Lexington, KY – September 13, 2025 – After a successful return of Black Tie to NHS in 2024, the 2025 National Horse Show Hunter Classic Gala, hosted by Stephanie Danhakl & Melissa Jacobs, will be held on Thursday, October 30th at the 142nd National Horse Show.
Join us for the return of the National Horse Show Hunter Classic Gala, held concurrently with the National Horse Show $75,000 Hunter Classic. NHS invites exhibitors to don their finest formal attire for cocktails and hors d’oeuvres.
The National Horse Show $75,000 Hunter Classic will be judged by Tony Sgarlata and Scott Fitton, along with Robin Swinderman Mitchell and Jennifer Bliss. Paul Jewell will be the course designer.
When: Thursday, October 30th, during the NHS $75,000 Hunter Classic
Where: The NEW WSJ Lounge on the Concourse
Pricing: $150 per ticket or $800 per table
100% of the ticket and table sales benefit the NHS Endowment
