Wellington International Horse Shows 2025 -2026

The Wellington International Equestrian Center is poised for a transformative expansion that will more than double its size. This ambitious project aims to maintain Wellington's status as a premier equestrian destination while addressing growing competition from other venues, such as the World Equestrian Center in Ocala, Florida and TerrNova Equestrian Center near Sarasota, FL.

Key Features of the Expansion

The proposed expansion will increase the showgrounds from 80 acres to approximately 194.65 acres. Central to this plan is the construction of a 206,000-square-foot stadium featuring retail, dining, and hospitality spaces. Additional facilities include multiple new competition arenas, a grass derby field, and over 200 permanent horse stalls. The venue will also introduce a dedicated compound for Fédération Equestre Internationale (FEI) competitors, two covered arenas, and expanded parking and traffic flow improvements.

The integration of hunter, jumper, and dressage disciplines into one cohesive facility is another highlight. While hunters and dressage will occupy the existing grounds, jumpers will move to a new facility on the acquired Parcel F. This consolidation aims to enhance the experience for riders, horses, and spectators while reducing congestion.

Community Impact

The project promises significant benefits, including enhanced facilities for elite riders and improved safety and accessibility. The addition of new entrances and bridle trails aims to alleviate traffic congestion around South Shore Boulevard and Pierson Road Furthermore, Wellington Lifestyle Partners has pledged $40 million toward initial improvements, underscoring their commitment to completing the project by 2028

Looking Ahead

Improved Hospitality & Sponsorship Opportunities: The venue will undergo a redesign to better support sponsors and hospitality services, ensuring a more seamless experience for attendees.

- Infrastructure Upgrades: The facility will receive general improvements to support the increasing number of competitors and spectators. These upgrades aim to solidify Wellington International as a world-class equestrian hub while making the experience more enjoyable for riders, horses, and fans alike. Exciting times ahead!

Winter Equestrian Festival WEF 2026 Show Dates

Starting on December 31, 2025. the 2026 WEF season will feature 13 weeks of competition, 12 of which will offer FEI classes. Four weeks will be highlighted by CSI5* competition, including the final Rolex Grand Prix CSI5* during the WEF 12 Rolex & WCHR Finale Week.

Other highlights of the Winter Equestrian Festival include the WCHR Hunter Spectacular, BrainJuice U25 Grand Prix Series, WEF Equitation Championship, Hermès 1.50m Jumper Series, the Adequan® WEF Challenge Cup classes, groom’s classes, a team hunter exhibition, USHJA hunter derbies, the Great Charity Challenge sponsored by Fidelity® Investments, and the annual Nation’s Cup.

The Winter Equestrian Festival Horse Shows are sanctioned by FEI, and USEF with the related benefits of related championship scoring points. WEF is the largest show jumping circuit in the world and attracts top level riders from many different countries to compete in the FEI 2*CSI - 5* CSI events.

Also, there is nothing like watching WEF events with live streaming. It the next best thing to being there.

Wellington Saturday Night Lights is an exciting event held at Wellington International during the Winter Equestrian Festival (WEF) from January to March. It features grand prix show jumping competitions, along with live music, entertainment, food vendors, and family-friendly activities like face painting, pony rides, and a petting zoo.

The event takes place every Saturday night, with gates opening at 6:00 p.m. and the competition starting at 7:00 p.m. General admission is free, but parking is $22, though there are free parking options available at Equestrian Village with complimentary shuttles to the venue.

It's a fantastic way to enjoy a night out with family and friends while experiencing top-tier equestrian sports and entertainment.

Adequan Global Dressage Festival 2026 (AGDF) at Equestrian Village

The Global Dressage Festival facility in Equestrian Village is home to "Friday Night Stars" featuring the finest free style musical dressage performances. The musical freestyle, in which horse and rider dance to their own choreography, draws large crowds on Friday nights. General admission is free, but you will pay $22 per car for parking.

The Adequan Global Dressage Festival provided an exciting AGDF season in 2025 and has published its show schedule featuring CDI 1*- 5* shows with three months of rated dressage shows January - March 2026. The AGDF has grown to be the largest dressage show circuit in the world. AGDF Schedule 2026.

Wellington ESP Horse Shows June - December, 2025

• ESP June I - May 29 to June 1
• ESP June II - June 5 to June 8
• ESP Summer II - August 14 to August 17
• ESP Summer III - August 21 to August 24
• ESP Labor Day - August 28 to August 31
• ESP September - September 11 to September 14
• ESP Florida State Fall & Region 10 ASPCA Final - September 18 to September 21
• RITA & Irish Flynn Memorial - September 26 to September 28
• ESP October - October 2 to October 5
• ESP Fall I - October 9 to October 12

Wellington International Equestrian Center

Wellington International features 12 competition rings throughout the show complex. Featuring exclusively designed show jumping and hunter arena, and new permanent stables.

