Every day is full of interest at Melbourne International 3 Day Event.  MI3DE’s international eventing classes consist of three judged phases; dressage, cross country and show jumping with the winners in each class being the horse/rider combinations which accumulate the least number of penalty marks over the three days of competition.  Cross country and show jumping provide a great spectacle and the event welcomes all visitors to enjoy a day out with family and friends in the beautiful surrounds of the Werribee Park precinct.   

As well as an exciting competition program the event also offers an extensive undercover Winter Trade Village and evening entertainment.

DOGS AT THE VENUE – We all love our dogs and while dogs are permitted on the equestrian centre venue they are not permitted on Parks Victoria land on Cross Country Day.  Cross Country Day is the only day we utilise Parks Victoria land.  Please see the map HERE to know where you may have your dog.  Please ensure your dog is kept on a lead at all times.

Please check for updates to the timetable after entries close 21 May

FRIDAY 5 JUNE – FREE ADMISSION

Dressage Day 1 – Visit the event on Friday to watch the CCI3*L dressage, the first day of CCI2*L, the Yulong Stud Rising Stars Thoroughbred class and, take time to shop in the Trade Village.

Equestrian Victoria’s young ambassadors will be running Hobby Horse jumping near the Trade Village.

A great opportunity for local community groups to visit the show.

SATURDAY 6 JUNE

Dressage Day 2.  Check the timetable for competition information as the dressage phase of Melbourne International 3 Day Event continues throughout the day.  The Off The Track CCN1* will be running on Dressage arena 1.  The Off The Track CCI2*L continues on the 4CYTE Main Arena, followed by the Pryde’s EasiFeed CCI4*L and the Equestrian Australia CCI4*L dressage.

During the day join the fun at the Hobby Horse jumping in the Trade Village.

Racehorse to Performance Horse:  Off the Track Masterclass

Join us in Indoor Arena 1, at 5.00pm on Saturday, for the Off The Track Masterclass featuring 2 well known ladies of racing. The class will focus on how to transition the thoroughbred horse towards its performance career.

Michelle Payne made history as the first female jockey to win the Melbourne Cup on 100/1 chance Prince of Penzance. Following a successful career as a trainer she is now retraining thoroughbreds for their next career and is a Racing Victoria Acknowledged Rehomer.

Annabel Archibald, nee Neasham, is based in NSW where she trains with her husband Rob. Her name will be forever linked with the champion weight for age horse Zaaki. Annabel trained Zaaki throughout his career winning just over 11 million dollars. In 2025 Annabel rode Zaaki in MI3DE Yulong Rising Stars and won. In 2026 Zaaki is back to contest the Off The Track CCN1* with Shenae Lowings.

The masterclass will include the top placegetters from Friday’s Yulong Rising Stars. Our MC will be well known Rider, Coach and EA High-Performance Director Will Enzinger.

SUNDAY 7 JUNE, Horseland Cross Country Day 

Watch our equestrian athletes negotiate the challenging cross country courses.  The courses wind their way past the Werribee Park Open Range Zoo, the beautiful Mansion Hotel and Spa, through the stunning State Rose Garden, across the Werribee Park Polo fields and the National Equestrian Centre.  The water jumps always draw big crowds.  Put on your outdoor wear, sturdy shoes, warm jacket and be prepared to enjoy a fabulous walk watching all the action around the course.   Food vendors are located at the Trade Village near the 4CYTE main arena and out on course to keep you refreshed throughout the day.  Dogs are allowed on the Werribee Park Equestrian Centre, however Parks Victoria do not allow dogs on the Parks Victoria land which includes the Mansion area and Camel paddock where the Peppermint Grove water jump is located.

Great entertainment after Cross Country – Order of Go

After Cross Country spectators should head over to Indoor Arena 1 for the exciting Stallion Rail One Round Stakes, a jumping speed class over a minimum height of 1.04m. Competitors will ‘dress to impress’ and ride to their own inspiring music as they compete for the fastest time and top prize.  A prize will be also be presented for the best Costume.

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MONDAY 8 JUNE 

Show Jumping Day, the final phase of eventing – all the action is at the Main Arena beside the Trade Village.  The show jumping phase often determines the final outcome in a nail biting finish as combinations strive to complete the course with no penalties.  It’s a day for prizes and presentations after each class as the top honours are decided.  The Main Arena is outside, please dress for the weather.  Food vendors are located at the Trade Village near the main arena.

 ONLINE AUCTION

Be sure to check out the fabulous products in our online auction.  All funds raised support the build of our beautiful cross country course.  Click on the icon below to learn more.

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