2026 Dates
7 - 8 March
5 - 6 September
SYDNEY EVENTING
Sydney International Equestrian Centre
Sydney International Equestrian Centre
The Sydney International Equestrian Centre is a unique sporting and event destination set across 96 hectares of rural parkland, located approximately 40 minutes west of the Sydney CBD. Sydney Eventing is proud to host two events each year at this world-class venue.
Cross Country Course
The cross country course is set across natural parkland terrain. Featuring water complexes, steeple chase track and varied obstacles, the course can be configured to cater for levels from EvA 65 cm through to 4*, making it suitable for events ranging from grassroots to elite competition.
Arenas
Sydney International Equestrian Centre has one indoor arena, the main outdoor area with another 11 supporting out door sand areas and two grass arenas.
Stables
The stable complex at the Sydney International Equestrian Centre offers horse owners a quality and secure, fenced compound with 300 separate stables.
Accommodation and Riders Retreat
From cabins to powered campsites, Sydney International Equestrian Centre gives competitors the chance to stay onsite during our competition.
There is also a Riders Retreat located close to the main stables and accommodation area with a commercial kitchen and cool room, lounge and dining areas, PA system, BBQ, outdoor seating and amenities.
Sydney International Equestrian Centre's accommodation areas feature:
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40 x twin cabins (two single beds)*
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160 x powered campsites across four locations
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Accessible amenity blocks
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Riders retreat**
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BBQ, commercial kitchen and cool room
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Lounge and dining areas
History of Sydney International Equestrian Centre
The Sydney International Equestrian Centre (SIEC) was purpose-built for the Sydney 2000 Olympic and Paralympic Games, cementing its place as one of the most significant equestrian venues in Australia.
Construction commenced in 1997 and was completed in 1999, creating a purpose-designed, international-standard equestrian complex set across 96 hectares at Horsley Park in Western Sydney.
The venue was designed to host elite equestrian sport while also providing a long-term legacy facility for the people of New South Wales.
Sydney 2000 Olympic & Paralympic Games
From 16 September to 1 October 2000
The Sydney International Equestrian Centre hosted all Olympic equestrian disciplines, including:
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Dressage (Individual & Team)
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Eventing (Individual & Team)
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Show Jumping (Individual & Team)
The venue welcomed 195 competitors from 37 nations, with the cross-country phase drawing some of the largest crowds of the Sydney Games. Temporary infrastructure expanded spectator capacity to tens of thousands on peak competition days, particularly for eventing cross country.
Following the Olympic Games, the Centre also hosted equestrian events during the Sydney 2000 Paralympic Games, reinforcing its role as a truly inclusive and world-leading sporting venue.
An Enduring Olympic Legacy
Since the Games, the NSW Government has continued to invest in the Sydney International Equestrian Centre, ensuring its Olympic legacy remains active and relevant.
Today, SIEC hosts a diverse calendar of:
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International, National, State and Club-level equestrian competitions
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High-performance training and coaching clinics
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Breed society events and championships
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Community and school events
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Non-equestrian activities including fun runs, exhibitions, emergency services training, filming and photography shoots
The Centre is recognised nationally and internationally for its scale, versatility and professional standard of facilities.
