European Championship, Azelhof-Lier, Belgium, 26.10.2024
Calling all
Arabian horse lovers! Get ready for mystery, magic, and magnificent horses at this superb Halloween
Class! This is no ordinary class - it's a celebration of the bond between the horse
and handler, where creativity knows no limits, and imagination takes centre
stage!
Conditions
& restrictions
· All horses must be WAHO-registered,
in possession of valid passport with all compulsory vaccination
·
The
class is OPEN – any horse may participate, also horses not entered to
the European Championship (stabling for horses not entered to European
Championship is available - 1 stable box including shavings bedding – 155 Eur
incl. VAT/128 Eur excl. VAT)
· No entry fees!
· No age limits, no qualification
needed - this class is open to all Arabian horses who are ready to dazzle!
· Bring out your most creative,
awe-inspiring costumes - both for you and your horse! (Safety and horse welfare first, but
after that, the sky’s the limit!)
Judges and
judging system
Our 5
esteemed judges will evaluate on four thrilling criteria:
· Costume: Is your design a masterpiece? Earn up to 10
points for sheer creativity and flair!
· Cooperation: Show the magic between horse and
handler - 10 points for a seamless connection!
· Type: Let the elegance of Arabian breed
characteristics shine - up to 5 points
· Movement: Grace, power, and beauty in motion - 5 points
for pure Arabian style
Show Off
Your Horse's Free Spirit
· Presenting the horse in hand at the
beginning is compulsory, but here’s the twist - you can also let your horse run
free! Unleash their spirit in a 1,5-minute liberty display that will leave the
audience breathless. (Liberty presentation is optional – just inform the RM).
Prizes
that Shine as Bright as Your Performance!
Prize money
of 500 Euros awarded to the top 4 performances.
To enter your horse please use the European Championship entry form and mention
“Halloween Class”.
Entry deadline: Don't miss your chance to
shine! All entries must be submitted
by Monday 21.10. at 12:00 (midday).
Don't just watch the magic – be part of it!
IN PARTNERSHIP WITH


11/03/2026
Dear Delegates, In light of the recent situation in the Gulf region and the Middle East, the Executive Committee has been closely monitoring developments that may affect the travel and safety of our Members. Due to the ongoing uncertainty regarding travel possibilities for many of our delegates, the Executive Committee has decided, after careful consideration, to shift the dates of the Annual General Meeting.
01/03/2026
Following the current situation in the Middle East , ECAHO would like to recommend the following:
09/01/2026
The Executive Committee has decided to align the validity of the current “walk-in” rule with that of the new Blue Book 2026.
01/01/2026
Please be aware that the Show Commission approved very important change of the rules (RCS, art. 22) - with effect since 1.1.2026 all horses at the shows must enter the ring in WALK ONLY.