Like the sport of Eventing, but with a horse-drawn carriage, the sport of Driving (also known as Combined Driving) tests a handler’s skills over three phases - Dressage, Marathon, and Cones - in Singles, Pairs, and Four-in-hand divisions. This sport demands horse-and-driver communication, finesse, and teamwork through three challenging phases of competition.

This year’s competition will feature the following USEF National Championship classes:

• Training Single Horse

• Preliminary Single Horse

• Preliminary Pair Horse

• Intermediate Single Horse

• Advanced Single Horse

• Advanced Pair Horse

• Advanced Four in Hand Horse

This competition is free and open to the public.

• Entries

  To enter, please view the Prize List here.

• See & Do

  From onsite restaurants to suit any craving, to extensive shopping and constant entertainment events, there’s something for everyone to enjoy at Tryon International. View our Digital Visitor Guide to start planning your adventure!

• Media

  Media and photo credentials are available for this event. With questions regarding press releases or photos, media credentials and more, contact media@tryon.com.

• Official Photographer

  Shannon Brinkman Photography serves as the Official Photographer for the Tryon Fall CDE. Visit her website here

• Key Contacts

  Horse Show Office: 828-863-1011

  Stabling Office: 828-863-1003

  Tryon Equine Veterinary Hospital: 828-892-6065

  Tyler Raymer (Show Farrier): 828-817-9942

  Tryon Security: 828-863-1019

  Lodging Office: 828-863-1015

  General Store: 828-863-1432

Thank you to Ken Feagin Truck & Trailer for supporting the 2025 Katydid CDE at Tryon International!