THE Nissan Easter Festival will celebrate its 10th year of equestrian excellence at the Kyalami Equestrian Park from April 13 to 22.
The festival will include professional and amateur riders from the entire country as well as from Zimbabwe, Botswana, Swaziland, Zambia and Namibia.
A number of disciplines will be on display, including showing, equitation, dressage and showjumping from 70cm right through to 1.5m.
On April 13, the show commences with showing, dressage and equitation.
“All are welcome and for free,” said show director Heather Mpofu.
“This show really does have something for everyone, including the most enjoyable Nissan gymkhana games for the kids on Easter Sunday and a visit from the Easter bunny.
“There’s also the nail-biting Nissan six-bar competition where only time will tell if new records will be set this year.
“The children’s area is free from April 20 to 22, with arts and crafts that will keep creative little minds busy for hours. “Nissan will host test drives with giveaways from April 19 to 22.”
One of the most prestigious titles up for grabs is the Nissan SA Outdoor Grand Prix, which takes place on Easter Monday at 2pm. The crowd will be wowed by world-class performances of equestrian excellence.
The multiple winner of the Grand Prix, Barry Taylor, says anyone can take the title come April 22.
“We are early on in the season and so some riders have struck form faster than others, meaning that absolutely anyone can win in three weeks’ time. The capacity crowds add a whole new dimension to the Grand Prix class and it really does come down to the horse and rider combination that can stay focused and together.”
For further information, keep an eye on the Nissan Facebook page and Kyalami Equestrian Park Facebook page or follow #NissanEasterFest on Twitter.
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