From the top of a high green hill, Mark Bellissimo and Roger Smith looked upon a valley with rolling hills and wild terrain and envisioned a global equestrian resort that would become Tryon International. That dream now celebrates 10 years of hosting the world’s top equestrian sport and creating millions of dollars in economic impact. 

Earl Scruggs Music Festival will return to Mill Spring, NC August 30-September 1 with a trifecta of outstanding talent, supreme amenities, and family friendly entertainment. This morning, organizers announced the 2024 lineup will include “Delta Dawn'' hitmaker Tanya Tucker, seminal string band Old Crow Medicine Show, country and bluegrass mainstay Marty Stuart & His Fabulous Superlatives, Colorado jamgrass ensemble Yonder Mountain String Band, and many more first-class pickers.

Preview 2024 Dates and SAVE on Stalls when booked by March 1! Tryon International Equestrian Center & Resort (Tryon International) is the ultimate destination for all who love horses, outdoor living, and an active lifestyle. We offer first-class facilities for equestrian events of all levels and disciplines, located in the Blue Ridge Foothills of Mill Spring, NC. Diverse onsite restaurants, a variety of shops, relaxing lodging getaways, family entertainment, and more make Tryon International an ideal destination, any time of year.

From intimate dining locations with delicious meals and unique drinks, to cozy cabin getaways beneath the Blue Ridge Mountains, to thrilling outdoor events year-round, Tryon International is the perfect spot to bring your date. Check out all we have to offer for you and that special someone!

February 10, 2024 - Winterfest presented by Stuller Power Solutions offered attendees who visited Tryon International’s drive-through light show November 17-December 31, 2023 a unique opportunity: spot the Grinch before he could turn off the lights, scan the QR code, and enter to win a free generator. More than 7,000 entrants participated in the giveaway, and Meghan Crews of Rutherfordton, NC was the lucky winner of the 22k Home Standby Generator by Generac, on offer from Stuller Power Solutions.

Tryon International Equestrian Center & Resort (Tryon International), together with Stuller Power Solutions, presenting sponsor of 2023 Winterfest at Tryon International, gathered together with members of the media and representatives from Duke Energy and Safelight to present a check for nearly $9,000 to the Western NC nonprofit.

Need a winning idea for Valentine’s Day Weekend, but not sure where to start? Tryon International has you covered! Choose your own adventure, from a romantic sunset trail ride to a night of laughs with Comedy Night presented by Comedy Zone. Plus, find delectable dining and comfortable, romantic onsite lodging options to help you craft the perfect date.

Meet Chef Cheepkhunwong, new Sushi Chef at Blue Ginger Sushi! With a highly decorated career spanning across states and decades, he has no shortage of excitement and ideas for this fan-favorite Tryon International restaurant. We are honored to welcome him to Team Tryon and can’t wait for our guests to experience his iconic sushi creations! Continue reading to get to know Chef Cheepkhunwong.

Tryon International is here to help you with all of your holiday shopping needs! Find unique gifts and experiences for each of your loved ones and skip the hassle and bustle of crowded shopping centers. From a wide range of tickets to a multitude of shopping options, services and holiday experiences that can’t be beat, Tryon International offers something for everyone on your list this season.

Advocates, enrollees and elected officials will celebrate the start of Medicaid expansion with an instructional event and press conference at 4:45 on Tuesday, December 12 at the Ridge Room in the International Pavilion of the Tryon International Equestrian Center & Resort (Tryon International). 

Tryon International is proud to partner with Stuller Power Solutions as the title sponsor of Winterfest 2023, also benefiting local nonprofit Safelight through the giveback initiative, Tryon Cares presented by Duke Energy. This give back initiative recognizes and promotes the work of several local charities and supports fundraising efforts in partnership with Tryon International’s corporate sponsors.

Tryon International Equestrian Center & Resort (Tryon International) is proud to announce the return of Tryon Cares presented by Duke Energy as part of 2023’s Winterfest powered by Stuller Power Solutions. The holiday give-back initiative will support local non-profits in our communities through corporate sponsorships. In addition to the benefits of the Winterfest Sponsorship Package, sponsors were given the opportunity to select a non-profit to support this holiday season.

