About
Show Management System™ is a purpose-built event management platform serving North America's top equestrian jumping competitions. The software covers the full event lifecycle: competitors can submit entries online, organizers can manage stalls, vehicles, and logistics, and spectators can access real-time results and event information. The platform supports a wide range of show formats including hunter/jumper classes, equitation, FEI-sanctioned events, and arena eventing. It integrates with major equestrian venues such as Lamplight Equestrian Center, Kentucky Horse Park, HITS Saugerties, and the Devon Horse Show. Entry management includes waitlisting, deadline enforcement, and FEI Invitation System compatibility for international athletes. Administrative features cover stall reservations, recreational vehicle bookings, forage orders, and post-show prize payouts. The system provides a centralized event calendar listing current, upcoming, and past shows, keeping all stakeholders — from management to competitors — informed at every stage. Designed for both small local schooling shows and large premier competitions, Show Management System™ has become a trusted operational backbone for equestrian event organizers across the United States and Canada.
Key Features
- Online Entry System: Competitors can submit entries digitally, with support for waitlisting, deadlines, and FEI Invitation System compatibility for international athletes.
- Event Calendar & Listings: A centralized, public-facing calendar displays current, upcoming, and past shows with venue details, dates, and locations.
- Logistics Management: Organizers can manage stall reservations, recreational vehicle spots, hay, and shavings orders directly through the platform.
- Results & Information Distribution: Provides real-time show results and event information to management, competitors, and spectators throughout the event.
- Prize Payout Processing: Handles end-of-show financial operations including prize money calculation and distribution to competitors.
Use Cases
- Equestrian event organizers managing online entry intake, waitlists, and deadline enforcement for hunter/jumper competitions.
- Show managers coordinating stall assignments, vehicle parking, and forage logistics for multi-day horse shows.
- Competitors browsing upcoming events, submitting entries, and tracking results across North American show circuits.
- FEI event administrators managing international athlete invitations and entry compliance for sanctioned jumping events.
- Spectators and trainers accessing live results and event schedules at premier equestrian competitions.
Pros
- Deep Domain Specialization: Built exclusively for equestrian events, meaning every feature is tailored to the specific workflows and terminology of horse show management.
- Full Lifecycle Coverage: Supports every phase from pre-production entry intake through live event operations to post-show prize payouts, eliminating the need for multiple disconnected tools.
- Multi-Stakeholder Access: Serves organizers, competitors, and spectators from a single platform, keeping everyone informed with relevant, role-appropriate information.
Cons
- Highly Niche Audience: The platform is purpose-built for equestrian show management, making it inapplicable to any other sport or event type.
- Limited Pricing Transparency: Pricing and plan details are not publicly listed on the website, requiring direct contact for cost information.
- Primarily North American Focus: Event coverage and integrations are centered on U.S. and Canadian competitions, which may limit utility for organizers in other regions.
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of equestrian events does Show Management System support?
The platform supports a wide range of formats including hunter/jumper competitions, equitation classes, FEI-sanctioned international jumping events, and arena eventing.
How do competitors submit entries?
Competitors can submit entries through the online entry system available on the website. Each event has its own entry deadline, and waitlisting is available for entries submitted after the closing date.
Can spectators use the platform to follow event results?
Yes. Show Management System provides results and event information to spectators, not just organizers and competitors, making it a public-facing resource during live events.
Does the system support FEI international events?
Yes. The platform integrates with the FEI Invitation System, allowing international athletes to express interest in receiving an organizer invitation and follow the correct FEI entry procedure.
Can organizers manage stabling and logistics through the system?
Yes. Organizers can manage stall reservations, camper/RV spots, hay, and shavings through the platform. Modifications after initial reservation submission are handled via email to the event organizer.
