Enter Now for the World Equestrian Center – Ocala January CDI3* and National Dressage Show 

Ocala, FL – Dressage riders are reminded to submit their entries by January 20, 2025, for the World Equestrian Center (WEC) January Dressage CDI3* presented by Hampton Green Farm  on January 30 – February 2, 2025. The Fédération Equestre International (FEI) and USEF/USDF-rated competition offers $15,000 in prize money for the CDI classes, and national classes offer qualifying opportunities at all levels.  January’s dressage show […]Read More

VOCAL Furball Celebrates a Decade of Service Preventing Homeless Pets 

The theme “Tails & Teal” for the 9th Annual VOCAL Furball presented by Lugano Diamonds blends the black-tie optional event with the mission of raising funds to help with the prevention of homeless pets in the area. The Furball is the principal fundraiser each year for the Voices of Change Animal League (VOCAL).  Everyone attending the 2025 Furball is encouraged to wear teal, the organization’s signature […]Read More

Kristen Vanderveen and Bull Run’s Celestial Reach for the Stars in $40,000 Juniper Grand Prix 

Ocala, FL – The $40,000 Juniper Grand Prix took center stage on Sunday afternoon, with 22 horse-and-rider combinations vying for the top prize. The thrilling competition culminated in a six-horse jump-off, where Kristen Vanderveen (USA) secured victory aboard her new partner, Bull Run’s Celestial (Cicero Z Van Paemel x Celeste), owned by Bull Run Jumpers, Inc. Course designer Ben Townley (GBR) crafted a challenging track, […]Read More

Will Simpson and Keminko N Taste Victory in the $120,000 Coca-Cola Beverages Florida Grand Prix CSI3*

Ocala, FL – World Equestrian Center – Ocala buzzed with excitement for the first international grand prix of the 2025 Winter Spectacular Show Series, the $120,000 Coca-Cola Beverages Florida Grand Prix CSI3*. Saturday night’s field featured some of the world’s top equestrians, but it was 2008 Olympic Gold Medalist Will Simpson (USA) who captured a sweet victory aboard Keminko N, owned by Will Simpson Stables, […]Read More

Amanda Steege and Lafitte De Muze Return Victorious in $20,000 Golden Ocala 3’6”-3’9” Hunter Derby

Ocala, FL – Nearly 90 horse-and-rider combinations competed in the WEC Stadium for the second Hunter Derby Friday of the 2025 Winter Spectacular Show Series. Canadian course designer Meghan Rawlins crafted beautifully decorated and unique tracks for the three derbies: the $20,000  Golden Ocala 3’6”-3’9” Hunter Derby, the $15,000 UF Veterinary Hospital USHJA National 3′ Open Hunter Derby and the $15,000 USHJA National 3’ Jr/Am Hunter […]Read More

Tickets Now Available for the 2025 Longines League of Nations™ Ocala

Ocala, FL – Fans can now purchase tickets to witness five-star Jumping during the final week of the 2025 Winter Spectacular Show Series, March 18-23. The week will feature the highly anticipated return of the Longines League of Nations™ qualifier on Saturday, March 22, 2025. For a second year, World Equestrian Center – Ocala will welcome the world’s 10 best teams as they return to […]Read More

Richard Spooner and Halcon Soar to the Top in the $62,500 Coca-Cola Beverages Florida Grand Prix Qualifier CSI3* 

Ocala, FL – The $62,500 Coca-Cola Beverages Florida Grand Prix Qualifier CSI3* was the highlight of Thursday morning’s action in the WEC Grand Arena. Thirty-three international horse-and-rider pairs, representing nine nations, competed for top honors, but it was Richard Spooner (USA) and Molly Ohrstrom’s Halcon (Con Air 7 x Cardento 993) who emerged victorious.   Ben Townley, an FEI Level III course designer from Great Britain, […]Read More

Luis Sabino Gonçalves and Scoop De Septon Z Shake Things Up in the $75,000 Tequila Scenario Grand Prix

Ocala, FL – The first Grand Prix of the 2025 Winter Spectacular Show Series at World Equestrian Center – Ocala electrified the WEC Grand Arena on an unseasonably cool evening, as spectators and exhibitors packed the stands to witness the $75,000 Tequila Scenario Grand Prix. The event culminated in a thrilling 11-horse jump-off, with Luis Sabino Gonçalves (POR) and Sigma Stables LLC’s Scoop De Septon […]Read More

Plot Twist: Hunter Holloway and Story Hour Win the $20,000 Golden Ocala 3’6”-3’9” Hunter Derby 

Ocala, FL – The first Hunter Derby Friday of the 2025 Winter Spectacular Show Series showcased nearly 70 horse-and-rider combinations in three highly competitive classes: the $20,000  Golden Ocala 3’6”-3’9” Hunter Derby, the $15,000 UF Veterinary Hospital USHJA National 3′ Open Hunter Derby and the $15,000 USHJA National 3’ Jr/Am Hunter Derby.  Canadian course designer Meghan Rawlins crafted elegant, flowing tracks that set the stage for top scores […]Read More

World Equestrian Center – Ocala Appoints Doug Brooks as Senior Director of Hospitality

Ocala, Florida – World Equestrian Center – Ocala (WEC) is pleased to announce the appointment of Doug Brooks as Senior Director of Hospitality. With over 35 years of experience in the hospitality industry, Brooks brings a wealth of expertise in hotel operations, sales, marketing and team development. Brooks’ distinguished career includes significant tenures with The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, where he specialized in opening new hotels […]Read More