Stay up-to-date on project progress as we build for the future!
Experience world-class equestrian sport in luxury at The Equestrian Hotel.
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 – International jumping competition is in full swing at the 2025 Summer Series at World Equestrian Center – Ocala. Week IV featured the $65,000 IDA Development Grand Prix CSI2*, which drew a competitive field of 27 horse-and-rider combinations representing 10 nations. Rising to the top was 24-year-old Tanner Korotkin (USA), who could not be caught aboard Sandalwood Farms’ Kinmar Quality Hero (Obos Quality […]Read More
Hunter Derby Friday at World Equestrian Center – Ocala (WEC) returned to Indoor I, where Peter Grant designed the tracks for three derbies: the $7,500 Golden Ocala 3’6”-3’9” Hunter Derby, the $5,000 UF Veterinary Hospital USHJA National 3’ Open Hunter Derby, and the $5,000 USHJA National 3’ Jr/Am Hunter Derby. To conclude the day, Jenni Mcallister prevailed in the $7,500 WEC 3’6”-3’9” Hunter Derby aboard […]Read More
Ocala, FL – The $32,000 IDA Development Grand Prix Qualifier CSI2* kicked off Thursday morning at World Equestrian Center – Ocala (WEC) with 23 horse-and-rider combinations representing eight nations competing for the top prize. Manuel Esparaza designed the track that allowed for a 12-horse jump-off, where Venezuela’s Luis Larrazabal ultimately dominated with Driss Ngadi’s, Belle De Muze by Pensee V x Lando. Larrazabal returned first […]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
