World Equestrian Center – Ocala (WEC) is excited to announce that the 2025 Winter Spectacular Show Series will now take place from January 1 to March 23, 2025. This highly anticipated series offers a full winter circuit of world-class hunter/jumper competition, sanctioned by US Equestrian (USEF) and the Fédération Equestre Internationale (FEI). In addition, two weeks of USEF-rated competition will be added from March 26 to April 6, 2025.
Exhibitors and fans can look forward to an exciting 14-week season, featuring more international competition than ever before. New for 2025, WEC – Ocala will host a five-star Longines FEI World Cup™ Qualifier from February 11-16. The second leg of the Longines League of Nations™ will return from March 18-23. Additionally, a World Championship Hunter Rider (WCHR) week along with an International Hunter Derby will take place on January 28-February 2 and February 25-March 2.
2025 Winter Spectacular Show Series Dates:
Winter Spectacular I 1/1-1/5: Premier Hunter/Level 6 Jumper
Winter Spectacular II 1/7-1/12: CSI3*/Premier Hunter/Level 6 Jumper
Winter Spectacular III 1/14-1/19: CSI4*, CSI2*/Premier Hunter/Level 6 Jumper
Winter Spectacular IV 1/21-1/26: CSI3*/Premier Hunter/Level 6 Jumper
Winter Spectacular V 1/28-2/2: CSI4*, CSI2*/Premier Hunter/Level 6 Jumper/WCHR
Winter Spectacular VI 2/4-2/9: CSI4*, CSI2*/Premier Hunter/Level 6 Jumper – Premier Equitation Cup Championship on February 8, 2025
Winter Spectacular VII 2/11-2/16: CSI5*-W /Premier Hunter/Level 6 Jumper
Winter Spectacular VIII 2/18-2/23: CSI4*, CSI2*/Premier Hunter/Level 6 Jumper
Winter Spectacular IX 2/25-3/2: CSI4*, CSI2*/Premier Hunter/Level 6 Jumper/WCHR
Winter Spectacular X 3/4-3/9: CSI3*/Premier Hunter/Level 6 Jumper
Winter Spectacular XI 3/12-3/16: Premier Hunter/Level 6 Jumper
Winter Spectacular XII 3/18-3/23: CSIO5* Longines League of Nations™, CSI2*/Premier Hunter/Level 6 Jumper
2025 WEC – Ocala Spring Series Dates:
WEC Ocala Spring I 3/26-3/30: Regional Hunter/Level 2 Jumper
WEC Ocala Spring II 4/2-4/6: Regional Hunter/Level 2 Jumper
For questions, contact the Ocala Show Office at 352.414.7883 or email ocalashowoffice@wec.net.
Prize list and entries will be available soon.
About World Equestrian Center
World Equestrian Center features two premier equestrian and multidisciplinary venues in Ocala, Florida, and Wilmington, Ohio.
These exclusive facilities comprise state-of-the-art arenas, expansive stadiums, versatile outdoor space, sporting fields and well-appointed exposition centers. An abundance of lodging options and luxury accommodations are conveniently located on-site, along with shopping and dining throughout each property.
Dedicated to offering great sport and good fun in a family-friendly environment, World Equestrian Center promises an unparalleled experience for exhibitors, spectators, vendors, sponsors and retailers built on three core values: Quality. Class. Distinction.
Media Contact:
Leah Tong
Leah.Tong@wec.net