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Gear Up for Special Events at Winter Classic 3 at World Equestrian Center – Wilmington

13 Dec 23 | Shows
Visit Santa in Vendor Village Saturday from 2pm-4pm. Photo by Winslow Photography.

Wilmington, Ohio – Winter Classic 3 at World Equestrian Center – Wilmington is jam-packed with special events for competitors, trainers, families and friends!

Exhibitors can look forward to celebrating the holiday season during ‘Gifts Under the Tree’ week, where class winners can enjoy selecting one gift from the tree at the show office, per their first blue ribbon of the week.

World Equestrian Center – Wilmington thanks all of its sponsors and vendors for their gracious donations to Gifts Under the Tree.

Troy Hendricks in the 2022 WEC Professional Medal. Photo by Winslow Photography.

The R+L Arena will play host to special classes on the weekend for juniors, amateurs and professionals!

  • The $1,500 Ugly Christmas Sweater Themed Hunt Team class will take place Friday evening after the conclusion of the Hunter Derbies. Horses and riders are to compete in teams of two.
  • The annual WEC Professional Medal will take place Saturday evening in the R+L Arena, where the champion will win a free stall for three horse shows.

Tune into clipmyhorse.com to watch all the action.

To view the prize list, class specs, and full schedule for Winter Classic 3, click here.

Photo by Winslow Photography.

Santa Claus is coming back to Vendor Village Saturday, December 16 from 2pm to 4pm. Join us to take your photo with Santa and put a good word in with the North Pole.

WEC’s annual Gingerbread House Contest will be held between 10am and 5pm Saturday in the Paddock Club. Exhibitors can pick up their gingerbread house kit until 5pm on Friday in the Sanctuary lobby. Judging will be separated into three categories themes, WEC, Christmas, and Winter Wonderland.

Join us for a week full of exciting equestrian competition and holiday themed fun!

Photo by Winslow Photography.

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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. Learn more at wec.net.

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tj.campbell@wec.net

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