Andres Soto and Optimus Blue Take the Blue in $62,500 Grand Prix Qualifier CSI4* 

Ocala, FL – The $62,500 Grand Prix Qualifier CSI4* was the highlight event of the evening, featuring 28 horse-and-rider combinations representing 12 different nations competing for top honors. In a thrilling seven-horse jump-off, it was the last to go, Andres Soto (DOM), who claimed the winning title aboard his own Optimus Blue (Chacco Blue x Baloubet De Rouet). Alan Wade (IRL) designed the challenging four-star […]Read More

Join Us for Afternoon Tea in the Paris Room

An enchanting teatime awaits in the Paris Room at The Equestrian Hotel on the last Sunday of every month from 12pm to 2pm from July 29 through December 29. Indulge in the English tradition of afternoon tea with an array of teas and gourmet creations, including savory finger sandwiches, delicate pastries and sweet treats. Full tea service is complemented by a glass of brut sparkling […]Read More

Kristen Vanderveen and Bull Run’s Faustino De Tili Storm to Victory in the $31,500 1.45m Speed CSI4*

Ocala, FL – International competition is in full swing this week at World Equestrian Center – Ocala. The highlight event on Wednesday was the $31,500 1.45m Speed CSI4*, where an elite field of horse-and-rider combinations competed over a winding track designed by FEI Level IV course designer Alan Wade (IRL). Kristen Vanderveen (USA) took an early lead aboard Bull Run Jumpers Five LLC’s Bull Run’s […]Read More

What’s Happening this Week at World Equestrian Center – Ocala

Ocala, FL – The 2024 Summer Series is officially underway at World Equestrian Center – Ocala with thrilling hunter/jumper competition Wednesday through Sunday through August 11. Spectators are welcome, there is no charge for admission or parking! Saturday night grand prix events are back! Join us every Saturday night at 7:30pm* for elite show jumping action under the lights in the WEC Grand Arena. Visit […]Read More

World Equestrian Center – Ocala Welcomes Back Dressage for Hampton Green Farms July National Competition

June 26, 2024 – Ocala, FL – Dressage returns to World Equestrian Center – Ocala (WEC) for the Hampton Green Farms WEC July Dressage Show on July 13-14, 2024, for USEF/USDF Level 3 competition. Entries are due by July 3, 2024. For the first time ever, WEC plans to host equestrian competition in Indoor Arena 6. The expansive arena will be able to hold all dressage competition […]Read More

You’re Invited to the Sports at WEC Open House!

When: Friday, June 28, 2024 from 6pm – 8pmWhere: World Equestrian Center – OcalaWEC Exposition Center 21598 NW 87th Ct. Rd.Ocala, FL 34482 You’re invited to attend a free open house for Sports at WEC! Mark your calendars for Friday, June 28 from 6pm to 8pm to explore the world-class venue currently tailored for indoor soccer. The open-door evening is dedicated to introducing the Ocala […]Read More

Canada’s Erynn Ballard Can’t Be Beat in the $40,000 YETI National Grand Prix 

Ocala, FL – The $40,000 YETI National Grand Prix was the highlight event on Sunday morning, featuring 39 horse-and-rider combinations competing for top honors. Fresh off last night’s $125,000 Lugano Diamonds Grand Prix CSI3* victory, Erynn Ballard (CAN) continued her success by claiming first place aboard Mullentine Shalom (Untouchable 27 x Mullentine Crosskeys) and third place with De Flor 111 Z Santa Rosa (Der Senaat […]Read More

Erynn Ballard and Coconet Shine Bright in the $125,000 Lugano Diamonds Grand Prix CSI3*

Ocala, FL – The second Saturday night Grand Prix of the 2024 Summer Series drew crowds to the WEC Grand Arena, where 32 top horse-and-rider combinations competed for victory in the $125,000 Lugano Diamonds Grand Prix CSI3*. Thirteen different countries were represented in Saturday night’s field, but it was Canada’s Erynn Ballard who emerged victorious aboard Wight Show Stables LLC’s Coconet (Colman x Cornet’s Stern).  […]Read More

Timothy Maddrix and Hayley Waters Wear Score Wins in the Standlee/USHJA National Hunter Derby Regional South Championships

Ocala, FL – The Standlee/USHJA National Hunter Derby Regional South Championships took over the WEC Stadium at World Equestrian Center – Ocala, featuring two highly competitive hunter derbies: the $20,100 Standlee/USHJA National Hunter Derby Regional South Championship – Open and the $20,100 Standlee/USHJA National Hunter Derby Regional South Championship – Junior/Amateur. Hoping to impress an esteemed panel of judges, including Richard Slocum, Dianne Grod, Joy […]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