Show jumping Stadium A is centered on a beautifully manicured grass derby field with natural obstacles covering 60 acres. Shaded stands and easy access to all seating make this stadium a standout for horse show spectators. Moreover, the nearby International Arena features the popular "Saturday Night Lights" show jumping finals each week.

Wellington Equestrian Village

The area of Wellington, Florida devoted to equine activities is known as the Wellington Equestrian Village. Long term plans approved by the Wellington Town Council call for new horse show facilities and barns to be constructed on 144 acres next to Equestrian Village and the Equestrian Village property to be redeveloped for other purposes.

See details below. New Equestrian Facilities and Residential Neighborhood to come to Wellington, FL.

Equestrian Sport Productions

Throughout the year, Equestrian Sport Productions (ESP) holds USEF Level 3 show jumping events at Wellington International. ESP Show Schedule 2025. These events include spring, summer, and fall show jumping.

Wellington Classic Dressage

Wellington Classic Dressage presents USEF/USDF recognized dressage shows throughout the year at the Jim Brandon Equestrian Center in West Palm Beach (10), and the World Equestrian Center in Ocala (4). The WEC venue is a climate controlled dressage arena. Wellington Classic Dressage and Gold Coast Dresssge are iconic dressage organizations with long histories of firt class shows.

Gold Coast Dressage

Gold Coast Dressage also presents USEF/USDF recognized dressage shows (6) throughout the year including shows at  the Jim Brandon Equestrian Center in West Palm Beach.

pdf 2025 show schedule for both WCD and GCD

Combined dreessage show schedule for Wellington Classic Dressage and Gold Coast Dressage.

USPA National Polo Center - Wellington

The NPC is the largest and most spectator-friendly polo facility in the United States and features seven tournament polo fields. In addition, the facility is home to the Gauntlet of Polo and the Women's Polo Championship. The United States Polo Association (USPA) is headquarted in Wellington.

Wellington Polo Clubs

Wellington host several active polo clubs including Flying Cow Polo Club, Patagones Polo Club, Grand Champions Polo Club, and La Dalia Polo Club.

Palm Beach Equine Sports Complex

Located at 13070 Pierson Road in Wellington, the PBESC offers 330 stalls for horse show participants. Based in the epicenter of equestrian competition, Palm Beach Equine Sports Complex is only strides from Wellington International and Wellington Equestrian.

White Fences Equestrian Center

Located in nearby Loxahatchee, FL the White Fences Equestrian Center hosts horse shows throughout the year and is advertised as a dressage boarding and show facility. Monthly boarding is available during the horse show season. White Fences offers schooling shows throughout the year. In addition, this twenty five acre facility hosts five show rings plus ample riding opportunities on the property and adjacent Deer Run.

The Ridge at Wellington Groves

The Ridge at Wellington Groves, Florida is a winter training base and home of the Palm Beach Series. The series includes Hunter Derby Days, USEF Equitation Tuesdays, the Turf Tour, and full divisions for hunters, jumpers, and equitation riders each winter.

Other Palm Beach County Equestrian Show Venues

Jim Brandon Equestrian Center, Forest Hill Blvd in West Palm Beach, FL

The Jim Brandon Equestrian Center is a world Class Equestrian Park in Palm Beach County consisting of five riding rings, a covered arena, and two quality stables with a capacity of 128 horses. In addition, there are over nine miles of riding trails, a vendor facility, and buildings. All these improvements provide the venue with features necessary to host world class shows and competitions on its 110 acres.

Also, Jim Brandon Equestrian Center is a show venue for Well 10 Welington Classic Dressage shows, 6 Gold Coast Dressage Shows, Palm Beach County Horseman's Association, and Palm Beach Posse.  Facility information and map.

Palm Beach Posse

The Palm Beach Posse is a renowned equestrian organization based in Royal Palm Beach, Florida. Established over 60 years ago, it hosts a variety of horse shows, including English, Western, Dressage, Hunter, Jumper, and Barrel Racing events. The organization is dedicated to promoting quality horse shows and providing opportunities for riders of all levels to compete and showcase their skills. With a strong community focus, the Palm Beach Posse continues to be a cornerstone of equestrian sports in the region.

The Palm Beach Posse holds its shows at the Jim Brandon Equestrian Center, West Palm Beach, Florida.

Jupiter Farms Park Equestrian Center

The equestrian area is available for public use except during special events. This park is the show venue for the Jupiter Horsemen's Association which holds shows October - April. Jupiter Farms Equestrian Center also offers equestrian trails for public use.