Moritzburg Stallion Parades
Moritzburg
Highlights
16-Horse Post Coach
At the stallion parade, you will see a 16-horse post coach. This performance shows great power and a rare sight of historical elegance.
Baroque Concert with Stallions
The Mitteldeutsche Kammerorchester performs live pieces by Handel, Haydn, and Mozart. You watch the noble stallions of the stud farm during the concert.
What is Moritzburg Stallion Parades?
The Moritzburg Stallion Parades are a traditional horse show held in August 2026 at the Moritzburg State Stud in Moritzburg, Saxony. Since 1924, these parades have showcased the stud's breeding stallions across various disciplines. You can experience a multifaceted show featuring dressage, show jumping, driving, and quadrille. This event is part of the "Musik und Hengste" series, which also offers concerts in the historic riding hall during August. Secure your ticket in advance.
Moritzburg Stallion Parades at a Glance
What do you need to know beforehand?
What happens at Moritzburg Stallion Parades?
The Moritzburg Stallion Parades in 2026 offer a comprehensive show program over three weekends in September. On each show day, the stables open for viewing from 9 AM to 11 AM, before the main horse show begins at 1 PM on the showground. The program includes performances with splendid carriages, riders in historic costumes, and show jumping displays. A mounted fanfare band and the galloping "Paradepost" in historic post uniforms traditionally open the event.
Where does Moritzburg Stallion Parades take place?
The Moritzburg Stallion Parades take place on the grounds of the State Stud in Moritzburg, Saxony. The stud is picturesquely located, just a few kilometers outside Dresden. The historic stables of August the Strong provide a unique backdrop for the presentations. Visitors can also explore the area with a ride on the steam-powered narrow-gauge railway "Lößnitzdackel," which runs through the romantic Lößnitzgrund.
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Discover the region
You reach the Moritzburg State Stud by car via the A14/A4, exit Moritzburg. Parking is available on site. If you travel by bus, take line 401 from Dresden to the "Moritzburg, Landgestüt" stop.
For spectators attending the Moritzburg Stallion Parades, there is much to experience. Entry to the event is ticketed, with tickets available for purchase in advance. Practical Tips
- Stable Visit: Before the main show, you can visit the stables from 9 AM to 11 AM.
- Travel: A special way to explore the region is by taking the "Lößnitzdackel" narrow-gauge railway from Dresden-Radebeul through the Lößnitzgrund.
The Moritzburg Stallion Parades are a fixed date in the calendar for breeders. Here, you can see the state stallions of all breeds, including some unique to this stud in Germany. Participation and Breeding
- The stallions demonstrate their "fitness" and potential for breeding here.
- Prerequisites: Active participants need their own horses and basic knowledge. Registration is possible via the Saxon State Stud Administration website.
- Accommodation: Hotels and guesthouses in Moritzburg (approx. 1 km) and Dresden (approx. 15 km) offer accommodation, and early booking is recommended.
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Tickets are non-refundable but are transferable. If the organizer cancels the event, you will receive a refund.
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Sächsische Gestütsverwaltung
Landgestüt Moritzburg
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