Hocus Pawcus Canine Costume Contest
Come out to World Equestrian Center – Ocala Saturday, October 26 from 5pm to 7pm for a barking good time at the second annual Hocus Pawcus Canine Costume Contest in Exposition Center 2. Dress your pup in their Halloween best and join the parade to compete for cash prizes, dog swag, WEC merchandise and more. Final selection for winners will take place live at 6:30pm.
Spend the day with your favorite furry friends and enjoy canine vendors and entertainment, as well as all your fall favorites for humans and pups from the WEC concessions and cash bars. Meet adoptable dogs from VOCAL and celebrate spooky season with us at this fun, free event!
Pre-register your dog in advance online. Walk-up participants will be accepted as space allows.
Dogs must wear a collar with ID tags and remain leashed and attended to at all times. Dogs must be current on all required vaccinations. Please refrain from bringing in-tact male dogs, female dogs in heat or puppies less than 8-weeks old. Owners will be responsible for all actions and any damages caused by their dogs. Owners must clean up after their dogs.
Halloween Celebration
Gather your family and embark on a free, spooktacular trick-or-treating adventure on the WEC Grand Plaza from 1pm to 3pm on Sunday, October 27. Parade past retailers and restaurants throughout the Grand Plaza on your way to cookie and pumpkin decorating, courtesy of Signature Brands. Capture family memories in the photo booth and enjoy spirited entertainment from our talented balloon artist.