Ocala, FL – The penultimate Saturday night event of the 2024 Winter Spectacular Show Series featured the highly anticipated $100,000 Hampton Green Farms Grand Prix. It marked a historic occasion as the event took place for the first time under the lights of the WEC Stadium, attracting a group of elite athletes eager to experience the new atmosphere. Ultimately, it was the dynamic partnership of […]Read More
Ocala, FL – A sunny Florida day set the scene this afternoon in the WEC Stadium as a field of 31 talented horse-and-rider combinations vied for the win in the $15,000 Buckeye Nutrition Futures Prix. Robert Blanchette (IRL) emerged as the star of the day, clinching first place with his new mount Azmir d’Asbo Z (Aganix Du Seigneur x Uchien), owned by Setzer Farms LLC, […]Read More
Ocala, FL – The penultimate Hunter Derby Friday of the 2024 Winter Spectacular Show Series saw nearly 120 graceful hunters competing across four derbies: the $20,000 Golden Ocala 3’6”-3’9” Hunter Derby, the $15,000 UF Veterinary Hospital USHJA National 3’ Open Hunter Derby, the $15,000 USHJA National 3’ Junior Hunter Derby, and the $15,000 USHJA National 3’ Amateur Hunter Derby. Designed by Patrick Rhodes, the natural […]Read More
Ocala, Florida – The Riding Academy Hotel is now open in Ocala, Florida. As the newest asset to come online at World Equestrian Center, The Riding Academy Hotel offers 390 upscale studios and suites for guests at America’s largest equestrian complex. Opening ahead of schedule and just in time for the Longines League of Nations™ international qualifier March 19-23, The Riding Academy Hotel will welcome […]Read More
Ocala, FL –The $24,000 C. Jarvis Insurance Welcome Prix saw a change of scenery this week as World Equestrian Center – Ocala gears up for the grand finale week of the 2024 Winter Spectacular Show Series and the Longines League of Nations™ Qualifier. Bernardo Costa Cabral (POR), an FEI Level IV course designer set the challenging tracks in the WEC Stadium for a field of […]Read More
Ocala, FL – World Equestrian Center – Ocala (WEC) will host the second All For The Horses Expo presented by Ariat on March 22-24, 2024, and welcome hundreds of vendors along with thousands of attendees to shop and find the perfect equestrian and lifestyle gifts. From Ariat boots and apparel to horse treats, the perfect saddle to that stunning piece of jewelry, the All For The Horses […]Read More
Ocala, FL – Experience another exciting week of events at World Equestrian Center – Ocala (WEC)! Week XI of the 2024 Winter Spectacular Show Series will feature the $100,000 Hampton Green Farms National Grand Prix in the WEC Stadium on Saturday at 7pm. Get ready for Saturday night’s grand prix with a pre-event tailgate at the St. Patrick’s Day Block Party from 4pm-7pm outside Expo Center 1. […]Read More
World Equestrian Center welcomes equestrians from around the world, uniting them through one common interest. As we gear up for the North American qualifier for the Longines League of Nations™ from March 19-23, 2024, and prepare to host the world’s best athletes, we reflect on the global influences that help bring recognition to the name “World Equestrian Center.” In this edition, we delve into recent […]Read More
Ocala, FL – Week X of the 2024 Winter Spectacular Show Series showcased the first week of CSI4*/CSI2* competition at World Equestrian Center – Ocala. Over three electrifying evenings, spectators witnessed remarkable performances. Aaron Vale (USA) and Carissimo 25 triumphed in the $62,500 LeMieux Grand Prix Qualifier CSI4* on Thursday. Friday saw Daniel Coyle (IRL) and Lena VDL setting a blistering pace to claim victory […]Read More
Ocala, FL- During Week X of the 2024 Winter Spectacular Show Series at World Equestrian Center – Ocala, the $15,000 Buckeye Nutrition Futures Prix saw a change of scenery. A field of promising horse-and-rider combinations tackled tracks designed by Bernardo Costa Cabral (POR) in the WEC Stadium. Ultimately, it was Megan Wexler (USA) who navigated a blistering fast jump-off aboard Gatsby’s Green Light (Carinjo x […]Read More
