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Fun and Games at Cablevision’s Kids Day at the Hampton Classic

August 11, 2025

Pony Rides, Petting Area, National Circus Project and ASPCA Stars to Highlight Activities

Bridgehampton, NY-August 11, 2008-Kids will take center stage at the 33rd annual Hampton Classic Horse Show’s Cablevision’s Kids Day on Saturday, August 30. In its 15th annual year, Kids Day offers free admission to children under the age of 12 along with a free pony ride, among many other attractions.

The Hampton Classic Horse Show, one of the nation’s premier show jumping competitions, returns to Bridgehampton August 24 - 31. The Classic hosts exciting hunter/jumper competition from junior levels up to the pinnacle of the sport, grand prix show jumping, culminating with the $200,000 FTI Grand Prix and FEI World Cup™ Qualifier on Sunday afternoon, August 31 at 2:00 pm.

In addition to the world-class equestrian competition, the horse show’s Cablevision’s Kids Day on Saturday will feature performances by members of the National Circus Project along with Alan the Magician and Ruby the Face Painter. Kids can also visit the animals in the petting zoo, Millstone Farm’s miniature horses, and Teade, Huey, and Rodger, the trick-performing horses in the Exhibition Tent. And be sure to watch the Guide Dog Foundation puppies who will be demonstrating the skills they employ to help the blind and disabled in everyday life.

“Kids Day is a great opportunity for families to visit the Hampton Classic—between the attractions going on in the Exhibition area for children as well as the variety of equestrian competitions being offered, there is sure to be something for everybody to enjoy!” said Shanette Barth Cohen, Executive Director of the Hampton Classic.

Children attending on Kids Day will receive a special gift from Cablevision and will be entered in a free raffle for prizes donated by Hampton Classic sponsors and boutique vendors.

The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA) will also be on hand at the Classic this year. Joanne Pentangelo of the ASPCA’s Humane Education Department and Joe Pentangelo, Special Officer of the Humane Law Enforcement and a star of Animal Planet’s “Animal Precinct” will be on hand at the horse show on Kid’s Day to answer questions about how to help animals in need.
Competition highlights on Cablevision’s Kids Day include the second phase of the $10,000 Wölffer Estate Equitation Championship, the $20,000 SHF Enterprises 5-year-old and $30,000 Split Rock Farm 6-year-old Young Jumper Championship Finals presented by Paige Bluhdorn, the $15,000 WGHR Farm Junior/Amateur-Owner Jumper Classic, and the $30,000 Sotheby’s International Realty Challenge. The Corcoran Group’s Pony Hunter Classic is the highlight for the hunters. Jumper Ring 2 features the USEF Zone 2 Medal Championship and the Adult Amateur and Children’s Jumper Classics.

Those unable to attend the Hampton Classic will have ample opportunity to see it on television. WVVH-TV, the official Long Island television station of the Hampton Classic, will broadcast up to five hours of competition and highlights each day during the Classic. These broadcasts can also be seen online at www.wvvh.tv.

The Classic will also receive extensive coverage on WLIU 88.3 FM, a long time sponsor and the official radio station of the Hampton Classic. WLIU will broadcast updates daily throughout the Classic as well as live programs from the Classic on Sunday, August 24 and Friday-Sunday, August 29-31.

On Saturday, October 4 at 3:00 pm (ET/PT), Animal Planet will air the “FTI Hampton Classic Grand Prix.” The broadcast will feature some of the world’s best horses and riders in pursuit of winning one of the nation’s most coveted titles. The program will be hosted by athlete and sports commentator, Lewis Johnson; sports anchor and contributor for the 2008 Summer Olympic Games in Beijing, Andrew Catalon; and veteran Grand Prix and international show jumping competitor, Kim Frey.

For more information on the Hampton Classic Horse Show, please visit the Hampton Classic website at www.hamptonclassic.com or call (631) 537-3177. Hampton Classic Horse Show, Inc. is a 501.c.3 charitable corporation.

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