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Hobby Horses wearing black halters at the US Hobby Horse Championships

Latest articleJuly 28, 2026 · 4 min read

US Hobby Horse Championships 2026: America's Biggest Hobby Horse Event Is Almost Here

On August 1, the US Hobby Horse Championships 2026 take over Brighton, Michigan, the biggest Hobby Horse event in America. Here is what to expect, and what LarDen is bringing along.

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Young participants with Hobby Horses and national flags at the European Hobby Horse Championship in Prague

June 11, 2026 · 5 min read

European Hobby Horse Championship 2026 in Prague

The first European Hobby Horse Championship brought 243 athletes from 11 countries to Prague. Here is how the historic day unfolded, and who became European champion.

April 13, 2026 · 5 min read

LarDen Tournament 2026

Back for the 4th Time The LarDen family business is now hosting its fourth year of a unique tournament, one that is about much more than...

Group of children and teenagers holding Hobby Horses at an indoor Hobby Horsing competition

March 10, 2026 · 5 min read

How Does a Hobby Horsing Competition Work?

A Closer Look at the World of Hobby Horsing Competitions Hobby Horsing competitions have been taking place across Europe for almost five years and have come...

March 3, 2026 · 4 min read

LarDen Show – What to Look Forward To

The 4th LarDen Show takes place on 21 March 2026 in Černošice, bringing a day full of Hobby Horsing, rosettes, trophies, raffle prizes and a pink-themed...

LarDen Hobby Horse Size XS with grey plush coat, black yarn mane and black halter

March 1, 2026 · 6 min read

Hobby Horse Size XS – The Smallest LarDen Horse

Size XS – Our Newest Addition XS is our newest, smallest and lightest Hobby Horse by LarDen. And why its "SUPERLATIVES" are definitely not empty words...

Hobby Horsing competitor jumping over a red pole with a Hobby Horse at an indoor event

January 23, 2026 · 3 min read

Disciplines in Hobby Horsing

Hobby Horsing is a relatively young sport that has quickly grown in popularity. It takes many hours of training and preparation to get ready for major...

Young participant jumping a pink and white obstacle with a Hobby Horse at an indoor Hobby Horsing event

January 15, 2026 · 3 min read

5 Common Mistakes in Hobby Horsing Jumping and How to Avoid Them

Each organizer can set their own rules. In most cases, however, Hobby Horsing tournaments follow the official association guidelines. Want to ride a clean, fault-free course?...

Young participant jumping with a white Hobby Horse at an indoor Hobby Horsing event

January 1, 2026 · 3 min read

The Foundation of Hobby Horsing – The Basic Gaits

Hobby Horsing is an energetic and creative sport that combines movement, coordination, and imagination. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to improve your technique, getting...

A smiling young girl with face paint stands between two Prague Playoffs animal mascots in navy riding-style jackets and caps, posing in front of a Česká Hobby Horsing Asociace backdrop in the O2 Arena concourse. A small hobby horse rests at the side

December 17, 2025 · 5 min read

Hobby Horsing at Prague Playoffs 2025

LarDen and the Czech Hobby Horsing Association brought Hobby Horsing to Prague Playoffs 2025 at O2 Universum, with a busy Hobby Horse zone, exclusive merch and...