The 2025 Winter Equestrian Festival (WEF) and Adequan® Global Dressage Festival at Wellington International will run from January to March, featuring 13 weeks of world-class equestrian competition, family-friendly Friday Night Stars Dressage and Saturday Night Lights Show Jumping events, and the top riders and horses from around the globe. This year, expect to see 10 of the top 20 athletes on the world rankings competing throughout the season!

With free general admission, guests can enjoy the ultimate Saturday Night Lights experiences, including delicious food, live music, shopping, a carousel, face painting, bounce houses, pony rides, a petting zoo, magicians, stilt walkers, and the highest level of competitive show jumping. New this year: an updated Tiki Hut menu, Chrome Horse Tequila at the Central Park bar, and the debut of the luxury hospitality space, The NetJets Landing. There will also be exciting new food and retail vendors. For those looking to elevate their experience, enhanced experiences are available including the relaxed Tiki Hut or the exclusive Blue Ribbon Club, which offers gourmet buffets, open bars, and stunning views.

Wellington International is open to visitors, and general admission is free Wednesday through Sunday, from 8 AM until the end of competition.

Special Events to Mark on Your Calendar:

• Saturday, February 1, 2025: 16th Annual Great Charity Challenge Sponsored by Fidelity® Investments – A festive evening of costumes, fun competition, and more than $2 million in philanthropy given to Palm Beach County nonprofits.
• Saturday, March 1, 2025: $150,000 CSIO4* Nations Cup presented by Florida Coast Equipment – The *Nations Cup* brings together teams from around the world, each representing their country in a thrilling show jumping competition. Cheer on your favorite nation!
• Saturday, March 29, 2025: $750,000 Rolex US Equestrian Open CSI5* Grand Prix – The spectacular CSI5* season finale as part of the Rolex Series Equestrian, featuring the best riders in the world.

Economic and Community Impact
In 2024, WEF contributed $403.6 million to Palm Beach County’s economy, creating 3,792 jobs and $117 million in labor earnings. Spanning over 100 acres, hosting 7,000 horses, and drawing competitors from 42 countries, WEF is the world’s largest and longest-running equestrian festival.

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