Winter Equestrian Festival (WEF)

EQUESTRIAN SEASON RETURNS TO THE PALM BEACHES

Equestrian season is back in The Palm Beaches. The Winter Equestrian Festival (WEF) at Wellington International runs through March 29, 2026, offering more than $16 million in prize money and welcoming elite riders from around the globe. Spanning 13 weeks of FEI-sanctioned competition, WEF remains one of the most influential equestrian circuits in the world. Running alongside the festival is the Palm Beach International Polo Season at the National Polo Center in Wellington.

From December 2025 through April 2026, top-ranked polo players compete in matches and tournaments, drawing international athletes and fans. The season’s reach extends far beyond the field through The Palm Beaches TV, which showcases equestrian and polo programming to national audiences, amplifying the region’s global visibility.

According to the Palm Beach County Sports Commission, the 2025 equestrian season generated $536.2 million of economic impact and supported nearly 5,000 jobs, reinforcing Palm Beach County’s position as a premier destination for equestrian sport.