AdventHealth Ocala Joins as Sponsor of Winter Wonderland at World Equestrian Center – Ocala

Ocala, FL – World Equestrian Center – Ocala (WEC) is excited to welcome AdventHealth Ocala as the presenting sponsor of the month-long Winter Wonderland holiday festival of lights. AdventHealth Ocala is a leader in providing individualized, whole-person care for body, mind and spirit through compassionate and comprehensive healthcare services for children and adults. “AdventHealth Ocala is thrilled to partner with World Equestrian Center – Ocala as the […]Read More

New Dates Announced for the All For The Horses Expo at World Equestrian Center – Ocala

Ocala, FL – The All for the Horses Expo, an all-equine industry tradeshow, will be held on Saturday, February 15 and Sunday, February 16, 2025 at World Equestrian Center – Ocala in Exposition Center 1. The event is planned for 9am to 5pm on Saturday and 9am to 2pm on Sunday. Returning for a third year, the All for the Horses Expo will bring back top […]Read More

Raising a Glass to Close Out the 2024 Ocala Food & Wine Festival

November 3, 2024 – Ocala, FL – The Ocala Food & Wine Festival presented by Lugano Diamonds wrapped up today, closing out a fabulous weekend at World Equestrian Center. The three-day culinary celebration brought a talented lineup of celebrity chefs to Ocala, including Chef Lorena Garcia, Marc Murphy, Esther Choi, Pitmaster Rashad Jones and Pastry Chef Yohann Le Bescond. Junior Chef Michael Seegobin also joined […]Read More

Winter Wonderland Lights Up World Equestrian Center – Ocala Starting November 29

It’s the best time of the year again at World Equestrian Center – Ocala, as the enchanting, monthlong Winter Wonderland holiday celebration returns for guests and visitors. This year, we’re bringing back both new and beloved favorites to make the season even more magical for all who attend. November 29 through December 23, Winter Wonderland is open Wednesday through Sunday from 5pm to 9pm, with […]Read More

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

Ocala, FL – National dressage competition returns to Indoor Arena 6 at World Equestrian Center – Ocala August 23-25. View ride times and results. Note, all times and dates are subject to change. Please refer to the WEC Calendar for updates.  The Labor Day Barrel Blast is just around the corner! Practice exhibitions take place August 28-29, but the real action begins August 30 to […]Read More

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

Ocala, FL – The 2024 Summer Series concludes on August 11, but the final week of competition is underway with competition held Wednesday through Sunday. Join us for the final Saturday night Grand Prix, the $75,000 UF Health Grand Prix on Saturday, August 10 at 7:30pm. Times are subject to change. Please visit the WEC Calendar for updates. Hunter Derby Friday will take over the […]Read More

Tickets Now On Sale for the Fourth Annual Ocala Food & Wine Festival

Ocala, FL— Back for a fourth year, the Ocala Food & Wine Festival presented by Lugano Diamonds returns to World Equestrian Center – Ocala November 1-3. The celebrity-chef-led celebration will feature three days of culinary competition, beer, wine, spirits education and samples of extraordinary cuisine. A portion of the proceeds will benefit the Public Education Foundation of Marion County and the ProStart Program, supporting youth programming in […]Read More

World Equestrian Center – Ocala Featured in TIME’s Annual List of the World’s Greatest Places 

Ocala, Florida—Today, TIME reveals the annual list of the World’s Greatest Places, which highlights 100 extraordinary destinations to visit and stay worldwide. World Equestrian Center – Ocala is one of 50 hotels and resorts to make the annual list and the only Florida resort featured on the stay list. Just 13 U.S. hotels and resorts are included this year. Recognized for its oak-lined campus in […]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

WEC Oktoberfest Bringing Bavarian Fun on Back-to-Back Saturdays in October 

Get ready to prost! Saturday, October 5 and 12 from 11am to 4pm  Ocala, FL— Back for another year, WEC Oktoberfest powered by Gary Yeomans Ford will celebrate Bavarian culture and festivities in World Equestrian Center – Ocala’s Exposition Center 1 on October 5 and 12. Tickets are on sale now for the two, back-to-back Saturdays from 11am to 4pm. Attendees can break out the […]Read More