WELLINGTON, Fla., Oct. 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The 2026 Winter Equestrian Festival (WEF) generated $607.3 million (a 13% increase from 2025) to Palm Beach County's gross domestic product (GDP) through spending by equestrians and visitors, according to a new economic impact study prepared for the Palm Beach County Sports Commission. The 2026 numbers highlight a $1.5 billion impact on the county over the last three years.
The annual 13-week competition held at Wellington International welcomes riders, owners, trainers and visitors from across the United States and around the world. Together, these visitors generated $362.8 million in direct spending, supported 5,586 jobs and produced $174.9 million in labor earnings across Palm Beach County.
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