General Admission
With the purchase of General Admission (GA) Tickets, you will have access to all of the Event grounds. Enjoy watching the 3 Star and 5 Star competition going on in the Main Arena from the North Aintree Grandstands, venture down to spectate the USEA Young Event Horse East Coast Championships (Thursday and Friday only) or explore our thrilling cross-country course (Saturday). Don’t forget to peruse all of the retail shopping areas, enjoy our variety of interactive fan experiences, and sample the delicious bites and beverages around the venue. Seating in the North Aintree Grandstand is available on a first-come basis and is not covered. Parking is free in the General Parking lot. Complimentary shuttles will be available from General Parking to the Box Office/Main Entrance area Thursday through Sunday as well as running around the perimeter of the venue with various drop-off points on Saturday for Cross Country. General Admission is free for children ages 10 and under when accompanied by a paid adult. General Admission is available as single day tickets or multi-day passes, and at a group rate when purchasing six (6) or more at once. Tickets can be purchased either online or in person at the Box Office, located next to the Main Entrance.
Single Day General Admission
Single Day General Admission tickets are available for each day of competition: Thursday and Friday (Dressage), Saturday (Cross Country), and Sunday (Show Jumping). Single Day GA Tickets can be purchased in advance or at the on-site Box Office during the event.
Multi-Day General Admission
Multi-Day General Admission tickets are available for purchase as 2-Day (Saturday & Sunday), 3-Day (Friday, Saturday & Sunday) or 4-Day Passes (Thursday, Friday, Saturday & Sunday). Multi-Day GA Passes grant you the same amenities as a single day GA ticket with the additional benefit of special package pricing. Multi-Day GA Passes can be purchased in advance or at the on-site Box Office during the event depending on the pass type.
Group Rates
Reduced ‘Group Rates‘ on Single Day GA Tickets and Multi-Day GA Passes are available when six (6) or more of the same type of ticket and/or pass are purchased together in a single transaction. Group pricing is available for purchase in advance only.
Children
Children ages 10 and under are admitted to the venue FREE of charge when accompanied by a paid adult. Children can join adults with general admission tickets in the North Aintree Grandstand (general admission seating) for free. However, having a child accompany an adult into the Tier 1 or Tier 2 grandstands at the Main Arena, does require the purchase of a Reserved Seat Ticket, Club or Hospitality Pass for the child.
The MD5Star Radio, provided by Taylor Harris Insurance Services gives you instant access to listen to the broadcast commentary while watching the live 3 Star and 5 Star competition Thursday through Sunday! The ultimate way to experience the Maryland 5 Star – receive insight from our top-tier commentary team, listen in on unique interviews and entertainment and get real time event updates all while watching the competition live from your seat, or when out on the cross country course. You can even keep up with all the action while shopping! Supply is limited so do not wait, buy your MD5Star Radio provided by THIS today!
Main Arena Seating: Single Day Reserved Seats and VIP Seating
Get up close and personal to elite, world-class competition! Enjoy covered, reserved folding chair seating with premium, rail-side views of the Main Arena. Tickets are available for Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday of the event, and can be purchased in advance or at the on-site Box Office based on availability. All the benefits of General Admission Tickets are included with Reserved Seat Tickets. Plus, don’t forget our cross-country courses run through the Main Arena, meaning you can watch all the excitement of cross-country without leaving your reserved seat on Saturday! If you purchase a Reserved Seat Ticket you DO NOT need to also purchase a General Admission ticket for the given day(s) of purchase.
Single Day Reserved Seats – Tier 2 West Grandstand
Enjoy covered, reserved folding chair seating with premium, rail-side views of the Main Arena. Tier 2 West Grandstand Single Day Reserved Seating Tickets are available for Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday of the event, and can be purchased in advance or at the on-site Box Office during the event based on availability. Both the CCI3* and CCI5* cross-country course will be running through the Main Arena throughout the day on Saturday. That means you can enjoy all of the excitement of cross-country without having to leave your reserved seat. Reserved Seat Tickets are inclusive of General Admission for the given day of purchase. If you purchase a Reserved Seat Ticket you DO NOT need to also purchase a General Admission ticket for the given day of purchase.
You can purchase a premium, covered front-row seat to the Sunday Show Jumping competition by purchasing a Hendrick’s Gin Club – Tier 2 West 3-Day Pass! Enjoy curated catering offerings, a private cash bar, the comfort of the Club tent, a reserved, covered seating in the centermost front sections of the Tier 2 West Grandstand, VIP Parking and more with this 3-Day Hospitality Pass! Valid for Friday, Saturday and Sunday.
