The 100th Chincoteague Pony Swim!! 🐎🛥️ #ponyswim #ponypenning #chincoteaguepony #chincoteague #equestrian #horses | Discoverthehorse

A coastal tradition unlike any other Each summer, the quiet shores of Chincoteague Island come alive with one of the most beloved traditions on the East Coast. The Chincoteague Pony Swim draws visitors from around the world, all eager to witness a remarkable blend of history, community spirit, and natural beauty. How It All Began The Pony Swim has its roots in the early 20th century, when local watermen began rounding up the wild ponies that roamed nearby Assateague Island. The annual swim becam

The day after the annual Pony Swim brings the foal auction at the Chincoteague Carnival Grounds beginning at 8am. This year, 57 foals were auctioned with record breaking sales of $271,700. To see all the official stats from this year's auction, visit https://www.chincoteaguechamber.com/pony-penning/auction-day/ #LoveVA #ShareWhatYouLove | Chincoteague Chamber of Commerce and Certified Visitor Center

Chincoteague Pony Drill Team performing at the auction this morning! #ponyswim2022 | Chincoteague.com