{"id":2258,"date":"2026-07-01T14:04:05","date_gmt":"2026-07-01T12:04:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lgct-vienna.com\/?p=2258"},"modified":"2026-07-01T14:16:56","modified_gmt":"2026-07-01T12:16:56","slug":"the-longines-global-champions-tour-vienna-program-for-2026-is-confirmed","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/lgct-vienna.com\/en\/2026\/07\/01\/longines-global-champions-tour-vienna-das-programm-2026-steht-fest\/","title":{"rendered":"Four days of highlights at Sch\u00f6nbrunn\u00a0"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Photo call in anticipation of the LGCT Longines Global Champions Tour, Sch\u00f6nbrunn Palace, Vienna,
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Longines Global Champions Tour Vienna:<\/strong>
The 2026 program is set<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Vienna, June 29, 2026 \u2013 The Longines Global Champions Tour Vienna | Sch\u00f6nbrunn Palace presents its 2026 program and further expands the event. From September 24 to 27, the world's best show jumpers will meet in front of the UNESCO World Heritage site of Sch\u00f6nbrunn Palace, accompanied by a diverse supporting program featuring its own Children's Day, international dressage competitions, the Spanish Riding School, Working Equitation, and an extraordinary award ceremony with star tenor Paolo Scariano and a 100-member children's choir.<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Following last year's successful premiere, the Longines Global Champions Tour Vienna | Sch\u00f6nbrunn Palace continues its journey. The event aims not only to bring the international elite of equestrian sports to Vienna but also to appeal to families, culture enthusiasts, and people who have had little previous exposure to equestrian sports.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201eWe want to create an event that excites and brings people together. Naturally, the world's best riders are at the center of attention. At the same time, however, we also want to give children the opportunity to interact with horses, offer families a special weekend, and show everyone interested how diverse the world of equestrian sport is. It is precisely this mix that makes the Longines Global Champions Tour Vienna so special for me.<\/em>\u201csaid co-organizer\u00a0\u00a0Sonja Klima<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

First international dressage competition<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n

Key innovations include the integration of an international dressage competition. This means that for the first time, two Olympic equestrian disciplines will be represented at the Longines Global Champions Tour Vienna 2026. The Dressage Grand Prix will take place on Friday, and the Freestyle on Saturday. The program will be complemented by a performance from the Spanish Riding School, Working Equitation demonstrations, and numerous other equestrian-themed events.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Children's Day for hundreds of students<\/strong><\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n

This year, a special focus is on young visitors. For the first time, a dedicated Kids' Day will take place on Thursday. Around 400 students will have the opportunity to experience horses up close, get active themselves, and learn about the world of animals, nature, and sports at more than 15 interactive stations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

There will also be numerous offerings for children and families on the following event days. This underlines the Longines Global Champions Tour Vienna's claim to be far more than a classic sporting event.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sch\u00f6nbrunn as a Unique Stage<\/strong><\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n

For\u00a0\u00a0Klaus Panholzer<\/strong>, Managing Director of the Sch\u00f6nbrunn Group, the event is a special part of the event year: \u201eThe Longines Global Champions Tour Vienna impressively demonstrates how top international sport and the unique historical ambiance of Sch\u00f6nbrunn Palace can work together. At the same time, we are particularly pleased that the event, with its diverse program, appeals to people with a wide range of interests and generations.<\/em>.\u201c<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Global Champions League team competition on Friday and the Longines Global Champions Tour of Vienna Grand Prix with a jump-off on Sunday will be the highlights of the weekend. Numerous Olympic champions, world champions, and top international riders are expected once again.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The awards ceremony will provide a special finale: Star tenor Paolo Scariano will perform with a 100-voice children's choir, celebrating the winners musically in front of the impressive backdrop of Sch\u00f6nbrunn Palace.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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For enquiries, please contact:<\/u><\/strong>
Sonja Klima +43 676 663 00 00 office@lgct-vienna.com<\/a>
Julia Kent +43 664 246 90 55 | julia@komma4.at<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Sonja Klima, Co-organizer of LGCT Vienna | Sch\u00f6nbrunn Palace and Klaus Panholzer, Managing Director Sch\u00f6nbrunn Group.\u00a0\u00a0The reproduction of the image for press purposes is free of charge, provided the copyright \u201eAndreas Tischler\u201c is cited.\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Visual Longines Global Champions Tour Vienna 2026 | Sch\u00f6nbrunn Palace\u00a0The reproduction of the image for press purposes is free of charge, provided the copyright \u201eLongines Global Champions Tour\u201c is indicated.\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Program Longines Global Champions Tour Vienna 2026 | Sch\u00f6nbrunn Palace\u00a0
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Four days packed with highlights: From September 24th to 27th, 2026, the Longines Global Champions Tour Vienna will offer world-class show jumping, an international dressage competition for the first time, a dedicated kids' day, performances by the Spanish Riding School, and Working Equitation. 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