The Third Annual Ocala Food & Wine Festival Presented By Lugano Diamonds Finishes on a Sweet Note

The third iteration of the Ocala Food & Wine Festival presented by Lugano Diamonds came to a close this weekend after three days of extraordinary culinary celebration. But the festival is about more than just enjoying the best food and fine wine—it’s about giving back and inspiring the next generation of culinarians.  Before the official start of the festival weekend, all four celebrity chefs—Lorena Garcia, […]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

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

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

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

Ocala, FL – National-level dressage is back at World Equestrian Center – Ocala, with competition taking place on October 21-22 in the UF Health Indoor Arena 2. For the prize list, ride times, and additional information, click here. Beyond the captivating dressage events, we invite you to join us for the Ibericon Reception, presented by Hampton Green Farm and the Baroque Equestrian Institute. This delightful […]Read More

By Popular Demand, Friday Night Tickets Now Available for the Ocala Food & Wine Festival

The third annual Ocala Food & Wine Festival presented by Lugano Diamonds is returning to World Equestrian Center – Ocala on November 3-5, 2023 and now guests can access even more of the fun.  By popular request, a limited number of tickets are now on sale for the kickoff event on the evening of November 3. The three-day festival weekend begins with the Barbecue, Bourbon […]Read More

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

Ocala, FL – World Equestrian Center – Ocala is joining in the National Dessert Day celebration through October 15! Swing by Emma’s Patisserie at The Equestrian Hotel and savor a delightful 10% discount on all desserts and macarons in honor of this sweet occasion. Act fast, as this offer is available for a limited time only! With the arrival of autumn, the weather is turning […]Read More

The Equestrian Hotel Recognized for Achieving Excellence in the Meetings Industry at 2023 Stella Awards

October 10, 2023 – Ocala, FL – The Equestrian Hotel has been named among the winners of Northstar Meetings Group’s 7th Annual Stella Awards, the meetings industry’s highest honor. The Equestrian Hotel has placed in three categories: Voted on and judged by meeting planners, the Stella Awards recognize the world’s best hotels, airlines, convention and conference centers, cruise lines, destination marketing organizations and destination management companies. A […]Read More