The most successful desert seasons start long before the first horse arrives in Greater Palm Springs! Whether you are planning a few weeks of competition or an entire winter campaign, now is the time to mark your calendar with a few key dates that will help set your season up for success.
As we countdown to the start of the 2026-2027 Desert International Horse Park season on October 28, here are a few key dates to keep in mind:
📅 August 1 – Season stall, RV and paddock reservations open – Planning on joining us for the majority of the winter? Saturday, August 1 is the date you will not want to miss for your full season-long reservations!
For National Sunshine Series, Desert Holiday and Desert Circuit, entries and weekly stall, RV, paddock and VIP Palm Club reservations will open on the following dates:
📅 August 15 – National Sunshine Series entries and reservations open
📅 October 1 – Desert Holiday entries and reservations open
📅 November 1 – Desert Circuit entries and reservations open
The desert season will be here before you know it. Plan ahead, secure your spot and get ready to enjoy another incredible winter of competition, sunshine and unforgettable memories at Desert International Horse Park!
To be the first to know as schedules and prize lists are released, be sure to follow DIHP on Facebook and Instagram. To learn more about all upcoming competitions, visit deserthorsepark.com.