Dressage Riders Reminded To Enter for World Equestrian Center November Dressage CDI3*

Ocala, FL – Dressage riders are reminded to turn in their entries for the World Equestrian Center (WEC) November Dressage CDI3* show presented by Hampton Green Farm and Discover Dressage, which runs November 16-19, 2023. Entries are due November 8, 2023. The competition features Fédération Equestre International (FEI)-rated classes in the facility’s stunning WEC Stadium as well as USEF/USDF-rated classes in outdoor arenas in order to enjoy Florida’s beautiful […]Read More

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

Ocala, FL – The third annual Ocala Food & Wine Festival presented by Lugano Diamonds returns to World Equestrian Center this weekend November 3-5! The 2023 event is a celebrity-chef-led celebration featuring three days of culinary competition, beer, wine and spirits education and samples of extraordinary cuisine. Led by celebrity Chef Lorena Garcia, Timothy Hollingsworth, Ocala’s favorite pitmaster Rashad Jones and our very own pastry chef […]Read More

The Riding Academy Hotel at WEC Welcomes Guests in Spring 2024

Ocala, FL – Joining the World Equestrian Center campus in Ocala, Florida, The Riding Academy Hotel will offer nearly 400 additional suites to visitors looking to stay on-site and experience what has often been called “Disneyland for horse lovers.” While not a five-star experience like The Equestrian Hotel, guests will feel right at home in The Riding Academy Hotel, which offers many similarities to its luxurious […]Read More

Myriad Services at UF Veterinary Hospital at WEC – Ocala Keep Your Equine Athlete in Top Condition

From state-of-the-art diagnostic imaging capabilities to leading-edge rehabilitation therapies, located on site next to Barn W, the University of Florida Veterinary Hospital at World Equestrian Center – Ocala offers a wide array of services to keep your equine athlete performing at its best. As we approach the winter season, we welcome the opportunity to work with you and your horse. This is a great time […]Read More

Calling All Junior Equitation Athletes! Qualify for the 2024 WEC Premier Equitation Cup Championship at World Equestrian Center – Ocala

Ocala, FL – Junior equitation riders still have the chance to qualify for the 2024 WEC Premier Equitation Cup Championship, set to take place at World Equestrian Center – Ocala on February 10, 2024. To secure a spot in this prestigious event, riders must accumulate a total of 150 points by participating in the WEC Premier Cup Qualifier class. Several opportunities remain to qualify for […]Read More

WEC Winter Wonderland Returns to Ocala Starting November 24

World Equestrian Center – Ocala presents the monthlong Winter Wonderland, returning for a third year to bring guests and visitors an enchanted celebration of the holiday season. Over one million twinkling lights will illuminate the WEC Grand Plaza, spreading holiday cheer daily from Friday, November 24 through Saturday, December 23, between 5pm and 9pm in the lead-up to Christmas Eve. Families will can bask in […]Read More

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

Ocala, FL – World Equestrian Center – Ocala has an exciting lineup of family-friendly events this week, featuring the Ocala International Horse Show, our inaugural Hocus Pawcus Canine Costume Contest, and a Halloween Celebration to get everyone in the spooky holiday spirit! The Ocala International Horse Show returns to World Equestrian Center – Ocala from October 24-28 in Indoor Arena 4 and the WEC Grand […]Read More

Kerrigan Gluch Lands Five Wins and Laura Graves Showcases Rising Star at World Equestrian Center October Dressage

Ocala, Florida – World Equestrian Center – Ocala hosted the latest in its popular series of rated dressage shows on October 21-22, 2023. Sponsored by Hampton Green Farm and Discover Dressage, there were USEF/USDF-rated classes from Training Level to FEI Grand Prix. In addition to national-level competition, the Iberian Spectacular showed the popular Spanish breed horses with demonstrations on Friday, October 20, and various horses were recognized throughout […]Read More

World Equestrian Center – Ocala Announces Two New Staff Appointments

Ocala, FL – The World Equestrian Center – Ocala Board of Directors announced the appointment of two major roles at the WEC – Ocala facility, naming Jon Garner as the Horse Show Manager and Kelly McCabe as the Head Show Secretary. Garner has been a part of the Sport Management team at WEC – Ocala as the FEI Jumping consultant since opening day in January […]Read More

New Grandview Clydesdales Experience Package Offered at The Equestrian Hotel

Tour one of the largest and most successful Clydesdale operations in the world when you stay at The Equestrian Hotel. The Equestrian Hotel at World Equestrian Center – Ocala has a brand new package featuring a stay in luxury at The Equestrian Hotel and a tour of the award-winning Grandview Clydesdales farm. During the tour, guests can explore the show, training, and breeding barns, meet […]Read More