Young Horse Incentive, WCHR Week and Facility Upgrades Highlight 2024 Winter Show Season at WEC – Wilmington

The 2024 Winter in the Midwest Series at World Equestrian Center – Wilmington (WEC) will kick off the new year with Winter Classic 4 starting on January 3, 2024. The popular 16-week series, which began in December, boasts a US Equestrian Premier and National/Level 4 Jumper rating and offers more than $4 million in prize money and prizes. WEC – Wilmington offers classes for everyone […]Read More

New Hospitality Reception Joins the Grand Prix Dining Experience for the 2024 Winter Spectacular Show Series  

Ocala, FL – Join us for unparalleled Saturday night experiences during the 2024 Winter Spectacular Show Series at World Equestrian Center – Ocala with two elite hospitality offerings.   Returning for another year, you can secure your table for a three-course dinner with the best view in the house during the Grand Prix Dining Experience presented by Wheels Up.   The newly introduced Grand Prix Reception […]Read More

World Equestrian Center Magazine VOL IV 2023 Out Now

As we approach the end of another memorable year and step into 2024, it’s a poignant reminder to embrace our passions, strive for excellence and maintain a strong sense of community. We extend our gratitude to our exhibitors, guests, sponsors, retailers and visitors for their tremendous support, and we look forward to sharing new enhancements to help evolve the equestrian lifestyle. As we dive into […]Read More

Volume IV 2023

In this issue from 2023, we share a collection of stories that instill trust, determination, triumph, inspiration, enjoyment, creativity and togetherness. As we close out the year, we hope the stories reflect the unwavering dedication and fervor that characterizes our community and the spirit of equestrian sport. Read More

Top Junior Riders Agree: WEC Premier Equitation Cup Championship Is the Place To Be

Ocala, FL – Top junior equitation riders from across the country are currently competing in classes to qualify for the 2024 World Equestrian Center (WEC) Premier Equitation Cup Championship, which will take place at WEC – Ocala on February 10, 2024. This can’t-miss event is on everyone’s calendar as the first big equitation championship of the year, and riders are showcased in the WEC Grand […]Read More

What’s Happening this Week at World Equestrian Center – Ocala

Ocala, FL – It’s the final week to experience World Equestrian Center – Ocala’s enchanting Winter Wonderland! Celebrate the holidays through December 23 in the Grand Plaza with breathtaking seasonal displays, featuring a captivating walk-through Christmas tree, a dazzling carriage, and magnificent holiday decorations. Meet the real Santa Claus any day of the week at this family-friendly event and enjoy the weekend festivities, including singers, face painters, […]Read More

PET Scanner Enhances Diagnostic Imaging Services at UF Veterinary Hospital at WEC

By: UF Veterinary Hospital at WEC Here at the UF Veterinary Hospital at WEC, we are the only facility in the area to offer PET scan along with standing CT and standing MRI available in the same hospital.  The PET machine itself is similar to a traditional bonescan machine, in that it uses an injectable radioactive substance (radioisotope) to show up regions of potential pathology […]Read More

World Equestrian Center – Wilmington Recognizes Supporting Sponsor Top Bedding

December 19, 2023 – Wilmington, OHIO – As the 2023 competition season comes to a close, World Equestrian Center – Wilmington thanks Top Bedding for its support of facility through the supply of premier sawdust to ensure maximum comfort, health and safety of equine athletes. Top Bedding continuously prioritizes the well-being of the horses and bettering equestrian sport. With a new facility located in Alabama, […]Read More

World Equestrian Center – Ocala 2023 December Show Series Week II Highlights

Ocala, FL– The final week of hunter/jumper competition in 2023 came to an exhilarating close. In the grand finale of 2023, Luis Sabino Goncalves (POR) and Scoop De Septon Z took the win in the $150,000 Florida Coast Equipment Grand Prix CSI3* and stood atop the podium. Josh Dolan and Something Blue scored their third $12,500 Golden Ocala 3’6”-3’9” Hunter Derby win, and Alvaro Enrique […]Read More

World Equestrian Center – Wilmington Winter Classic 3 Highlights

Wilmington, Ohio – Winter Classic 3 concluded competition for 2023 Sunday, December 17 at World Equestrian Center – Wilmington. Sarah Meier (USA) and Nightshade SCF (Baldev x Olisina) earned their first career grand prix win together in 30,000 Grand Prix Saturday evening, while Rokeechobee STB Gino H x Massima Van’t Spieveld) won the $10,000 Futures Prix with Sam Pegg (CAN). Melissa Donnelly (USA) swept the […]Read More