World Equestrian Center – Ocala invites Ocala dog owners to the first-ever Hocus Pawcus Canine Costume Contest Saturday, October 28 from 4pm to 6pm in Expo Center 2. This free social event is guaranteed to be a barking good time. Owners and pets alike are encouraged to dress in their Halloween best to compete for top-dog prizes in a selection of costume categories, including: Best-in-Show […]Read More
Ocala, FL – World Equestrian Center – Ocala is hosting a week full of fun and exciting events! Oktoberfest returns Saturday, September 30 and October 7 from 11am-5pm in Expo Center 1. Break out the lederhosen and enjoy traditional food, fill a commemorative stein with draft pours and samples of German beer, play games (stein-holding competition, anyone?) and dance to live music with the Swinging Bavarians. […]Read More
The Equestrian Hotel has received the coveted AAA Four Diamond designation and is now offering AAA members a special booking rate. This is the first time The Equestrian Hotel has attained this prestigious honor since opening in 2021. “We are pleased to receive the AAA Four Diamond designation,” said Justin Garner, Director of Hotel and Hospitality Operations. “We provide every guest with exceptional hospitality throughout […]Read More
Get ready for an extraordinary weekend filled with tantalizing flavors, celebrity chefs, and the finest wines and spirits. The Ocala Food & Wine Festival presented by Lugano Diamonds is back for its third annual edition, taking place at World Equestrian Center – Ocala November 3-5, 2023. This exclusive 21+ event promises an unforgettable experience, while supporting a great cause—proceeds benefit the Public Education Foundation of […]Read More
Tickets on sale now for September 30 and October 7, 2023. Celebrate Oktoberfest 2023 at World Equestrian Center – Ocala! It’s that time of year again when we bring the spirit of Germany to World Equestrian Center – Ocala! We are excited to announce the return of our annual WEC Oktoberfest event, now in its third year. Join us for two back-to-back Saturdays of German-themed fun on September 30 […]Read More
June 29, 2023— Stirrups Restaurant has been honored for its outstanding wine program in Wine Spectator’s 2023 Restaurant Awards, which celebrate the world’s best restaurants for wine. After two years committed to wine curation under the joint guidance of Complex Director of Food and Beverage, Jeremy Gow, and Beverage Director and Master Sommelier, Roland Micu, Stirrups Restaurant has won the prestigious Best of Award of […]Read More
OCALA, Florida — The Equestrian Hotel is pleased to partner with The Canyons Zip Line and Adventure Park, one of Ocala’s top local attractions to bring guests premier access to quintessential area experiences through a new hotel stay package promotion. Starting in May of 2023, guests can book a stay in one of The Equestrian Hotel’s luxurious, equestrian-inspired rooms or suites and choose to experience […]Read More
Still searching for your dream job? Looking for a career in Ocala? Bring your résumé April 10, 11 and 12 and be considered for openings on the world-class hospitality team at World Equestrian Center. The WEC – Ocala Job Fair in Exposition Center 1 from 11am to 4pm will offer the opportunity for candidates to stop by for on-the-spot interviews for a range of open […]Read More
World Equestrian Center – Ocala will debut their own Blueberry-Chipotle Barbecue Sauce on Saturday, May 14 in conjunction with their inaugural Blueberry Festival powered by Gary Yeomans Ford. Made with blueberries harvested at World Equestrian Center’s 25-acre blueberry farm in Ocala, the barbecue sauce is an all-natural product that’s proudly made and bottled in America. WEC’s world-class culinary team devised the unique combination of ingredients […]Read More
The 2022 Ocala Winter Spectacular Show Series kicks off at World Equestrian Center – Ocala on Wednesday, January 5 with 12-weeks of thrilling hunter/jumper competition! Feature competition includes Saturday night’s $75,000 Golden Ocala Golf & Equestrian Club Grand Prix, $20,000 C. Jarvis Insurance Welcome Prix, $10,000 Buckeye Nutrition Futures Prix, Hunter Derby Friday and much more! This week also features World Equestrian Center – Ocala’s […]Read More
