January 6, 2023 – Ocala, Fla. – Entries for the Dressage VIII and IX shows presented by Hampton Green Farm and Discover Dressage on January 19-20 and January 21-22, 2023, at World Equestrian Center – Ocala (WEC) will close on January 11, 2023. Riders are reminded to turn in their entries soon in order to participate in the national-level shows that feature US Equestrian (USEF)/United States Dressage Federation-rated (USDF) classes and are qualifying competitions for the Great American/USDF Regional Championships.
The January national shows are the first of 10 weeks of dressage competition on the 2023 schedule at WEC – Ocala, which also includes three Fédération Equestre International (FEI) internationally rated CDI3* events and two CDI-W (World Cup qualifying) shows with concurrent USEF/USDF classes.
The January, February, and March national shows will all be held in the expansive, climate-controlled indoor arenas.
The full 2023 dressage competition schedule at WEC – Ocala is:
January 19-22, 2023 – USEF/USDF competition
February 23-26, 2023 – USEF/USDF competition
March 9-12, 2023 – USEF/USDF competition
April 13-16, 2023 – CDI3* and USEF/USDF competition
May 25-28, 2023 – CDI3* and USEF/USDF competition
August 24-27, 2023 – USEF/USDF competition
September 14-17, 2023 – CDI3* and USEF/USDF competition
October 19-22, 2023 – USEF/USDF competition
November 16-19, 2023 – CDI-W and USEF/USDF competition (Pending USEF and FEI approval)
December 7-10, 2023 – CDI-W and USEF/USDF competition (Pending USEF and FEI approval)
All of the USEF/USDF shows are qualifying competitions for the Great American/USDF Regional Championships.
Upcoming 2023 prize list and show entry information can be found HERE.
UF Veterinary Hospital at World Equestrian Center – Ocala Available for All Your Animals’ Needs
For all WEC competitors, horse owners and animal lovers in the surrounding area, the UF Veterinary Hospital located on the show grounds offers the best way to have leading-edge care from board-certified specialists. Sport horses, backyard pets, and animals large and small can be cared for at UF Veterinary Hospital at WEC.
Learn more about all of their services at hospitals.vetmed.ufl.edu/wec or contact 352-414-3858 for information and appointments.
About World Equestrian Center
World Equestrian Center features two premier equestrian and multidisciplinary venues in Ocala, Florida, and Wilmington, Ohio.
These exclusive facilities comprise state-of-the-art arenas, expansive stadiums, versatile outdoor space, sporting fields and well-appointed exposition centers. An abundance of lodging options and luxury accommodations are conveniently located on-site, along with shopping and dining throughout each property.
Dedicated to offering great sport and good fun in a family-friendly environment, World Equestrian Center promises an unparalleled experience for exhibitors, spectators, vendors, sponsors and retailers built on three core values: Quality. Class. Distinction.
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