Ocala, FL – June 11, 2021 – Friday marked the first Derby Day of the World Equestrian Center – Ocala Summer Series. More than 50 horse-and-rider combinations took to the Captive One Indoor Arena to be awarded $22,500 between two derbies: the $12,500 WEC 3’6” – 3’9” Hunter Derby and the $10,000 WEC 3’ Hunter Derby. Tucker Williams of Ocala, Florida, designed the courses for […]Read More
Ocala, FL – June 10, 2021 – Feature competition kicked off the 2021 Ocala Summer Series with the $15,000 WEC Welcome Prix. Jenni McAllister of Dunnellon, FL, and her own Escada V S sped to victory besting a field of 42 competitors in the class. Jumping a course designed by Manuel Esparza, seven horse-and-rider pairs produced fault-free rounds to qualify for the jump-off. McAllister and […]Read More
OCALA, Florida, June 9 – Reservations are now available at The Equestrian Hotel at World Equestrian Center – Ocala. With its central location, guests will find accommodations at this five-story retreat both luxurious and convenient. The addition of dining, shopping and spa amenities are ideal for the ultimate, lavish getaway. The Equestrian Hotel boasts a stunning 248 rooms; many overlooking World Equestrian Center – Ocala […]Read More
OCALA, Florida, May 21 – World Equestrian Center – Ocala will be remembering and honoring our veterans all weekend long. Come join us! Eyes of Freedom Lima Company Memorial May 28-31 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Lobby, Indoor Arena 2 The Eyes of Freedom: Lima Company Memorial has been an interactive traveling tribute since 2008 with a mission to “Honor the service and sacrifice of […]Read More
World Equestrian Center – Ocala will continue to host the originally scheduled dressage competitions sanctioned by US Equestrian (USEF) and Fédération Equestre Internationale (FEI) for the remainder of 2021 and has added two new national-level dressage competitions to the existing lineup. The schedule of WEC Dressage competition for the remainder of 2021 includes: World Equestrian Center Dressage XIV and XV – August 27 and August […]Read More
The Roberts Family and World Equestrian Center – Ocala management would like to thank all the owners, trainers, exhibitors, families, judges, officials and spectators who joined us for our first ever A Sudden Impulse NSBA & Futurity. We look forward to welcoming you all back this fall for our Championship Show from September 29-October 24, 2021. Safe travels until we see you again. God Bless. Photos courtesy of […]Read More
World Equestrian Center – Ocala presents an exciting new Summer Horse Show Series featuring National Snaffle Bit Association (NSBA) sanctioned hunter/jumper competition at the new Florida venue. The 10-week series begins June 9 and offers competition of all levels. The World Equestrian Center – Ocala Summer Show Series features $238,000 per week in prize money and more than $2.4 million in total money and prizes […]Read More
OCALA, Florida, April 28, 2021 – Join us April 30 through May 1 at World Equestrian Center – Ocala for the inaugural Festivals of Speed celebration. This event follows our much-anticipated, 2021 opening as a world-class, luxury event destination. Visitors will experience the exquisite hospitality and exhibition space our venue has to offer, coupled with classic automotive designs courtesy of Festivals of Speed. Saturday, the […]Read More
World Equestrian Center management has decided that beginning May 3rd, all 2021 competitions at our Wilmington, Ohio, and Ocala, Florida, venues will be sanctioned by the National Snaffle Bit Association (NSBA). As a competition organizer we have experienced incredible support from the NSBA and their executives. For our exhibitors, in addition to being an affordable choice, the NSBA offers many benefits including transparency, safe and […]Read More
Ocala, Florida – The World Equestrian Center Dressage III CDI3* wrapped up competition on Sunday, April 18, with the final classes for CDI and national competition. In Arena 3, Lindsay Kellock (CAN) and Sebastien captured the win in the FEI Grand Prix Special CDI3*, while Kevin Kohmann (GER) and Five Star swept the Small Tour with a third win in the FEI Intermediate 1 Freestyle […]Read More
