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Northern Lights Dressage Shows

Northern Lights Dressage Shows (NLDS) has been organizing dressage shows, clinics, and educational events in the upper midwest for four decades.

We strive to provide the upper midwest dressage community with professional, fun, and safe showing and educational opportunities. Our schooling shows include both traditional and western dressage. We'd love to see you at one of our events and are happy to answer any questions you have.
Use the drop-down menu in the upper right corner for prize list and entry information.
Western Dressage info is available on the Schooling Shows page.

NLDS Dirt & Happenings

2026 Upcoming Shows

Select "Schooling Shows" in the drop-down menu or click on the links below for more information and to enter.

Spring Party Schooling and Recognized Western Dressage
Saturday, May 23 at Washington County Fairgrounds, Lake Elmo, MN.
This show is WDAA Recognized.
Midsummer Open Schooling & Recognized Western Dressage
Friday, July 10 at Washington County Fairgrounds, Lake Elmo, MN.
This show is WDAA Recognized.
Midsummer - Washington County Fairgrounds, Lake Elmo, MN . Saturday-Sunday July 11 & 12
(USEF/USDF and CSDEA Recognized)
Northern Lights - Washington County Fairgrounds, Lake Elmo, MN
Two Shows over Three Days!
Northern Lights Dressage Show on Friday/Saturday August 21-22
Northern Lights II on Sunday August 23
These are the last GAIG Qualifying Opportunities in the area. Both shows are USEF/USDF and CSDEA Recognized.

A bit of dressage motivation...

Perfection is not attainable, but if we chase perfection we can catch excellence.

- Vince Lombardi

If you're unable to ride in the show, consider volunteering to help run the show as a scribe, gatekeeper, or test runner.
Help is always welcome and appreciated! Contact Show Manager at NLDShows1@gmail.com or 651-439-3432

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