Select Event Group VIP Hospitality – Tier 1
Make the most of your Maryland 5 Star at Fair Hill experience with a Select Event Group VIP Hospitality 4-day package! This package includes access to a gorgeous, glass-enclosed hospitality tent overlooking the Main Arena, featuring delicious food and an open bar with signature cocktails. Additionally, you will have a covered, reserved seat with premium views of the competition located directly off of the indoor VIP hospitality tent for easy access back and forth. Don’t miss out on this ultimate 4-Day experience, get your VIP Passes today!
Hendrick’s Gin Club -Tier 2 West 3-Day Pass
Get ready for an amazing three-day hospitality experience, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday! We have an incredible package just for you – with a Hendrick’s Gin Club – Tier 2 West 3-Day Pass, you’ll get a VIP Parking Pass, access to the private Tier 2 Club tent featuring delicious food and beverage, CCTVs, private restrooms and more PLUS a covered reserved seat in the designated Club sections enclosed by a privacy railing for Friday, Saturday and Sunday!
Interested in a single-day hospitality option? The Hendrick’s Gin Club -Tier 2 West is now available to purchase by the day on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. Please note that a single-day pass DOES NOT INCLUDE A RESERVED SEAT in the Tier 2 West Grandstand, so be sure to purchase a Single-Day Reserved Seat if you would like a seat at the arena.
Enhanced Cross Country Day Experience
Sawmill Waterfront Club
An exclusive, Saturday only hospitality experience located rope side along the cross-country course at our MARS Sustainability Bay! This private Club features comfortable indoor and outdoor seating, delicious catering, an open bar, and incredible views. CCTV’s throughout will allow guests to keep up with all of the action throughout the day without having to leave the comfort of the Sawmill Waterfront Club! Plus, the pass includes an Upper Sawmill Saturday-Only Parking Pass, allowing you to park within exceptional proximity to the Club. A Saturday spent at the Sawmill Club is sure to be unforgettable. Don’t delay, buy your pass today!
Sawmill Preferred Parking – Saturday Only
Looking for a way to park more conveniently for Saturday Cross Country? Look no further! Parking in Upper Sawmill Field allows you to park steps away from the Sawmill shuttle stop and the Crab Water Complex. If your goal is convenience, this is a great option for Saturday parking! A valid event ticket for Saturday is required, in addition to the Preferred Parking Pass Ticket, for entry.
Tailgating
A Cross Country Tailgating Pass will allow you and your companions intimate access to see the world’s best Eventing duo’s take on the 2024 Maryland 5 Star at Fair Hill Cross-Country courses at both the CCI3* and CCI5* levels, all while enjoying your favorite tailgating menu and beverages! You will have quick and easy access to walk alongside over four miles of the Cross Country courses, plus unlimited access to our curated retail vendor areas, on-site fan activations and a wide variety of food and beverage offerings both out on Cross Country courses and in the Infield.
General Ticket Information
Military & DOD Employees – A discount for active duty military, retired military and DOD Employees will be offered for Single-Day General Admission Tickets when purchased on-site at the Box Office during the event, only. If purchasing a Military Discount Ticket at the event, please be prepared to show active military ID, military retiree ID or civilian identification badge at the Box Office upon arrival.
Military Pricing:
Thursday and Friday: $12
Saturday: $25
Sunday: $15
Children ages 10 and under are admitted to the venue free of charge when accompanied by a paid adult. Children can join adults with general admission tickets in the North Aintree Grandstand (general admission seating) for free. However, having a child accompany an adult into the Tier 1 or Tier 2 grandstands at the Main Arena, does require the purchase of a Reserved Seat Ticket, Club or Hospitality Pass for the child (children 2 years and under do not require purchase of additional ticketing, so long as they can share a seat with an adult with a valid ticket/pass).
When purchasing a Reserved Seat Ticket or VIP Hospitality Pass, you do not need to also purchase a General Admission ticket for the given day(s) of purchase.
Parking – General Admission Tickets and Reserved Seat Tickets are inclusive of parking in the General Parking Area. All hospitality tickets are inclusive of parking in their respective VIP parking lots.
VIP parking is included with purchase of a Tier 1 VIP or Tier 2 Club pass, but is not available for purchase separately. The only Parking Pass available for individual purchase is the Sawmill Preferred Parking for Saturday’s cross country.
Please note, for health and safety reasons as well as to lessen our environmental impact, the Maryland 5 Star encourages going paperless. All tickets and passes will be issued in a digital format. Please be sure to bring your fully charged mobile device with you for admission. If preferred, tickets can be printed at home and brought to the event for admission. Depending on purchase, some physical credentials may be issued prior to the event.
Ticket Office
Maryland 5 Star at Fair Hill
4600 Telegraph Road
Elkton, MD 21921
Main Line: 410-MD5-STAR (635-7827)
Hours: 8 A.M. – 5 P.M. EST Wednesday – Sunday
Disclaimer:
Sales tax included in ticket prices
*A convenience fee (service charge) is assessed for each ticket purchased
Competition entries are subject to change due to injury or other unforeseen circumstances
