Devon, Pa. – Sept. 13, 2021 – The 2021 Devon Fall Classic presented by Main Line Health will return to the historic Devon Horse Show Grounds from Wednesday, September 15 through Sunday, September 19, 2021 thanks to the generous support of its sponsors. These organizations have joined forces with the Devon Fall Classic to help support both the local and equestrian communities. Returning for its eighth year, the Devon Fall Classic benefits the Devon Horse Show and Country Fair Foundation, a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization that allows the historic venue the support it needs to continue acting as a showgrounds. Recent improvements include new footing in all three rings, barn and stall renovations, as well as improvements in vendor areas.
Bryn Mawr Hospital, Presenting Sponsor
Bryn Mawr Hospital, part of Main Line Health, is a nationally recognized community teaching hospital, is conveniently located on the Main Line, just outside of Philadelphia. Dedicated to helping the community stay well ahead on the path to life-long health, the hospital offers a full range of services, including an orthopaedic center, neurovascular center, maternity services, heart services, bariatric medicine, and a cancer center.
Bryn Mawr Hospital also offers Main Line Health Newtown Square, an outpatient center located in Delaware County.
“On behalf of our President and CEO Jack Lynch of Main Line Health and Bryn Mawr Hospital President John Schwarz we are humbled by the Devon Horse Show and Country Fair’s support and honored to support them in return by sponsoring the Devon Fall Classic,” said Executive Director of Development Michael Criscuolo.
Rothman Orthopaedics
Rothman Orthopaedic Institute is a world leader in the field of orthopaedics. Year after year, they have been ranked among the nation’s best in orthopaedic providers and the best in Greater Philadelphia, according to U.S. News & World Report. Their “Top Docs” are repeatedly ranked by Castle Connolly for providing superior and affordable orthopaedic care to patients, both locally and nationally.
“It is a privilege to support this storied event that has meant so much to local families, businesses and institutions for over a century,” says Alexander R. Vaccaro, M.D., Ph.D., MBA, President of Rothman Orthopaedic Institute, Richard H. Rothman Professor and Chairman of the Department of Orthopaedics, and Professor of Neurosurgery at Thomas Jefferson University and Hospitals. “Devon is among America’s most iconic horse shows and we are delighted and honored to sponsor for the second year in a row.”
Wacoal
Now located at King of Prussia Mall, Wacoal is celebrated for designing exceptional lingerie that combines great fit and function with beautiful design. Wacoal provides exemplary service which contributes to lasting consumer trust and confidence.
“Wacoal is excited to support the Devon Fall Classic,” said Regional Retail Store Manager Sandy Kim. “To kick off our first year of sponsorship we will be activating a pop-up experience where women can get measured by a Wacoal Fit Expert, get recommendations for their size and shape, and shop the entire Wacoal Collection. We look forward to connecting with the community and taking in all the excitement the show has to offer.”
Boardroom Spirits
Headquartered in Lansdale, Pennsylvania, Boardroom Spirits is a modern distillery that balances European distilling traditions with American ingenuity. We believe that the highest quality spirits are precision-distilled and use real ingredients, without the shortcuts of artificial flavors or additives.
“The Devon Horse Show has been shifting their focus to highlight local vendors for their customers,” explained Boardroom Spirits co-founder Marat Mamedov. “This presented a great opportunity for us to bring local experience of our spirits and ready-to-drink canned cocktails to people that may not have experienced it before. We want to provide other experiences beyond just the horse show like the Girl’s Night Out cocktail workshop on Thursday night and the bourbon event on Friday/t. We are excited about bringing new experiences to the venue.”
Horseflight
Horseflight offers excellence in international horse shipping. For over 10 years, over 1,000 horses per year have been shipped in top competing condition. From the starting gate to the finish line, Horseflight relentlessly strives to ensure your horse’s safety. Their success is rooted in experience and education.
“One of our key values at Horseflight is to give back to the industry which has given us the opportunity to grow and be successful,” noted Horseflight’s Emil Spadone. “The Devon Fall Classic is an important part of the industry, as it raises funds to help maintain and improve the historic showgrounds which have hosted countless equestrian events. It is one of our favorite venues to visit, and we hope that through our sponsorship, we will be helping the Devon Horse Show and County Fair Foundation in its efforts to continue a long lasting legacy.”
The 2021 Devon Fall Classic will include a full carnival with an array of booths in Vendor Village, great food, live music and rides. There will be something for everyone in the family to enjoy while watching some of the nation’s top show jumping athletes compete in the Dixon Oval. Thursday evening, the Dixon Oval will host the $5,000 Open Jumper Welcome Stake, and the $5,000 Speed Stake will take place Friday evening. Saturday evening events will kick-off with the Parade of the Radnor Hunt Hounds, followed by the Show Jumping Hall of Fame Junior/Amateur-Owner Jumper Classic. The night concludes with the highly anticipated $25,000 Devon Fall Classic Grand Prix.
You can still be part of this growing tradition by becoming a sponsor for the May 2022 Show . For opportunities available and more information please contact Vicki McCue at vicki@devonhorseshow.org. Vendor space is also available by emailing patti@devonhorseshow.net.
You may purchase tickets for the Devon Fall Classic online, as a walk-in, or by phone. To purchase tickets or renew your box lease online, we invite you to visit the website.
