The Next Evolution Arrives to World Equestrian Center – Ocala: The Riding Academy Hotel Now Accepting Reservations Online for 2024

A new era lies ahead for World Equestrian Center – Ocala as The Riding Academy Hotel begins accepting reservations online for 2024. The 390-suite hotel is the newest addition to World Equestrian Center – Ocala, joining The Equestrian Hotel which currently offers 248 luxury rooms and suites to guests at the world-class equestrian complex.  The Riding Academy Hotel’s spacious accommodations will feature a range of […]Read More

The Riding Academy Hotel at WEC Welcomes Guests in Spring 2024

Ocala, FL – Joining the World Equestrian Center campus in Ocala, Florida, The Riding Academy Hotel will offer nearly 400 additional suites to visitors looking to stay on-site and experience what has often been called “Disneyland for horse lovers.” While not a five-star experience like The Equestrian Hotel, guests will feel right at home in The Riding Academy Hotel, which offers many similarities to its luxurious […]Read More

World Equestrian Center – Ocala Presents The Shoppes Off 80th

An Upscale Outdoor Retail Opportunity Opening 2026 OCALA, Florida – July 24, 2023 – World Equestrian Center – Ocala is pleased to introduce The Shoppes Off 80th a grand new 80,000-square-foot outdoor shopping venue currently under construction and slated to open in 2026. With pre-lease options currently available, retailers now have the opportunity to bring their business to World Equestrian Center – Ocala’s multipurpose event facility where thousands […]Read More

Follow Future Development at World Equestrian Center – Ocala

With the expectation of excellence and improvement always in mind, World Equestrian Center – Ocala aims to continue enhancing the experience for exhibitors, visitors and guests frequenting the 378-acre campus.  Follow along on our ongoing development projects below and check back often to stay up-to-date on project progress. THE PARKING DECK | Coming July 1, 2023 In response to popular demand, WEC is bringing visitors […]Read More

Construction Commences on Second World Equestrian Center – Ocala Hotel

OCALA, Florida – February 22, 2022 – World Equestrian Center – Ocala has broken ground on a second, four-story hotel located inside the 378-acre equestrian and multipurpose facility park. The new pet-friendly hotel has been designed to accommodate an extended-stay customer and will feature 400 larger, suite-like rooms. Plans also include an 80,000-square-foot restaurant complex adjacent to the hotel. The hotel is slated to open […]Read More

UF to Open New Veterinary Hospital at World Equestrian Center – Ocala

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — September 9, 2021 — In an effort to support the owners of equine athletes and other animals visiting Ocala’s new world-class World Equestrian Center, the University of Florida College of Veterinary Medicine has embarked on a strategic alliance with the center to provide leading-edge patient care in a new 40,000-square-foot hospital facility located on center grounds. The new facility will be known […]Read More