DEVON, PA — This year’s edition of the Devon Horse Show and Country Fair, which runs from Thursday, May 25, through Sunday, June 4, has something for everyone. Horse lovers can expect daily world-class equestrian competition. Shoppers will adore the dozens of unique pop-up clothing, jewelry, art, and houseware boutiques. Families will love the exciting carnival, with midway games, rides, and a Ferris wheel. And when visitors get hungry, multiple dining venues will give them plenty of options, from fun fair foods to more refined options. Plus, the Devon Tea Cart will be serving up Devon’s traditional lemon sticks and fudge. The horse show also boasts a robust schedule of special events, including Ladies Day — complete with Devon’s famous Hat Contest, a Memorial Day Tribute to our heroes, and even appearances from the majestic Budweiser Clydesdales!
The Devon Horse Show and Country Fair is North America’s longest-running and largest outdoor multi-breed equestrian competition.
The 2023 Devon Horse Show will feature many of the nation’s best equestrians vying for victory — and almost $1 million in prize money — in the Dixon Oval and Wheeler Ring. Among the most popular events are the $50,000 Arena Eventing competition on Sunday, May 28; the $38,700 Main Line Challenge Speed Stake on Wednesday, May 31; the $25,000 International USHJA Hunter Derby and the $226,000 Sapphire Grand Prix of Devon, both on Thursday, June 1; the $38,700 Devon Speed Derby on Friday, June 2; and the $145,100 Idle Dice Open Jumper Stake on Saturday, June 3. To see the full competition schedule, visit https://www.devonhorseshow.net/about/schedule/.
In addition, various special events will be held throughout the Devon Horse Show and Country Fair. Highlights include the Devon Dog Show on Thursday, May 25; the adorable Itty-Bitty Tea Party for children on Sunday, May 28; and on Wednesday, May 31, Cocktails with Clydesdales — a private (limited tickets available) viewing opportunity for those wanting an up-close look at the iconic Budweiser horses. To see the full schedule of special events, visit https://www.devonhorseshow.net/about/schedule/.
Tickets and more information about the 2023 Devon Horse Show and Country Fair are available at https://www.devonhorseshow.net/.
Updated information is also available at https://www.devonhorseshow.net on the Daily@Devon tab, which lists hours, events, and a comprehensive schedule for each day.
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