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About Murieta Equestrian Center

Welcome to Murieta Equestrian Center (MEC), a premier private equestrian and event facility in Rancho Murieta, just 24 miles east of downtown Sacramento. With a busy calendar featuring ~60 events annually, MEC is a versatile venue for horse shows, equestrian exhibitions, and multi-genre events. Here’s what you need to know to plan your visit, secure your seats, and make the most of your experience.

Address: 7200 Lone Pine Drive, Rancho Murieta, CA 95683. MEC offers a variety of spectator seating, ample on-site parking, and convenient transit options, plus recommended nearby hotels and dining from trusted partners.

Venue details

  • Capacity & seating: Main indoor arena seats up to 3,000. The GGT Footing Arena accommodates up to 3,000 spectators. Total on-site bleacher seating is approximately 3,000. The Classics Arena features lawn-style seating along one end, with additional spectator seating across the facility.
  • Facilities: Up to 1,000 stalls for horses and 70+ RV spaces to accommodate events with extended participant stays. Several arenas offer dedicated spectator seating for optimal viewing angles.
  • Parking & transport: On-site parking with a public parking lot behind Arenas 9–10. Bus and motorcoach parking available for large groups. Event signage typically directs traffic flow and parking areas.
  • Transit & access: MEC is about 24 miles east of downtown Sacramento. Facility roads emphasize horse-safe traffic at 5 mph for safety and smooth access during events.
  • Nearby accommodations: The official host hotel is The Murieta Inn & Spa, a luxury boutique property with 83 rooms adjacent to MEC, ideal for attendees and visiting teams.
  • Popular events: Sacramento International Horse Show, Western States Horse Expo, Gold N Grand, YOLO Spring Classic, and many other multi-genre horse shows. MEC hosts approximately 60 events annually.
  • Contact & official channels: For venue details, event schedules, and directions, visit the official MEC pages and follow partner sites for updates.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Address: 7200 Lone Pine Drive, Rancho Murieta, CA 95683.
  • Venue type: Private equestrian and event facility; open to spectators and hosting 60+ events annually.
  • Capacity: Main indoor arena seats 3,000; GGT Footing Arena seats up to 3,000; total on-site bleacher seating listed as ~3,000; 1,000 stalls; 70+ RV spaces.
  • Seating options: GGT Footing Arena seats 3,000; The Classics Arena offers lawn seating along one end; several arenas have dedicated spectator seating.
  • Parking: On-site parking with a public parking lot behind Arenas 9–10; bus/motorcoach parking available; parking often clearly signposted at events.
  • Transit: On-site bus/motorcoach parking; MEC is about 24 miles east of downtown Sacramento; facility roads emphasize slow, horse-safe traffic (5 MPH).
  • Nearby hotels: The Murieta Inn & Spa (83-room luxury boutique hotel) is the official host hotel adjacent to MEC.
  • Notable events hosted: Sacramento International Horse Show, Western States Horse Expo, Gold N Grand, YOLO Spring Classic, and other multi-genre horse shows; MEC hosts ~60 events annually.
  • Renamed or demolished: No evidence of demolition or renaming; MEC continues to operate as Murieta Equestrian Center.