Ocala, FL – On Friday evening, the $15,000 Buckeye Nutrition Futures Prix took over the WEC Grand Arena to allow developing horses and riders the chance to compete under the lights to one day prepare for the Saturday night grand prix. FEI Level III course designer Oscar Soberon (USA) built the welcoming tracks for the twenty-two starters, but it was pathfinder Brooks Hull and Derek […]Read More
Ocala, FL – Stunning hunters filled the CaptiveOne Advisors Arena 1 for the first hunter derby Friday of the 2022 USEF Fall Show Series to contest the $12,500 WEC Ocala 3’6”-3’9” Hunter Derby, $10,000 WEC Ocala 3’ Open Hunter Derby and $10,000 WEC Ocala 3’Jr/Am Hunter Derby. Dean Rheinheimer of Sheridan, Indiana, built the open tracks that emulated natural hunt field obstacles. Competition was fierce […]Read More
Ocala, FL – The first week of the 2022 USEF Fall Show Series at World Equestrian Center – Ocala is officially underway, despite the tropical storm. World Equestrian Center – Ocala’s climate-controlled indoor arenas ensured that inclement weather didn’t dampen athlete performances during today’s $24,000 C. Jarvis Insurance Welcome Prix. An elite group of top-level athletes gathered in Arena 3 to tackle FEI Level III […]Read More
Ocala, Fla. – November 10, 2022 – World Equestrian Center – Ocala is pleased to announce circuit VIP viewing and dining tables are now available for the 12-week 2023 Winter Spectacular Show Series. Enjoy Olympic-level show jumping under the lights on Saturday nights with an exclusive VIP viewing and dining experience courtesy of Stirrups Restaurant. The VIP private table overlooking the WEC Grand Arena will […]Read More
Ocala, FL – World Equestrian Center – Ocala is honored to host three of country music’s top entertainers in the Never Give Up On Country benefit concert for the Travis Mills Foundation Friday, December 9 in Expo 1. The concert will feature powerful performances by Jimmie Allen, Colt Ford and Kidd G. A block party kicks off the event at 4:30pm with music by Chris […]Read More
Ocala, FL – National hunter/jumper competition returns to World Equestrian Center – Ocala this week! The 2022 USEF Fall Show Series consists of four-weeks of Premier Hunter/Level 6 jumper competition from November 9 through November 20 and December 7 through December 18. Competition occurs Wednesday through Sunday. Visit Show Management System to see estimated start times, orders of go, counts, live scoring and results. World […]Read More
The second annual Ocala Food & Wine Festival presented by Lugano Diamonds wrapped up on Sunday with a celebratory Champagne Jazz Brunch on the terrace at The Equestrian Hotel. The sounds of smooth jazz from Backbeat Entertainment set the ambiance as guests browsed the Bloody Mary bar, well-stocked with many a pickled pepper, and sipped Veuve Clicquot as they lounged in the Florida sunshine. It […]Read More
Ocala, FL – We have an incredible weekend of culinary delights in store from November 4-6 featuring seven celebrity chefs, 20 participating restaurants and three days of culinary excellence! Join us to explore a full weekend of food, wine and entertainment at World Equestrian Center – Ocala during the upcoming Ocala Food & Wine Festival presented by Lugano Diamonds. Friday, November 4: Tasting Notes Welcome […]Read More
Ocala, FL – World Equestrian Center – Ocala is near completion on two new rings. The generously sized rings are 180 ft. x 300 ft. and feature all weather footing. Both rings are located on the northwest side of the property, by Barn Y. The new rings are being built to accommodate exhibitors who are conducting training and schooling rides, and to supply them […]Read More
Ocala, Fla. – The final international-level dressage show at World Equestrian Center – Ocala, presented by Hampton Green Farm and Discover Dressage, is the November Dressage CDI3* on November 17-20, 2022. In addition to CDI divisions, the show hosts a concurrent national USEF/USDF-rated competition. Entries for the show close on November 9, 2022. Along with the chance to compete, those attending the WEC November Dressage […]Read More
