Three Weeks to Go: The Summer Classic Ignites a New Season at Longines Tops International Arena

The Countdown is On: Just Three Weeks Until the Summer Classic

Get ready - summer starts here. From 11 to 13 July 2025, the Summer Classic officially launches the 2025 season at Longines Tops International Arena, marking the first of the Summer Festival events and setting the stage for a sensational season ahead.

Set in the heart of Valkenswaard, the Summer Classic is more than just a competition - it's a celebration of equestrian excellence, family entertainment, and global sport. Whether you're a passionate show jumping fan, a rider, or simply searching for an unforgettable weekend in the Dutch countryside, this is your invitation to experience world-class sport up close.

To mark the occasion, we’re also proud to reveal the official event poster - a visual celebration of what’s to come.

A Season Opener Like No Other

The Summer Classic brings together top-tier CSI2* and CSI1* show jumping, family-friendly attractions, premium hospitality, and a buzzing outdoor atmosphere. But 2025 adds something extraordinary to the mix: the Baran Global Hunter Classic.

A New Era Begins: The Baran Global Hunter Classic Makes its European Debut

For the first time ever, the prestigious Baran Global Hunter Classic lands on European soil - and it’s happening exclusively at Longines Tops International Arena.

This isn’t just a class - it’s a revolution in hunter sport. With a format that features teams of three riders (a professional, an amateur or junior, and an elite 5* show jumper), the competition celebrates mentorship, multi-generational excellence, and technical brilliance.

With €300,000 in prize money on the line and a format never seen before in Europe, this event promises to deliver elegance, intensity, and innovation in equal measure.

Hosted by Kristen Baran and Andrew Lustig, in partnership with Jan Tops, the Baran Global Hunter Classic aims to elevate hunter competition to new heights, broaden its global reach, and spotlight the grace and harmony that define the discipline.

“This initiative is designed with the goal to support and grow the North American hunter industry by providing global exposure for its riders, owners, and horses,” says Kristen Baran.

Don’t miss the moment history is made.

Secure Your Tickets Now

The countdown is on - and tickets are going fast.
Be there as a new season begins and a new chapter unfolds in the sport of show jumping and hunters.

Book your tickets today and join us at the Summer Classic from 11 to 13 July 2025 at Longines Tops International Arena.

Let the Summer Festival begin.