The Hampton Classic is Bridgehampton’s major late-summer equestrian show, with daily competition, shopping and special events at the Snake Hollow Road showgrounds.
August 23–30, 2026
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At a glance
Date
August 23–30, 2026
Time
Gates open at 8 a.m.; competition schedule varies
Location
Hampton Classic Showgrounds · 240 Snake Hollow Road, Bridgehampton, NY 11932
Admission
Daily admission and reserved seating options vary
Three-year record
Recent history is more useful than an unsupported guess. Cancellations, venue changes and unannounced dates remain visible rather than being rewritten as if they never happened.
| Year | Date, time and location | Outcome | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | August 25–September 1, approximately 8 a.m.–5 p.m.; showgrounds. | held | 2024 source |
| 2025 | August 24–31; same showgrounds. | held | 2025 source |
| 2026 | August 23–30; gates open at 8 a.m. | scheduled | 2026 source |
Planning notes
Review the daily class schedule before choosing a visit date.
Admission, parking, reserved seating and special-event access are separate considerations.
Wear footwear suitable for outdoor showgrounds and changing late-August weather.
What changed
The 2026 edition ends before Labor Day in a non-rotation year.
A return to the Labor Day window in 2027 is plausible but not yet confirmed.
Source standard
East End Seasonal is an independent editorial publisher, not the organizer or a sponsor. This guide was last reviewed on July 30, 2026. The organizer’s current announcement controls if a detail changes.
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