May at La Villa Rossi near Turin, Italy ABOUT: This Italian equestrian fair is a smaller event but still boasts some impressive competition. Sponsored by Sunrise Valley Intl., Longines and Italfiocchi. SETTING: Set in the far north west corner of Italy, La Villa Rossi is a modest working farm that ties its love of the land, vineyards, and sheep with its charming but quality equine training and showing facilities. See [here] for additional property details. WEATHER: Partly cloudy, chance of light showers in the morning. High around 20°C (68°F). Sport Horse Conformation …………………………………………………………..……. indoor arena    €1,000 purse | halter class - Open to all equine breeds, 3 years old and upward. Must be shown in a bridle with lead or reins. Braiding optional, though turnout should be neat. Handler