Highlands Cup Horse Show Brings World-Class Jumping to the Hudson Valley
The October event in Amenia, New York, united elite equestrian competition, luxury automobiles, art, gourmet dining and philanthropy against the scenic backdrop of the Highlands and Silo Ridge.
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A rider at the Highlands Cup Horse Show
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Events were held at Highlands in Amenia, NY
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Spectators on the hillside watched equestrian events
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Views from the Legacy Club attracted other guests
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World class riders were competing
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A $340,000 prize was at stake
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The stable was the setting for the Bridlemont Concours
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Elegant classic vehicles were displayed in the stable
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Viewers cast ballots for the People’s Choice Award
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A row of tents featured luxury boutiques
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Clothing, furnishings, accessories were offered for sale
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Jewelry was among merchandise with equestrian themes
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Drivers were invited to steer hardy Grenedier automobiles through a rugged cross-country trail
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Rough terrain was a picturesque challenge to amateur drivers
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Spectators picnicked on the hillside
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A Concession Stand served hungry guests
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Chicken tenders and lobster roll on the menu for outdoor dining
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Guests were welcomed to inspect the jumper course and obstacles
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Art was exhibited in a course side gallery
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Many pieces on display had equestrian themes
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Glass and iron sculptures by Sebastian Leon complemented the vehicles
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Auction bids and donations will send Brendan Murphy’s giant bear sculpture to a hospital for children
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Press conferences presented winners to the public
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Tennis great Ilie Nastase and other illustrious panelists in an evening program
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The spacious Legacy Club dining lounge, wellness and hospitality areas were designed and curated by architect Andrew Franz.
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Rustically modern viewing and social spaces intermingle in the Legacy Club
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Furnishings in the Legacy Club were designed by Aguirre, Found Collectibles, Roche Bobois, Rosemary Hallgarten, Cavallo by Jessica Gersten, and others
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Guests could take home memories and wonderful souvenirs
The Highlands Cup Horse Show was a totally world-class event. Held over two glorious October weekends, it featured the best horse show jumpers on earth as well as a display of exclusive automobiles, art exhibitions, gourmet hospitality, exclusive boutiques, the Autumn Invitational Discovery Land Co., Masters Highlands Cup and Bridlemont Concours. Collectors, competitors and guests from across the country gathered in Amenia, NY, just across the border from Connecticut and adjacent to Silo Ridge.
Spectators on the hillside and in the exclusive Legacy Club watched world-class jumpers compete for a $340,000 grand prize. Browsers voted for favorites among meticulously preserved classic automobiles. Children jumped in a bouncy castle, guests listened to tennis great Ilie Nastase and other illustrious panelists, and generous patrons bid on art in an Evening of Giving auction benefitting charities Angels Road to the Top. Everyone dined on delicious cuisine, from classic favorites cooked in the haybale decorated Concession Stand to the gourmet fare served in the luxurious lounge spaces of the Legacy Club.
Showcasing the vision of CEO and Founder Pedro Torres, the 1000 acre Highlands Hudson Valley site and neighboring Silo Ridge are emerging as a summertime alternative to Wellington, FL. These premier community settings allow horse lovers and families to flourish in privacy amid stunning landscapes, top sports and modern luxury.
