The FEI World CupTM Finals return to Las Vegas, April 15-19, 2015, marking the Finals' first time in the U.S. since 2009, and the sixth time that Las Vegas has had the honor of hosting one of the world’s most prestigious equestrian events. The dual Finals are held concurrently at the Thomas & Mack Center.
Spectators have a wide variety of ticketing options from which to choose. All-session and VIP ticket packages for Jumping or Dressage, or as a combination, have been available to the public since last summer, but starting February 17 spectators will be able to buy individual session tickets for the balcony and plaza for any particular day or performance.
Individual session ticket prices vary depending on the location and session. Tickets for the Longines FEI World Cup™ Jumping Final range from $30 - $85, while tickets for the Reem Acra FEI World Cup™ Dressage Final range from $35 - $115.
“To date, ticket sales are on par with 2007, our record-setting year as host of the FEI World Cup™ Finals,” said Pat Christenson, President of Las Vegas Events. “We pride ourselves on producing a unique and memorable World Cup™ Finals in Las Vegas. Our goal is to raise the bar once again and set new standards for equestrian fans as they witness the best jumping and dressage riders compete for the coveted World Cup™ trophies.”
The thrilling action will commence on Wednesday, April 15, 2015 with the warm-up classes for both jumping and dressage. Actual competition begins on Thursday, April 16 with the Reem Acra FEI World CupTM Dressage Grand Prix at noon, followed by the Longines FEI World CupTM Jumping Final Round I at 7:00 PM. Competition continues the next day, Friday, April 17, with the Reem Acra FEI World CupTM Dressage Freestyle Rehearsal at 7:30 AM, the Las Vegas Dressage Showcase at noon and the Longines FEI World CupTM Jumping Final Round II at 7:00 PM.
Saturday, April 18 features the Reem Acra FEI World CupTM Dressage Final (Freestyle) at noon, followed by the Show Jumping Grand Prix of Las Vegas at 7:00 PM. The competition concludes on Sunday, April 19 with the Longines FEI World CupTM Jumping Final Round III at noon. All times are local time.
Ticket packages are also still available for both the Jumping and Dressage Finals. Spectators may purchase an all-session balcony level ticket (priority seating) at $200 per person, an all-session plaza level ticket (priority seating) at $350 per person, or the VIP package, which includes one premier all-session seat and access to the Taylor Harris Club Presented by the National Horse Show for $1,500 per person.
Combo packages are also available with seats for both Jumping and Dressage with discounted prices as follows: balcony level at $350, plaza level at $650, or the VIP package at $2,950.
VIP guests of the FEI World Cup™ Finals will be treated to top amenities that can’t be duplicated anywhere else in the world at the Taylor Harris Club presented by The National Horse Show, a private VIP hospitality area complete with deluxe food and beverages, a wine and spirits expo, live entertainment, VIP preferred parking and other amenities. Admission to the Taylor Harris Club presented by The National Horse Show is included with all VIP ticket purchases.
In the Taylor Harris Club, an impressive list of celebrity chefs from the Bellagio hotel will prepare featured items of the day, with creations from Chef Edmund Wong, Executive Chef for Bellagio, Chef Royden Ellamar of Sensi, and Chef Patrick Lee of Noodles. In addition, VIP guests will be able to sample an artful collection of fine wines, spirits, and champagne, as well as interact with the sommelier from Southern Wines and Spirits of Nevada while enjoying a sampling of Las Vegas entertainment and music.
Founded in 1979, the FEI World CupTM Jumping Final is an annual international competition featuring the world’s best show jumping horses and riders. In the 36 Finals held through 2014, Germany (10) and the United States (9) have emerged with the most titles, having won the championship nineteen times between them. Previous FEI World Cup™ Jumping Finals held in the United States include Baltimore (1980), Tampa (1989), Del Mar, CA (1992) and Las Vegas (2000, 2003, 2005, 2007, 2009).
Started in 1986, the FEI World Cup™ Dressage Final showcases the world’s best dressage horses and riders. The United States has won the championship twice – in 2003 (Debbie McDonald with Brentina) and 2009 (Steffen Peters with Ravel). The Final has been held in the United States in Los Angeles (1995) and Las Vegas (2005, 2007, 2009).
Las Vegas Events is a private, not-for-profit organization that serves as the exclusive major special events agency for the city. Founded in 1982, LVE is funded by hotel room tax. Through its Signature Event initiative, LVE has created a model to integrate all elements of special events and formally improve communication between event producers and Las Vegas’ hotel properties and sponsors. Since 1991, Las Vegas Events has produced, presented or supported more than 600 events.
To order tickets or for further information, please visit the World Cup's website at www.WorldCupLasVegas.com.