Wilmington, Ohio – Special classes have been added and schedule changes implemented for the 2025 Fall Classic Series at World Equestrian Center – Wilmington (WEC), running from September 24 through October 26. Exhibitors can look forward to exciting themes and elite competition for both hunters and jumpers.
The Young Horse Championships will take center stage during Fall Classic III. Five-, six-, and seven-year-old jumpers will begin their championship week on Wednesday, October 8, competing in three divisions: the $5,000 WEC Five-Year-Old Championship, the $15,000 WEC Six-Year-Old Championship, and the $25,000 WEC Seven-Year-Old Championship. Hunters will shine in the R+L Annex Arena, where they will receive 100% of the nomination fees collected and $2,500 guaranteed in prize money.
Hunters will steal the spotlight during Fall Classic IV, taking over the Standlee Sanctuary on Friday, October 17, with two derbies: the $12,500 USHJA National 3’ Open Hunter Derby and the $12,500 USHJA National 3’ Non-Pro Hunter Derby.
Fall Classic V will channel Halloween spirit, turning focus to the jumpers. The Standlee Sanctuary will feature two costume-themed classes: a $3,500 1.10m Gambler’s Choice and a $2,500 1.0m Gambler’s Choice.
WEC will also offer a weekly $7,500 1.20m Jr/Am Mini Prix in the Standlee Sanctuary.
Click here for more information on featured classes, schedules, class specs, and to place your stalls and entries.
We look forward to welcoming exhibitors back to our indoor, climate-controlled facility for five weeks of elite hunter/jumper competition and family-friendly events, including a drive-in movie night and a costume contest!
About World Equestrian Center
Named one of TIME’s 2024 World’s Greatest Places, 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.
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