Toyota Easter Festival brings equestrian to community

Kyalami Equestrian Park played host to a number of local and international equestrian riders at the Toyota Easter Festival.

April 22, 2023

Khomotso Makgabutlane 1 minute read

Charley-Ann Crockart rides in the Toyota A1.40m Championship at the Toyota Easter Festival. Photo: Khomotso Makgabutlane

Local residents, equestrian fans and riders from across the African continent recently attended the annual Toyota Easter Festival.

Jessica Jane Prince gives horse Prism a congratulatory hug as she wins the Toyota A1.50m SA Outdoor Grand Prix.Photo: Denford Studios

Rider Jessica Jane Prince on Prism as she takes part in the Toyota A1.50m SA Outdoor Grand Prix at the Toyota Easter Festival. Photo: Denford Studios

Toyota sponsored the event at Kyalami Equestrian Park for the second year in a row. Shows and activities ran from April 1 to 10, with a number of activities to enjoy during the week. The show has run since 1975.

Shari Michaelis in action at the Toyota Easter Festival in Kyalami. Photo: Khomotso Makgabutlane

Kelly O’ Connor takes part in the Toyota Easter Festival held at Kyalami Equestrian Park. Photo: Khomotso Makgabutlane

Some of these included an equestrian fancy dress, the pony rider Toyota SA Outdoor Grand Prix, showing classes showcasing the best of their horses, and much more.
Highlight performances were from the Toyota A1.50m SA Outdoor Grand Prix and SA Junior Outdoor Grand Prix. Winners of each were Jessica Jane Prince on Prism, and Holly Smith riding Capital Clarissimo respectively.