Expand your knowledge about the Icelandic horse in our House of Education! Scientists, veterinarians, instructors and trainers share the latest news on Animal Breeding, Sport, Health & Welfare and Training.
And don’t miss out on the latest news during our Live talkshow on Thursday, Friday and Saturday and our Live interviews on Saturday and Sunday.
Tuesday, Aug 8
11:00-12:00
Stomach ulcers in Icelandic horses
Nanna Luthersson, an equine veterinarian that recently has done research in Iceland about the prevalence of gastric ulcers in young Icelandic horses, will present her latest findings.
16:30-17:30
About conformation
Heimir Gunnarsson, an international breeding judge, breeding leader of Sweden, chairman of the breeders judges committee and member of the breeding committee of FEIF, will talk about how our breed has developed from work horse to sport horse the past decades.
Wednesday, Aug 9
16:30-17:30
Nutrition for sport horses
Anneke Hallebeek is an equine veterinarian and specialist in veterinary nutrition. She will tell us the ins-and-outs of the nutrition for sport horses.
21.20-21.35
Opening Ceremony
The greatest Opening Ceremony in a complete new concept with live music, a sing along, a toast and of course the official opening itself.
13:00-14:00
Flying pace
Magnús Skúlason, a well-known Icelandic horse rider and instructor and former World Champion, has extraordinary skills in riding pace, which is he willing to share with us.
Thursday, Aug 10
11:00-12:00
Pain recognition in horses
Machteld van Dierendonck, a behavior and animal welfare specialist, will share her professional knowledge on horses show their pain and how we can recognize this behavior.
21.45-24.00
Let’s dance!
Our DJ will bring the best music to move your feet!
16:30-17:30
Sports physiology for horses
Esther Siegers, an European acknowledged specialist in equine internal medicine (dipl. ECEIM), will talk about the sports physiology of horses and how we can get them in the best shape possible to achieve an excellent performance.
18:30-19:15
Live talkshow
Host Hulda Gústafsdóttir, table guests Stian Pedersen, Florian Schneider & Siggi Saem and other specials guests based on the days events, will talk about horses, sports and more during our Live talkshow.
21:15-21:30
Prize ceremony PP1 and P1 at the square
21:30-23:30
The PubQuiz
Do you know the best facts, figures and stories when it comes to the World Championships for Icelandic Horses, now but also in the past? Form a team, come and play and win nice prizes!
22.00-00.45
HOTSHOT!
They are the hottest band in town, five young musicians with loads of energy will give you a fantastic evening with rock n’ roll and glitter & glamour. It’s party time!
Friday, Aug 11
11:00-12:00
Equanimity horse training
Steinar Sigurbjornsson, a graduate of Hólar University, is an accomplished equestrian professional. He will share insights about the intrinzen training method with us.
16:30-17:30
Underwater treadmill and swimming
Morgan Lashley, an equine veterinarian, specialized in veterinary sports medicine and rehabilitation, talks about the pro’s and cons of swimming and the use of the underwater treadmill.
18:30-19:15
Live talkshow
Host Hulda Gústafsdóttir, table guests Stian Pedersen, Florian Schneider & Siggi Saem and other specials guests based on the days events, will talk about horses, sports and more during our Live talkshow.
22.00-00.45
Alice Springs
A party folk act with up-rhythm songs with drum, violins and banjo. They are the festival favourite in the Netherlands at the moment!
Saturday, Aug 12
12:30-13:15
Live interviews
Host Reynir Örn Pálmason will interview special guests about the days events in the finals.
17:00-17:15
Prize giving ceremonies P2 and P2Y (Markaður square)
17.00-18.30
Bridget et les Types Typiques
Grassroots music from the heart, great musical entertainment during the dinner break.
17:30-18:15
Live talkshow
Host Hulda Gústafsdóttir, table guests Stian Pedersen, Florian Schneider & Siggi Saem and other specials guests based on the days events, will talk about horses, sports and more during our Live talkshow.
19:55-20:30
Prize giving ceremonies on the oval track for Four Gait Combination C4 & C4Y, Five Gait Combination C5 & C5Y and Team Trophy.
21.00-22.00
Brookside Barn
Grassroots music from the heart, great musical entertainment to liven up your dinner.
22.00-01.00
Mag Het Wat Zachter
Some of you might remember them from 2017. The nine (!) musicians of this cover band will blow you away with their energy and the very best songs. This will be the highlight of live music at WC2023!
Sunday, Aug 13
12:15-13:00
Live interviews
Host Reynir Örn Pálmason will interview special guests about the days events in the finals.
14:30-14:45
The Thank You ceremony
Code of conduct
During the World Championships there will be a certain code of conduct in place. By buying a ticket you agree to these house rules. The code of conduct can be found, in detail, via our Rules World Championships Icelandic Horses 2023.