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Side Events
Opening Ceremony, Horse & Symphony and co.
First-class competition sport – that is what has distinguished the CHIO Aachen for years. The World Equestrian Festival wouldn’t be what it is without its special kinship to the sport, gripping emotions and the unique flair. Hundreds of thousands of visitors come to the Soers year after year, because they share a passion – and want to spend an unforgettable time here. So, the supporting programme is a significant part of the event. A thrilling show programme is integrated into the 10 days of top-class equestrian sport, which offers diversity and goose bump moments. The CHIO Aachen is more than an equestrian show!
Side Events
Congress #neuland
The CHIO Aachen stands for international top-class sport with a great tradition. At the same time, the CHIO Aachen has always been a place of encounter and exchange. Already since 2018, the #neuland congress has been taking place within the framework of the CHIO Aachen and offers space for exchange at the highest level. The CHIO Aachen CAMPUS is one of the joint organisers of the star-studded congress. #neuland is a unique platform that connects innovation and business with the world of sport and creates an exclusive space for dialogue and networking. At #neuland, decision-makers from the fields of business, science, politics and sport come together to discuss future challenges and opportunities. Become part of #neuland in Aachen and experience how the future is being shaped by the synergy of innovation, business and sport. As a CHIO ticket holder, you will receive the congress tickets for #neuland at the Family & Friends rate with more than 40% discount! Simply select the shop for CHIO ticket holders in the #neuland ticket shop.
Side Events
Congress #neuland
The CHIO Aachen stands for international top-class sport with a great tradition. At the same time, the CHIO Aachen has always been a place of encounter and exchange. Already since 2018, the #neuland congress has been taking place within the framework of the CHIO Aachen and offers space for exchange at the highest level. The CHIO Aachen CAMPUS is one of the joint organisers of the star-studded congress. #neuland is a unique platform that connects innovation and business with the world of sport and creates an exclusive space for dialogue and networking. At #neuland, decision-makers from the fields of business, science, politics and sport come together to discuss future challenges and opportunities. Become part of #neuland in Aachen and experience how the future is being shaped by the synergy of innovation, business and sport. As a CHIO ticket holder, you will receive the congress tickets for #neuland at the Family & Friends rate with more than 40% discount! Simply select the shop for CHIO ticket holders in the #neuland ticket shop.
Side Events
Farewell to the Nations
A tradition since 1953: The emotional closing ceremony of the CHIO Aachen. Accompanied by the sounds of the German folk song "Muss I denn" and waving with white handkerchieves, participants and spectators say good-bye to each other.
Horse & Symphony
Outstanding music, a breathtaking show and beautiful horses – these are the ingredients for “Horse & Symphony” at the CHIO Aachen. The show promises to be an unforgettable experience again in 2025.
- Pferd & Sinfonie
- Pferd & Sinfonie
- Pferd & Sinfonie
- Pferd & Sinfonie
- Pferd & Sinfonie
- Pferd & Sinfonie
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Soers Sunday
The people from Aachen and their guests from the entire region meet up at the Soers for the “Open Day”, for which there is no admission charge. An action-packed show programme, a festive ecumenical church service in the Deutsche Bank Stadium and an entertaining supporting programme for families with many exciting offers turns the day into an enjoyable prelude to the second week of the event.
- Soerser Sonntag
- Soerser Sonntag
- Soerser Sonntag
- Soerser Sonntag
- Soerser Sonntag
- Soerser Sonntag
- Soerser Sonntag
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Marketplace Aachen
The reception on the market square traditionally takes place on Monday evening in the second show week. During this supporting programme, the respective partner country presents itself – and of course the horses must not be missing.
- Empfang Partnerland USA am Markt
- Empfang Partnerland USA am Markt
- Empfang Partnerland USA am Markt
- Empfang Partnerland USA am Markt
- Empfang Partnerland USA am Markt
- Empfang Partnerland USA am Markt
- Empfang Partnerland USA am Markt
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Opening Ceremony
It will be colourful, entertaining, exciting and it will also sound good: The Opening Ceremony of the CHIO Aachen on Tuesday evening includes a spectacular programme every year. The respective partner country will present itself in all its glory, almost 200 horses will be present. An unforgettable evening for the almost 40,000 spectators in the stadium.
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Congress #neuland
The CHIO Aachen stands for international top-class sport with a great tradition. At the same time, the CHIO Aachen has always been a place of encounter and exchange. Already since 2018, the #neuland congress has been taking place within the framework of the CHIO Aachen and offers space for exchange at the highest level. Every year, top-class speakers from business, science and sport discuss current social topics with a focus on sustainability and digitalisation.
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Farewell to the Nations
The emotional closing ceremony of the CHIO Aachen
A tradition since 1953: Accompanied by the sounds of the German folk song “Muss I denn” and waving with white handkerchieves, participants and spectators say good-bye to each other.
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