HORSE ON COURSE
It’s time to get back in the saddle with a slew of equestrian events. Polo fans watch matches on traditional fields but rarely on sand. They’ll have their chance when Beach Polo World Cup returns January 5-7 behind W South Beach. Horse capital Wellington hosts the Winter Equestrian Festival from January 10-April 1. Elite international riders such as U.S.A.’s Kent Farrington and Mclain Ward compete in show jumping and dressage for more than $9 million in prize money at the Palm Beach International Equestrian Center. At the nearby International Polo Club Palm Beach, matches during famous, decadent Sunday brunches take place through April 22. Can’t wait for the Kentucky Derby? Cheer on thoroughbreds racing for the $16 million Pegasus World Cup at Gulfstream Park in Hallandale Beach on January 27.
2201 Collins Avenue; miamipolocup.com. 3400 Equestrian Club Drive; 561.793.5867; pbiec.coth.com. 3667 120th Avenue South; 561.204.5687; ipc.coth.com. 901 South Federal Highway; 954.454.7000; gulfstreampark.com