May/June 2025 Issue

Page 6 May/June 2025 EAST COAST EQUESTRIAN Thursday, May 29 $50,000 International USHJAHunter Derby and $226,000 Sapphire Grand Prix of Devon Watch as horses and riders gain experience in Derby competition in the $50,000 International USHJA Hunter Der- by. The Grand Prix is not to be missed as the sport’s best athletes and horses compete over a grand prix course ranging from 1.45m to 1.60m fences. BUDWEISER CLYDESDALES! Celebrating their 92nd Anniversary these majestic horses and iconic Budweiser wagon grace the Dixon Oval on both Thursday, May 29th and Saturday, May 31st. Call (610) 688-2554 or visit devonhorseshow.net for Special Ring- side Budweiser Clydesdales seating. Valley Forge Military Academy Honor Guard The VFMAC Color Guard will present the colors prior to the 7 p.m. event on Thursday, May 29. Friday, May 30 $38,700 Devon Speed Derby The evening highlight is the fast and furious Devon Speed Derby. Devon Horse Show boxholders compete for awards including Best Food and Best Theme. Winners are awarded with Devon Horse Show ribbons. Saturday, May 31 $145,100 Idle Dice Open Jumper Stake The final FEI International class, speed and a clear round are required over a course spanning the Dixon Oval and Wheeler Ring. The evening begins with the Devon Derby Drawing. Books are $10 for 6 chances to win great prizes including a 2025 Land Rover Defender 2 year lease, Phillies tickets and much more. BUDWEISER CLYDESDALES! Celebrating their 92nd Anniversary these majestic horses and iconic Budweiser wagon grace the Dixon Oval again. Sunday, June 1 Breeders Day The final day of the show features handlers and young horses vying for breeding awards in the historic Dixon Oval. Children’s Day From 10 a.m. to noon, children enjoy crafts, including decorating hats which they then parade through the Coun- try Fair grounds. The $12 entrance fee includes all activities and materials. Location: Devon Picnic Grove and Pavilion Pony Rides Join us for fun pony rides on Sunday from 10 AM to 2 PM! Perfect for kids — come say hello to our friendly po- nies and enjoy a ride. Plant Sale Immediately following the last class on Sunday, June 1, an amazing assortment of perennial shrubs and plants and colorful annuals will be sold next to the ring at the main gate. New this year, pre-order your flowers at devonhorseshow. net for pick up on June 1. 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