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
Ocala, FL – With hurricane season now underway, horse owners are urged to take proactive measures to ensure the safety and health of their animals before the need arises. As in previous seasons, World Equestrian Center – Ocala (WEC) is prepared to open its doors to evacuees and encourages horse owners to have the necessary health documentation ready before arrival. At WEC, we are committed […]Read More
The Best of the 352 is back for another year and World Equestrian Center – Ocala is proud to be among the winners! We’ve swept top placements across a range of categories, thanks to the support of all those who voted for us this year. The Best of the 352 celebrates the best businesses and services in our community, based on the votes of local […]Read More
Ocala, FL – June 3, 2024 – World Equestrian Center – Ocala is pleased to announce the appointment of Tom Hern as the new Director of Equestrian Operations. With extensive experience managing horse shows and a track record of exceptional leadership, Hern brings a variety of knowledge and expertise to the role. Hern’s resume includes his tenure as Horse Show Manager at Fieldstone Show Park in […]Read More
Ocala, FL – Competition wrapped up on Sunday, May 26, 2024, at the Hampton Green Farms WEC May Dressage CDI3* presented by Lugano Diamonds. Winning all three of their classes this week were Justine Boyer (USA) and Campanero HGF in the Junior CDI division. Boyer and Campanero HGF, an 11-year-old PRE gelding by Camaron IX x Adelante owned by Hampton Green Farm, closed out their week with a win […]Read More
Ocala, FL – Naima Moreira Laliberte (CAN) and Statesman, owned by KML Inc., won their second class in a row in the Grand Prix Special CDI3* on Saturday, May 25, 2024, during the Hampton Green Farms WEC May Dressage CDI3* presented by Lugano Diamonds. The show includes international- and national-level classes and concludes on Sunday, May 26. Laliberte and Statesman scored 70.723% for their Special victory. “My goal […]Read More
Ocala, FL – The Hampton Green Farms Grand Prix Freestyle CDI3* presented by Lugano Diamonds was the highlight event on Friday, May 24, at the World Equestrian Center (WEC) May Dressage CDI3* at WEC – Ocala. Ariana Chia (CAN) and Guateque IV, owned by Coves Darden Farm, claimed their first freestyle win together. Naima Moreira Laliberte (CAN) and Statesman, owned by KML Inc. topped the Grand Prix for Special […]Read More
Ocala, FL – The Hampton Green Farms World Equestrian Center (WEC) May Dressage CDI3* presented by Lugano Diamonds began on Thursday, May 23, at WEC – Ocala, and Canadian riders swept top honors. Ariana Chia and Guateque IV won the Grand Prix for Freestyle CDI3*, while Jill Irving and Knight were best in the Prix St. Georges CDI1*. The Hampton Green Farms WEC May Dressage CDI3* presented by Lugano […]Read More
Ocala, FL – World Equestrian Center – Ocala is thrilled to welcome back international dressage competition this week in the WEC Grand Arena! International events kick off today and continue through Sunday. You can find the international ride times here. National competition will take place in Indoor Arena 2 and Indoor Arena 3, Friday through Sunday. Check out the national ride times. Join us for […]Read More
May 21, 2024 – Ocala, FL – The 2024 World Equestrian Center – Ocala (WEC) Summer Series has an exciting addition to the Week II schedule, running from June 19-23. The South Standlee/USHJA National Hunter Derby Regional Championship is coming to WEC – Ocala and will feature three hunter derbies: open, junior and amateur, each boasting $12,500 in prize money. Set in the prestigious WEC Stadium, this […]Read More
