When does the Hot Summer Show 2026 take place?

From July 24, 2026, to August 1, 2026, in the Ostbayernhalle in Rieden Kreuth.

Where is the venue and what is the address?

Ostbayernhalle at Gut Matheshof, Hans-Nowak-Ring 1, 92286 Rieden OT Kreuth.

Is admission for spectators charged?

According to current information, spectator admission is free; no ticket prices have been listed.

Are there parking facilities on the grounds?

Yes, around the event center, about 4,000 paved parking spaces are available.

Is the event indoor and are there seats available?

Yes, the runs take place indoors in the Ostbayernhalle; there are over 4,500 fixed seats and flexible seating available.

How does a tournament day proceed?

Preliminary rounds and class assignments with go rounds at the start of the day, later final rounds; exact times will be published by the organizer in due time.

Reining Elite in Kreuth: Hot Summer Show Ignites Dust, Speed, Cheers Live Now

Name: NRHA Hot Summer Show 2026 – Ostbayernhalle Kreuth
Start: 2026-07-24T02:00:00+02:00
End: 2026-08-02T01:59:00+02:00
Location: Ostbayernhalle

Hot Summer Show 2026: Reining Power in the Ostbayernhalle Kreuth

When the floodlights turn on in Kreuth, the fan chants rise, and the first hoof beats kick up the sand, the NRHA Hot Summer Show 2026 begins. In the legendary Ostbayernhalle, Germany's reining elite gathers for a tournament week filled with field tension, precision, and rapid stops – from July 24 to August 1 in Rieden (OT Kreuth).

The Tournament: Tactics, Technique, Top Rides

The Hot Summer Show is considered a milestone in the calendar of NRHA Germany. Over several show days, professionals and amateurs compete in Open and Non-Pro classes, Rookie levels, and Youth decisions. The focus: formation, line control, clean spins, and powerful sliding stops – every maneuver score decides victory or defeat. From previous years, high-class scores, bronze trophy highlights, and final fever are well-known – the Ostbayernhalle heats up when the top pairs nail their game plans.

Stadium Atmosphere Under One Roof – Comfort for Visitors

The Ostbayernhalle offers more than 4,500 fixed seats, variable seating, and short distances to catering and sanitary areas. On the extensive grounds of Gut Matheshof, around 4,000 paved parking spaces are available. This keeps the mind focused on what matters: the roar of the stands, the commands in the show pen, the emotions in time with the music.

Daily Schedule and Competition Drama

From the first go-rounds to the final patterns: Those who wisely pace their runs, ride clean in pressing, and control the pattern tempo collect judge points. In the youth and rookie classes, it’s about learning curves and nerve strength, while in pro rides, timing, lines, and stop lengths determine outcomes. Spectators experience reining as a precision sport – every turn, every change, every stop tells a story.

Voices of the Fans

The fans' reactions are clear: The Hot Summer Show generates excitement. On Instagram, a fan cheers: 'Finally back in Kreuth – dust, slides, goosebumps!'

Conclusion

A week of pure reining: thrilling duels, stadium atmosphere, and field tension in one of the best riding halls in Europe. Experience top performances live, feel the sand in the air – and mark the date.