Entries, Prize List and Weekly Stall Reservations Now Available for 2025 Winter Spectacular Show Series at World Equestrian Center – Ocala

Ocala, FL – Entries, weekly stall reservations, and the prize list are now available for the 2025 Winter Spectacular Show Series at World Equestrian Center – Ocala, which boasts over $10 million in prize money. Running from January 1 through March 23, 2025, this highly anticipated circuit features world-class hunter/jumper competition, sanctioned by US Equestrian (USEF) and Fédération Equestre Internationale (FEI). Exhibitors and spectators can […]Read More

UF Professor Back From Paris After Serving as Veterinarian for Team Australia

By: UF Veterinary Hospital at WEC From his native Australia to Florida and next to Paris, Robin Bell, B.V.Sc., lives and breathes elite performance horses. As a clinical professor and equine sports medicine specialist at the University of Florida College of Veterinary Medicine, Bell spends his days safeguarding the health and well-being of some of the world’s most exceptional equine competitors. He is one of […]Read More

Attention WEC– Wilmington Exhibitors: U.S. Route 68 Road Closure

Attention World Equestrian Center – Wilmington (WEC) exhibitors: Due to construction, U.S. Route 68 leading into Wilmington between Hoskins and Center will be temporarily closed beginning Monday, July 29, for approximately 75 days. Management advises all exhibitors to utilize GPS from your location.   For those travelling to WEC for upcoming events, the alternative routes are recommended below: From I-71 South From I-71 North For […]Read More

World Equestrian Center – Wilmington Welcomes Merck Animal Health to Family of Sponsors

June 26, 2024 – Wilmington, OHIO – World Equestrian Center – Wilmington (WEC) is pleased to welcome Merck Animal Health to its family of sponsors. WEC is proud to partner with a leader in the business of global animal health and join forces to promote the importance of the well-being of the equine athlete. “We are excited to partner with World Equestrian Center, Wilmington, a […]Read More

World Equestrian Center Magazine VOL II 2024 Out Now

As we move into the summer season at World Equestrian Center, we share a collection of stories that embody devotion, determination and an unwavering love for the horse. We meet remarkable individuals that are driven by their passion and have dedicated their lives to the equestrian industry, each in their own unique way. Explore the digital issue or grab a copy at either World Equestrian […]Read More

Stall & Entry Reminder for Summer Series at World Equestrian Center – Wilmington

Wilmington, OHIO – June 13, 2024 – Entries and stall reservations remain open for the World Equestrian Center – Wilmington (WEC) Summer Series. The Summer I and II horse shows will feature USEF Regional/Level 3 Jumpers and nearly $100,000 in prize money and awards. Summer III will feature USEF Premier/Level 4 Jumpers and nearly $300,000 in total prize money and awards and will host new, exciting […]Read More

Preparing for Hurricane Season: Horse Health Documentation Required for World Equestrian Center – Ocala

Ocala, FL – With hurricane season now underway, horse owners are urged to take proactive measures to ensure the safety and health of their animals before the need arises. As in previous seasons, World Equestrian Center – Ocala (WEC) is prepared to open its doors to evacuees and encourages horse owners to have the necessary health documentation ready before arrival. At WEC, we are committed […]Read More

Tom Hern Appointed Director of Equestrian Operations at World Equestrian Center – Ocala

Ocala, FL – June 3, 2024 – World Equestrian Center – Ocala is pleased to announce the appointment of Tom Hern as the new Director of Equestrian Operations. With extensive experience managing horse shows and a track record of exceptional leadership, Hern brings a variety of knowledge and expertise to the role. Hern’s resume includes his tenure as Horse Show Manager at Fieldstone Show Park in […]Read More

Aqua Treadmill Therapy Provides a Wealth of Benefits for Horse Health

By: UF Veterinary Hospital at WEC In the last several years, the popularity of using aqua treadmills for health and fitness has increased, becoming more common than swimming. Aqua therapy exploits the properties of water to improve musculoskeletal function.   How does aqua treadmill therapy exert an influence on the equine athlete? The water properties of interest employed in this therapy include buoyancy, resistance, hydrostatic pressure […]Read More

Save This Summer Season With Competition Opportunities at World Equestrian Center – Wilmington

Wilmington, OHIO – May 7, 2024 – World Equestrian Center – Wilmington (WEC) is thrilled to debut exciting, affordable opportunities at its centrally located, premier facility. WEC will introduce a new Schooling Show Series this summer and continues to offer the Young Horse Incentive at every show through Fall Classic #3. With five weeks of horse show opportunities, exhibitors can compete in the state-of-the-art outdoor […]Read More