Bedford Riding Lanes Association upcoming events

Spring Hunter Pace - May 31! (31 May 2026)

Sun, 31 May 2026 12:30:00 GMT

We're back at John Jay Homestead!

Spring Pace, May 31

New Course. 25 new jumps. Scenic Trails.

Creative team names + festive attire encouraged!

(...there will be a Best Dressed ribbon!)

(need help finding a teammate? we can help - reach out!)

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L U N C H ... UNDER THE OAK

Join us for the Pace lunch social under the sprawling John Jay Oak Tree. Rosé and ribbons beginning at *12:30pm (* depending on the size of the number of teams)

Gourmet boxed lunches provided by GE Brown.

(Please review the options below and confirm orders with your teammates before you begin the online registration process.)

*Lunch & drink options are selected as 'add-on' items within your registration. Additional lunches for drivers, family and spectators may be added this year.

MENU OPTIONS

Lunch Option #1 - Grilled Chicken, Avocado, Tomato, Herb Aioli on a baguette, Greek orzo salad, brownie and water ($20)

Lunch Option #2 - Caprese - Tomato, Mozzarella, Nut-free Basil Pesto, Greek orzo salad, brownie and water ($20)

Lunch Option #3 - GF Hummus & Veggie Wrap, GF Greek Chick Pea salad, brownie and water ($20)

Wine Bar - Enjoy two drinks from the wine bar (prosecco or rosé) with your $20 bar purchase; (*must be purchased in advance, no alcohol sales are permitted on-site)

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*The Fine Print!* Registration Updates & Policies:

- Following ABTS Pace rules, only teams of 2 and 3 are permitted. If you are a group of 4 or more, please break into 2 teams and request to start close together.

-A negative Coggins test for each horse must be uploaded with your registration or received by email prior to Friday, May 29th at noon.

-If you plan to register a team all at once (not individually), please plan ahead by asking them about their lunch/beverage preferences -- you will need this info to complete registration.

-Please make sure that teammates registering separately all enter the same team name. When this detail is entered inaccurately the system creates a new team - please be specific, ie. "The Sunny Riders" vs. "Sunny Riders Team"

-Walk-in registrations will be permitted only if waivers, Coggins & full payment are provided on site; no exceptions. A fee of $30 will be added to all walk-ins and participants not registered by Friday at noon.

- Requirements for Junior Level pace participation are that the rider should be comfortable, safe and appropriate on a trail ride, be able to walk / trot / canter … and appropriately handle a water crossing (bridge or stream).

Registration closes for this event Friday, May 29th at noon.

REFUNDS WILL NOT BE GIVEN FOR SCRATCHES. CANCELLATIONS WILL BE PERMITTED THROUGH SATURDAY AT 1 PM

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Focused Care For The Performance Horse.

Learn more about Grand Prix Equine's state-of-the-art

veterinary services here.

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For any questions, please reach out to Lindsay Hearon at executivedirector@bedfordridinglanes.com

Doggie Trail Walk! (13 Jun 2026)

Sat, 13 Jun 2026 13:30:00 GMT

Grab your 4-legged furry friend and join us for a

doggie trail walk

Saturday June 13th, 9:30am

Register today and join others in our community for a fun, energetic and beautiful trail walk on the BRLA followed by a water bowl buffet and treats for all!

(limited to 10 dogs)

RULES

1 dog per person

dog must be leashed at ALL TIMES

Friendly dogs only. DO NOT REGISTER for this event if your dog shows aggression towards other dogs. Dogs making any other participants uncomfortable will be asked to leave.

YOU walk your dog - not the other way around. :) Please be sure you can demonstrate control of your pup in a busy group setting.

Location will be sent to all registrants before the event.

Tavern on the Trails ~ July 24th ~ SAVE THE DATE (24 Jul 2026)

Fri, 24 Jul 2026 22:30:00 GMT

SAVE THE DATE

for an evening of friends, food, fun and travel along the BRLA -- Friday, July 24th!

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**Tickets on sale** to BRLA Members at 10am on Monday June 1st ($300/ea).

Non-member tickets on sale at 10am on Wednesday June 3rd ($350/ea).

We are thrilled to partner with our friends at Houlihan Lawrence
for this year's event.

BOOTS & BBQ: The Barn Dinner! (19 Sep 2026)

Sat, 19 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMT

BOOTS & BBQ: THE BARN DINNER

~ SAVE THE DATE ~

Last year's incredible Boots & BBQ event will be reimagined this year as a fantastic evening of cocktails, country music and dinner in the barn!

The event will take place

Saturday, September 19

FALL Hunter Pace - Save the Date - OCT 4! (4 Oct 2026)

Sun, 04 Oct 2026 12:30:00 GMT

SAVE THE DATE!

The 2026 BRLA Fall Hunter Pace is booked for Oct 4