Wellington

Welcome to Wellington 

Peaceful and quiet, this affluent town has strong equestrian interests

Centrally located in the western part of Palm Beach County, Wellington is best known for its beautiful weather and status as the winter equestrian capital of the world. Host to the annual Winter Equestrian Festival, the largest and longest-running horse show in the world, this quiet town holds more than 40 weeks of equestrian competitions per year. 

Boasting more than 65,000 residents, Wellington is considered the most populous village in the state. Part of the Miami metropolitan area, the city was named one of Money Magazine's "Top 100" Best Places to Live in both 2019 and 2010.

Affluent and thriving, the community offers tremendous real estate diversity — apartments and lavish homes are located within the same posh neighborhoods alongside an abundance of parks and quality schools.

Community events are many here, and residents gather several times a year for an Easter Egg Hunt, Fourth of July Celebration, Fall Festival, and Holiday Parade. There’s also an annual Food Truck Invasion, free movie nights, outdoor concerts, and more.

What to Love

• The beautiful, temperate weather
• Considered the winter equestrian capital of the world
• Named among Money Magazine’s Top 100 Best Place to Live

People & Lifestyle

As the winter equestrian capital of the world, many full-time residents of Wellington are horseback riding enthusiasts. Snowbirds also gravitate to this area, basking in the moderate temps from October through April.

Dining, Shopping & Entertainment

Restaurants are plentiful in Wellington. Local favorites include Kaluz Restaurant, serving upscale New American cuisine; Stonewood Grill & Tavern, a chophouse chain serving surf 'n' turf and great wine; and Devine Bistro, offering seafood, steak, pasta, and more.

Things to Do

The annual Top Gun model aircraft show is a Wellington highlight, as is the Barrett-Jackson Auto auction and a plethora of art and antique shows and holiday parades.

At the Coral Sky Amphitheatre, you’ll find a range of music and film events, and the Wellington Amphitheater hosts free movie nights, music and comedy performances, and more.

There are two regional malls in Wellington: The Mall at Wellington Green and the Old Wellington Mall. Several nationally known retailers are also located in outdoor shopping venues along Wellington’s major commercial highways.