It's Official! HITS Chicago is Moving to Lamplight!

HITS to add Lamplight Equestrian Center to its Portfolio in 2020
Season start date dependent on Coronavirus Concerns

It’s official! HITS Chicago is moving to Lamplight Equestrian Center in Wayne, Illinois beginning in 2020. “We are confident in the horse business going forward,” said Tom Struzzieri, President and CEO of HITS, Inc. “Lamplight has always been a favorite of horsemen, and we are anxious to get started.”

The show season at Lamplight will include 13 hunter/jumper shows May through September, plus five Dressage shows. While this year’s start will be delayed due to current conditions, HITS Chicago at Lamplight will be ready to open its doors the moment USEF and Local and State Authorities allow.

“Although the world is suffering, there is light at the end of the tunnel,” continued Struzzieri. “Horse sport will be back, and HITS will be ready. As it always has been, our goal is to offer exhibitors the best product and the best experience possible. We know we will deliver that at Lamplight.”

We have already reached out to many of our Midwest customers, and the response has been terrific. If you have not heard from us yet, please contact us! We are here to help with every aspect of your planning, from stabling and entries to lodging and dining, and more. The Prize List will be posted soon, and we invite you visit HITSShows.com and HITS Facebook for more updates.

HITS Chicago and Equifest Series 2020
The full schedule of Hunter/Jumper shows would begin in early May, but we are cautious and conscientious about the start date. The health and safety of our exhibitors and staff is of utmost importance and we will keep you updated as we know more.

Spring Classic I – May 6-10
Spring Classic II – May 13-17
Spring Classic III – May 20-24

Spring Spectacular I – June 3-7
Spring Spectacular II – June 10-14
Spring Spectacular III – June 17-21

Summertime I – July 1-5
Summertime II – July 8-12
Summertime III – July 15-19

Equifest I – July 22-26
Equifest II – July 29 - August 2
Equifest III – August 5-9

Fall Classic I – September 9-13

More about Lamplight Equestrian Center
Lamplight Equestrian Center is a 55-acre permanent facility located just 20-minutes from O’Hare International Airport. In addition to the stately Grand Prix Arena, five more lovely competition rings and 300 permanent stalls anchor the property. Tree-lined paths, perennial gardens that bloom throughout the spring and summer, ringside pavilions and a café and bar with indoor and outdoor seating enhance the experience for exhibitor and spectator alike.

The village of Wayne, Illinois, in the scenic Fox River Valley, revels in its equestrian roots. Dozens of horse farms and miles of bridlepaths prove the area is a horse lovers dream. Two charming towns just minutes away, Geneva, “A Picture Postcard” and St. Charles, “Pride of the Fox,” boast colorful, historical shopping districts, established neighborhoods, recreational opportunities and riverside dining and hiking.

More about HITS
Since its inception in 1982, HITS, Inc has grown into one of the largest producers of Hunter/Jumper horse shows in the United States. With four multi-week show circuits at its owned facilities in Florida, New York, Virginia, and Illinois, and as host to the annual HITS Championship and the $1 Million Grand Prix, HITS’ Commitment to Equestrian Sport is unprecedented.

Based in upstate New York in the Village of Saugerties, HITS has a nearly 40 year history of producing top-level USEF-Rated shows. A dedicated full-time staff brings more than a century of equine experience, from riding and training to barn and show management, and beyond, to their word-class shows.

For more information and a complete schedule of classes and events, visit HITSShows.com. Stay connected with HITS! Join us on Facebook and follow us on Twitter and Instagram. Media should contact the HITS Media Team.