April 18, 2016 – North Salem, NY –VIP seating in the iconic double-decker tent at the Old Salem Farm Spring Horse Shows is now available for reservation. The Old Salem Farm Spring Horse Shows, named to the NARG Top 25 of 2015, will host two weeks of exceptional hunter/jumper competition with a CSI2* May 10-15, and a CSI3* May 17-22 at the acclaimed Old Salem Farm in North Salem, NY.
The Old Salem Farm VIP tent offers elegant seating and an unmatched view of the Grand Prix Field; photo © Jump Media
While offering prize money in excess of $500,000 in divisions ranging from ponies and equitation to Under 25 and top FEI competition, Old Salem Farm prides itself in offering riders, trainers, owners, and spectators alike the ability to experience the sport of show jumping in VIP style. Tables in the Grand Prix Field VIP tent feature a daily Country Breakfast, Farm Fresh Lunch Tuesday through Friday, Saturday Casual Luncheon, and Grand Prix Sunday Luncheon.
In addition to the Grand Prix Field tent, the Spring Horse Shows will again offer VIP tables situated between the Hunter and Sand rings to deliver a comfortable experience for table holders during select hunter, equitation, and jumper events.
VIP and Special Event Catering at the Spring Horse Shows will once again be spearheaded by renowned New York City caterer Union Square Events (USE). Additionally, the locally owned and operated Clock Tower Grill of Brewster, NY, will be providing the VIP fare Tuesday through Friday.
Spectators gather on the bank to catch a glimpse of the action on the Grand Prix Field; photo © Jump Media
“We are very proud to offer such a unique viewing experience for our visitors,” said Old Salem Farm manager Alan Bietsch. “From acclaimed catering to a two-story vantage point, the VIP tent is the best place to enjoy the Old Salem Farm Spring Horse Shows.”
In addition to VIP table seating, Old Salem Farm also boasts grandstand and lawn seating, as well as special events and activities to delight horse enthusiasts of all ages. General admission to Old Salem Farm is free Wednesday through Friday during the Spring Horse Shows. On the weekends of May 14-15 and 21-22, which feature the $50,000 Old Salem Farm Grand Prix, presented by The Kincade Group, on Sunday, May 15 and the $130,000 Empire State Grand Prix, presented by The Kincade Group, on Sunday, May 22, admission is $15 for adults and $10 for seniors and children under 12.
Stay on top of all things Old Salem Farm this spring with live streaming of select events during the Spring Horse Shows at www.oldsalemfarm.net or www.USEFNetwork.com. Old Salem Farm and Old Salem Farm Spring Horse Shows are also on Facebook, as well as on Twitter and Instagram as @oldsalemfarmny. Follow for an exclusive and behind-the-scenes look at the Old Salem Farm experience.