Fashion & Style

The Devon Horse Show: What to Wear & What to do at PA Horse Shows

June 4, 2015

The Devon Horse Show is a county fair that happens annually in May in Devon, Pennsylvania. Luckily, that’s only a short drive outside of the city of Philadelphia. The Devon Horse Show is a really unique event that is designed to watch Equestrian teams and performances. Pennsylvania Horse Shows are just as snobby as they sound and yet, I adore every minute of it.

I have attended the Devon Horse Show nearly every year since I was a youngin’ with my mother. Not only is it a unique experience (because how many times in your life do you stumble upon horse jumping competitions) but the county fair also has AMAZING food. Now you probably realize where my adoration for this Horse Show actually comes from.

The county fair aspect of the show has vendors from all over Pennsylvania. They sell everything from dips and cheeses to candy. What makes this fair so enjoyable for me is that they actually serve vegetarian substitutes like veggie dogs and burgers. That is something I have found hard to find once you leave the skyline of Philadelphia and I’m always in awe when I can find a decent veggie burger in Pennsylvania. However, the best food vendor at the Devon Horse Show is this little market that sells amazing tea sandwiches. There are not many moments in life when you can find the time to wear a big floppy hat, sip tea and chow down on a variety of Tea Finger sandwiches. Cherish, these moments.

As far as fashion, Horse Shows are particularly special because many of the people attending wear fashions similar to what you see on television at the Kentucky Derby. Bright spring dresses, huge floppy hats, white gloves and heels are all part of the bizarre experience. If you live in the Philadelphia or the New Jersey area, you should definitely check out an authentic Pennsylvania horse Show; If only, for an excuse to wear arm length gloves. You will never have a better people watching experience than at the Devon Horse Show.