Thanksgiving Weekend at Tryon International Equestrian Center & Resort (Tryon International) features unending festivities for the whole family to enjoy, from live music and movie nights to ice skating, a drive through light show, a holiday shopping market, and so much more. The weekend kicks off Winterfest presented by Stuller Power Solutions with a flurry of fun for all ages, including ticketed and free activities. Preview all events happening November 23-26 below.

Leather With Love is the proud 2023 Circuit Champion Sponsor, providing beautiful leather halters to all 2023 Tryon Fall Series Circuit Champions. Read below to learn more about circuit champions from the Tryon Fall Series.

The Young Horse Show Finals hosted at Tryon International will see horses, owners, breeders, and exhibitors from all across the country, some crossing several states to compete in this prestigious event. One of these exhibitors is Addie Malinski, hailing from Penrose, Colorado. Malinski is traveling to the Young Horse Show Finals to compete with her AWSSR stallion, ASF Air Attack, also known as “Aries”. Aries has grown in internet popularity with his charming personality and striking pinto markings, building a community of over 2,000 horse-loving followers on his Facebook page.

Winterfest at Tryon International powered by Stuller Power Solutions features a dazzling drive-through light show EVERY NIGHT November 17-January 1, ice skating November 24-January 1, and a Winterfest Village weekends in December with holiday attractions, kids activities, live music and performances, and so much more. Before Winterfest Village weekends get underway, Thanksgiving Weekend features an extensive lineup of events and entertainment that you won’t want to miss.

Drawing an enthusiastic crowd to celebrate the close of the fall show series at Tryon International Equestrian Center & Resort (Tryon International), the $78,000 Biltmore Winery Grand Prix CSI 2* ended in another win for Cathleen Driscoll (USA). The thirty-year-old rider was once again aboard Idalgo (Catoki x Quidam’s Olga M), Sher Al Farm’s 2013 Dutch Warmblood gelding, recording a jump off time of 36.53 seconds. Sharn Wordley (NZL) and Della Wordley’s Mick Jagger, the 2008 Hanoverian gelding (Chacco Blue x Acentora), earned second, stopping jump off timers at 37.17 seconds. Marking a 37.87 second jump off time, Alexandra Worthington (USA) and De L’oiseliere, a 2013 Selle Français gelding, would take third on the podium for Turn A Blind Eye LLC.

With fifty competitors vying for victory at Tryon International Equestrian Center & Resort (Tryon International), Cathleen Driscoll (USA) and Idalgo (Catoki x Quidam’s Olga M) claimed the win in Tryon Fall 6’s $39,000 ProElite Welcome Stake CSI 2*. Driscoll and Idalgo recorded a winning time of 41.83 seconds in the jump off. Kristen VanderVeen claimed the remaining podium spots, marking a time of 42.54 seconds to take reserve honors with Bull Run's Faustino De Tili (Berlin x Darco), her own 2005 Belgian Warmblood stallion.

Management has announced three series of rated Hunter/Jumper competition on the 2024 calendar at Tryon International, with more dates and details still to come. All dates are subject to USEF approval. Read below to learn more and plan your competition vacation!

Saturday Night Lights presented by Tryon Horse & Home hosted 60 entries under the lights in Tryon Stadium for the $146,000 Coca-Cola Grand Prix CSI 3*, with Gonzalo Busca Roca (ESP) riding Classified to victory in a time of 38.65 seconds in jump-off competition. Luiz Francisco De Azevedo (BRA) and Collin, the 2007 Dutch Warmblood gelding (Colandro x Amethist), sped through the timers in a time of 38.96 seconds to earn reserve honors. Rounding out the podium, Aaron Vale (USA) and Carissimo 25, the 2013 Holsteiner gelding (Cascadello x Clinton), posted a time of 39.17 seconds for third place.