Media Information: 2026 RBC Ottawa International CSI4* CSI2*
The RBC Ottawa International CSI4* CSI2* returns to Wesley Clover Parks August 11–16, bringing world-class equestrian sport and entertainment to the nation’s capital
Hunter competition opens the week on Tuesday, August 11, followed by Spurs & Sparkles presented by RBC on Wednesday evening in support of the Queensway Carleton Hospital Foundation. International Fédération Equestre Internationale (FEI) CSI4* and CSI2* competition begins Thursday, August 13.
Spectator experiences takes place Friday, August 14 through Sunday, August 16, with many of the sport's biggest names competing in CSI4* and CSI2* international show jumping competition alongside family-friendly entertainment, shopping, food vendors, and VIP hospitality.
Feature competition includes:
Friday, August 14
12:00 p.m. – US$31,020 CSI2* Soltek Qualifier
4:00 p.m. – US$62,500 CSI4* Steel-Craft Door Products Qualifier
Saturday, August 15
10:00 a.m. – US$6,800 CSI2* BFL Canada Speed
2:00 p.m. – US$185,000 CSI4* RBC Grand Prix
Sunday, August 16
10:00 a.m. – US$35,000 CSI2* Canada Gold Grand Prix
2:00 p.m. – US$31,100 CSI4* CIBC Wood Gundy Classic
Beyond the competition, the RBC Ottawa International offers an exciting weekend destination for families and spectators. From 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday, guests can enjoy pony meet-and-greets, a kids jump course, face painting, food vendors, shopping, and interactive family activities, all included with admission. Spectators can also enjoy ringside viewing from the licensed Pizza Patio, take in the action from the bleachers, or bring a lawn chair or blanket and settle in on the grass hill overlooking the Grand Prix Field.
Hospitality packages, including day passes, three-day packages, and alcohol-free options, are available at: https://www.ottawaequestriantournaments.com/hospitality
General spectator tickets are available at: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/rbc-ottawa-international-csi4-csi2-tickets-1987360520816?aff=oddtdtcreator&keep_tld=true. Admission for kids aged 12 & under is free.
Members of the media planning to attend are encouraged to contact Robyn Cyr, Press Officer, to coordinate coverage, interview opportunities, and on-site media access.
Due to limited capacity, private photographers wishing to photograph the event on behalf of competing athletes, owners, or stables are also asked to contact the Press Officer in advance. A limited number of photography credentials will be issued.
Media Contact
Robyn Cyr
Press Officer
Wesley Clover Parks / Ottawa Equestrian Tournaments
Robyn.Cyr@wesleycloverparks.com
Photos by Ben Radvanyi Photography