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Named one of TIME’s 2024 World’s Greatest Places, World Equestrian Center features two premier equestrian and multidisciplinary event venues located in Ocala, Florida and Wilmington, Ohio. We are committed to providing an unparalleled experience for exhibitors, spectators, vendors, sponsors and retailers.
Dedicated to offering great sport and good fun in a family-friendly environment, World Equestrian Center promises exhibitors an experience built on three core values: Quality. Class. Distinction.
Nestled in the Horse Capital of the World, this world-class facility is the largest equestrian complex in the United States. World Equestrian Center - Ocala offers state-of-the-art arenas and luxury accommodations on more than 2,000 acres for future growth and development.
Southwest Ohio’s premier equestrian venue, World Equestrian Center - Wilmington, Ohio provides a full-service environment for both the horse and the rider.
Ocala, FL – Hunter Derby Friday returned to Indoor Arena 1 during Week VI of the 2025 Summer Series at World Equestrian Center – Ocala (WEC). Course designer Tucker Williams set beautifully flowing tracks for three featured classes: the $12,500 Golden Ocala 3’6”-3’9” Hunter Derby, the $10,000 UF Veterinary Hospital USHJA National 3’ Open Hunter Derby, and the $10,000 USHJA National 3’ Jr/Am Hunter Derby. […]Read More
Ocala, FL – A picturesque, sunny Florida morning set the scene on Thursday for the highlight event of the day, the $32,000 Lugano Grand Prix Qualifier CSI3*. Twenty-five horse-and-rider combinations representing 10 countries vied for top honors, but it was Spain’s Gonzalo Busca who emerged victorious aboard his own Cristiano Obolensky (Cornet Obolensky x Stakkato). FEI Level IV course designer Anderson Lima (MEX) set a […]Read More
Wilmington, OHIO – July 15, 2025 – Entries and stall reservations are now open for World Equestrian Center – Wilmington’s (WEC) 2025 Fall Classic Series featuring five weeks of elite US Equestrian (USEF) rated hunter/jumper competition beginning September 24 through October 26. Dates and ratings: Jumper featured classes: Hunter featured classes: About World Equestrian Center Named one of TIME’s 2024 World’s Greatest Places, World Equestrian […]Read More
As we step into 2025, World Equestrian Center (WEC) remains dedicated to providing a premier space for elite competition, world-class facilities, affordable opportunities, and lifelong memories. In this issue, we highlight the many special aspects of WEC, from equestrian sport to exceptional hospitality. We hear from dedicated exhibitors that have graciously shared their journeys with us in Wilmington, Ohio, and Ocala, Florida.Read More
