124 Beaver Valley Road
Chadds Ford, PA 19317
Derby @ the Vineyard at Penns Woods Winery is the only two-day event currently hosted, and it shows in all the best ways. Spread across a full weekend, riders and spectators get the chance to settle in, enjoy the vineyard setting, and take in a relaxed but well-run show. Whether you’re competing, cheering, or simply soaking up the atmosphere, Penns Woods delivers a memorable experience filled with good horses, good people, and genuine wine-country hospitality.
1. This is a non-refundable, transferable TICKETED Spectator Event. Riders will all receive up to 4 General Admission tickets
with their entry packet. This varies by venue, and is controlled by the host venue, be sure to review individual event
specifications. Rider General Admission Tickets are ONLY transferable to the rain date of the specific event entered.
2. By entering the Derby @ the Vineyard Event and submitting your payment you are saying you are aware of the rain dates
and are aware that your entry will be transferred to this date if necessary. Refunds will only be given with a vet/doctor’s
note.
3. Pre- Entry fees are: Schooling Course - $25, Hunt & Go Derby - $50, Formal Derby - $95, Leadline Derby - $25, Flat Classes -
$25, Jumper Derby - $60, Hunt Teams - $20 per rider.
4. Office Fee of $20 per rider/horse combination. This fee is non-refundable if scratching, as your entry packet is made up
when you submit your payment.
5. If Post Entries are available, there will be a one time, $25 Post Entry Fee
6. We will be capping classes to limit overcrowding and account for loss of daylight. Your entry will only be counted when
your payment is made or card on file with HorseSpot. Refunds will be issued if providing a valid vet/doctor’s note, or horse
is visibly unsound on the show grounds. If having to scratch and have provided a note within the week before the event,
please allow 5 days after the event to receive your refund.
7. Post Entries are not guaranteed to be available, please think ahead and pre-enter! Entries and payment need to be received
by rhe preceding Saturday at 8 PM, no exceptions. Payment accepted via check (paid to Derby @ the Vineyard) or Payment
through HorseSpot. Limited spots will be filled by first pay, first serve.
8. If needing to provide a vet/doctors note, they must be received within 7 days after the event to receive a refund.
9. All riders must wear ASTM approved riding helmets while mounted.
10. Formal Hunter Derbies will follow all USEF tack regulations and rules, in accordance with current Rule Book. Please be
courteous to our judge and review rules before attending. HOWEVER, we do allow bitless and nose nets if used properly
and allows a safe ride for both horse and rider.
11. Due to multiple added precautions/setup/outside vendors/etc, if we have low entries we have the right to cancel event.
Refunds will be given via the mode you paid within 5 days after the event date if cancelled for any reason by the venue.
12. Judge’s and Show Manager’s decision is final. Unethical actions by Riders, Trainers, and/or Spectators, towards any horse
or another person, will not be tolerated. Any violators will be asked to leave the show venue.
13. PLEASE BRING YOUR OWN WATER FOR HORSES! Water may be available towards the Derby Course, depending on venue,
but not available by the trailer area.
14. All service fees collected by an outside company (example: Venmo, Stripe, etc... typically a 3-5% fee) are NON REFUNDABLE
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As the weekend winds down, Derby @ the Vineyard at Penns Woods Winery leaves riders and spectators with the kind of experience that sticks with you, easygoing, welcoming, and full of genuine camaraderie.
This two-day event brings out the best of wine country and the best of our equestrian community, creating a setting where everyone can relax, connect, and enjoy good horses in a beautiful place.

Wow! This is an awesome show!
Whether you want to spectate, sip wine, and watch beautiful horses compete, or compete yourself, you have to experience derby at the Vineyard!!
It’s a one of a kind event - I was able to sponsor a jump at the Penns Woods show , and I am a very proud sponsor (and competitor) !!
This is the one show I look forward to every year. As a sponsor or competitor it’s the best way to spend a weekend. Amazing venue, fantastic staff and of course the wine! It’s a must on your calendar. 10 out of 5 stars
Wanna try out some derby fun? The venue is just beautiful! I love that this is a chance for ordinary riders and horses to try out something bigger like a derby without high costs and intimidation. This is definitely a show of support for successes big or small! Derby at the Vineyard has lots of classes to choose from, lots of wine, and lots of cheering! Come on out to spectate from a table through Penns Wood or bring your trailer full of ponies
Alissa
Competitor

Megan
Competitor

Lauren
Competitor


Our vision is to cultivate a welcoming horse show environment that celebrates growth, sportsmanship, and the shared joy of horses - set against the timeless beauty of the vineyards.
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