Kick off the equestrian season and watch competitors from the youngest on their lead line ponies to the pros jumping the highest fences. Junior and adult high jump competitors take turns clearing the fences while Hunter and Jumper Stakes, Young and Local Hunters all tune up before the Devon Horse Show. Benefits the Kimberton Hounds. […]
Join for the most stylish two minutes in sports — done the Jockey way. Enjoy Happy Hour from 3 to 6, live music starting at 5, mint juleps served in official Kentucky Derby glassware, raffles and a Derby-themed photo booth. Reserve a table online or sit at the bar. 240 Lancaster Ave., Malvern. JockeyTavern.com/Reserve.
Enjoy a day of elite horse racing at Winterthur Estate. A signature event complete with antique carriage parade and antique car exhibit. Enjoy tailgating, hospitality tents, kids activities and shopping. Benefits Winterthur’s programs. 5105 Kennett Pk., Wilmington. Times and tickets, Winterthur.org.
Wear white to this elegant dinner held in a picturesque setting, the location being emailed to those who purchase tickets. Bring your own dinner and beverages, table settings and decor and enjoy music and dancing. 7 to 10 p.m. $40 for individual tickets; $300 for a table of 8. For details, text 610-564-9276. Willowdale.org/Willowdale-In-White.
The Phoenixville Jaycees Foundation continues the tradition with a midway filled with games, rides and vendors, live music nightly at the bandshell and the Dogwood Beer Garden. Benefits local nonprofits. Reeves Park, 148 3rd Ave., Phoenixville. Wed– Fri, 6 to 10 pm; Sat, 1 to 10; Sun, parade at 1 pm. PhoenixvilleDogwoodFestival.org.
A hunter derby horse show in Penns Woods’ vineyard with wine, local beer and cider, live music, food trucks, artisan vendors and more. Penns Woods Winery, 124 Beaver Valley Rd., Chadds Ford. 10 to 6. $15. PennsWoodsWinery.com/Derby.
May 24, riders of all abilities compete in equitation, dressage and trail classes at Thorncroft Equestrian Center, 190 Line Rd., Malvern. May 25, presentation of trophies and championship class at the grounds of the Devon Horse Show Grounds, Rt. 30, Devon. Benefits Thorncroft. 190 Line Rd., Malvern. Thorncroft.org.
Spectators picnic and tailgate at the grounds. 232 Polo Rd., Toughkenamon. Friday Twilight Polo—gates open at 5; match at 5:30. Sun, gates open at 1:30; match at 3, $15–$20. Canceled for rain or extreme heat. 610-268-8692; BrandywinePolo.com.
Spectators picnic and tailgate at the grounds. 232 Polo Rd., Toughkenamon. Friday Twilight Polo—gates open at 5; match at 5:30. Sun, gates open at 1:30; match at 3, $15–$20. Canceled for rain or extreme heat. 610-268-8692; BrandywinePolo.com.
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