Bruce Springsteen's Olympian daughter Jessica Springsteen will be among those competing in one of the Devon Horse Show's events this year.
Max Bennett, Patch Staff
|Updated Tue, May 20, 2025 at 8:20 am ET
DEVON, PA — The oldest and largest outdoor multi-breed horse show in North America will begin this week on the Main Line, celebrating nearly 130 years of equestrian mastery.
The 2025 Devon Horse Show and Country Fair will take place Wednesday through Sunday, June 1. Gates will open at about 8 a.m. and close at about 10 p.m. daily.
The show’s 129th anniversary includes almost $1 million in prize money and 12 days of world-class equestrian competition, as well as entertainment, gourmet food, specialty boutiques, amusement rides, carnival games, and more.
Remaining true to its legacy, The Devon Horse Show and Country Fair raises money for their beneficiary, Bryn Mawr Hospital.
"With the number of entries increasing every year, we are pleased to offer our riders and attendees 12 days of competition and pageantry," Wayne W. Grafton, CEO and Chairman of the Devon Horse Show and Country Fair, said. "We continue to invest in ongoing improvements to accommodate our equestrians and loyal spectators."
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The week-and-a-half-long event features many of the nation's top equestrians vying for victory and almost $1 million in prize money while competing in Dixon Oval and Wheeler Ring.
Some of the most popular classes follow:
Boyd Martin, a three-time Olympian and past Devon Arena Eventing winner, is returning to Devon with his mare, Miss Lulu Herself, to compete in the Arena Eventing Competition. Martin is known internationally for his dynamic cross-country rides and consistent performance at five-star events and championships. He operates Windurra USA in nearby Cochranville.
And Buck Davidson, another top U.S. rider and former Devon Arena Eventing champion, is slated to compete on Erroll Gobey, the same mount with which he won the class in 2023, in the Aren Eventing competition. Davidson brings both technical mastery and bold cross-country instincts to this format.
May 29th's Sapphire Grand Prix will be the most competitive and internationally diverse Grand Prix in the show's history. The $226,000 Sapphire Grand Prix of Devon will bring together a lineup of elite riders representing countries including Brazil, Germany, Israel, Ireland, Egypt, and the United States, making this the biggest Grand Prix ever at Devon. Even legendary rocker Bruce Springsteen's daughter, Jessica Springsteen, will be competing.
The Sapphire Grand Prix will showcase eight of the world’s top 50 riders, Olympic medalists, and rising stars, all vying for one of the most coveted titles in North American show jumping. Among the global talent are:
The Grand Prix will be judged and officiated by an international panel, including officials from Brazil and the United States, with Brazilian course designer Anderson Lima creating a world-class challenge for the competitors.
"This year’s Sapphire Grand Prix is a true testament to Devon’s global reach and reputation," Grafton said. "With riders from so many nations, including Brazil, Germany, Israel, and the USA, this is the most exciting and diverse field we’ve ever assembled. The world will be watching as these champions compete under the lights in the Dixon Oval."
This year's event will feature the return of the legendary Budweiser Clydesdales. These high-stepping Budweiser bays will grace the Dixon Oval at about 9 p.m. on May 29, May 30, and May 31. Three-night seating packages for $175 per person are available these evenings. This package offers a prime view of the Budweiser Clydesdales and includes access to some of the Devon Horse Show's most popular and thrilling classes.
“The Clydesdales are just one of the many unique and exclusive exhibitions we offer our audience," Grafton said. "The team travels 300 days a year, showcasing these gentle giants all over North America. We look forward to honoring them and the outstanding crew that cares for them."
This year, Anheuser-Busch commemorates the 92nd Anniversary of the Budweiser Clydesdales, a timeless symbol of the brewer’s legacy and a testament to the iconic horses’ integral role in American culture. These majestic horses will pull the renowned red Studebaker beer delivery wagon, guided by an expert driver dressed in yesteryear’s traditional green and red delivery uniform.
The show will be available to an international audience through its live stream to 57 countries on the USEF Network and ESPN.
Special Ticket Packages are available now online here or by calling 610-688-2554 between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m.
All individual seat tickets are available online, at the ticket office, and by phone from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 610-688-2554. Tickets may also be purchased the day of at the main entrance.
General admission tickets are $20, seniors 70 and older and kids ages 6 to 18 are $10, and children 5 and under are free. Tickets for the Grand Prix on May 29 are an additional $15.
Started in 1896, The Devon Horse Show and Country Fair is the oldest and largest outdoor multi-breed horse show in North America and draws in top competitors worldwide.
With Philadelphia's historic Main Line as its backdrop, the show reflects local traditions and lifestyles of the community.
More than 2,000 volunteers run the event, which features various boutique shops in miniature cottages, amusement rides and games for kids, dining options, and live entertainment.
Learn more about all the offerings at this year's event online here.
The Devon Horse Show Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that operates to serve the charitable and educational purposes of The Devon Horse Show and Country Fair, Inc. It also supports the maintenance and improvement of the historic Devon Horse Show grounds to ensure its position as one of the premier equestrian event facilities in the world.
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