Known as the winter horse capital of the world, Wellington, Florida is home of the Winter Equestrian Festival. Also known as “WEF”, this prestigious showjumping circuit kicks off in the beginning of January and runs through the end of March (January 9-March 31, 2019). It’s truly the premier destination for both junior riders to Olympic level world class equestrian showjumping competitors to meet and compete at the Palm Beach International Equestrian Center for the winter.
The official Prize List is now available online at the Palm Beach International Equestrian Center website and for pick up at the show office.
The Winter Equestrian Festival, also known as “WEF”, is open to the public and offers free general admission throughout the season to all events, including the Grand Prix “Saturday Night Lights” featuring international prestigious showjumping under the lights in the traditional International Ring beginning at 7:00 p.m. each Saturday of the show circuit. Gates open at 6:00 p.m. for friends, family, and fans and other activities include shopping unique boutiques, carousel rides, face painting, family entertainment, eclectic food, and more.
The schedule of weeks include the following:
WEF 1 Jan 9-13 Wellington Regional Medical Center Premier “AA”
WEF 2 NetJets CSI 2* Premier “AA”
WEF 3 Adequan CSI 3* Premier “AA”
WEF 4 Marshall & Sterling CSI 4* Premier “AA”
WEF 5 Fidelity Investments CSI 5* Premier “AA”
WEF 6 WCHF CSI 3* Premier “AA”
WEF 7: Rolex CSI 5* & 2* Premier “AA”
WEF8: Lugano Diamonds CSIO4* Premier “AA”
WEF 9: Douglas Elliman Real Estate CSI 5* & 2* Premier “AA”
WEF 10: Horseware Ireland CSI 3* Premier “AA”
WEF 11: Wellington Agricultural Services CSI 4* Premier “AA”
WEF 12: Rolex CSI 5* & 2* Premier “AA”
For more information, please visit www.pbiec.coth.com