Tent pegging rider galloping with lance lowered toward a ground peg at sunset

Saturday, August 22, 2026 · 12:00 p.m. onwards5807 5th Side Rd, Cookstown, ON L0L 1N0

Where Courage
Meets The Lance

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Canada's Tent Pegging Championship

The thunder of hooves, the precision of the lance, and a centuries-old equestrian tradition — now on Canadian soil.

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01 — Date

Saturday, August 22, 2026

12:00 p.m. onwards

02 — Admission

Free Entry

RSVP required

03 — Venue

5807 5th Side Rd

Cookstown, ON L0L 1N0

Venue

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5807 5th Side Rd, Cookstown, ON L0L 1N0. Free on-site parking available.

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What To Expect

A Day Built For Everyone

Elite competition, family activities, and food all day long.

International Tent Pegging Competition

Riders from across Canada and abroad compete for the championship title.

Family Event

Kid-friendly activities, pony rides, and open seating for all ages.

Food Trucks & Services

On-site vendors, market stalls, and services throughout both days.

Food & Refreshments

Hot meals, chai, and cold drinks to keep the crowd going.

The Sport

What is Tent Pegging?

Tent pegging is a mounted cavalry sport where riders gallop down a course and use a sword or lance to pick up small targets from the ground. It demands courage, timing, and an unbreakable bond between horse and rider.

Neza Bazi brings this ancient tradition to Canadian audiences — blending athletic competition with cultural heritage and community celebration.

Meet the Organizers

Silhouette of a horse and rider in a dusty arena at dusk

Event Schedule

The Day
At A Glance

From the gates opening on Saturday to the final community activities on Sunday, every hour of Neza Bazi is built around the horse, the rider, and the community that gathers to watch.

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Saturday, August 22, 2026

12:00 PM

Main Entrance & Vendor Row