A Taste of Life in the Horse Capital of the World®
Step into the world of horses, from thrilling sport to storied farms. Check our calendar to plan around horse shows.
24 Hours | A Touch of Equestrian Life
Experience the arena, dine with a view and tour Ocala horse farms.
24 Hours | A Touch of Equestrian Life
Experience the arena, dine with a view and tour Ocala horse farms.
Day 1 | Your First Ringside Moment
- Get Ringside. Plan your stay for equestrian competition and experience world-class horse sport up close.
- Dine with an Equestrian View. Reserve dinner at Stirrups Restaurant , a Southern-inspired steakhouse overlooking the Grand Arena.
Go Behind the Farm Gates
- See WEC come to life. Wander toward the arenas to take in the morning activity before setting out to explore the surrounding Horse Country.
- Go behind the farm gates. Join Farm Tours of Ocala to meet horses and discover the breeding and training operations behind Ocala’s equestrian legacy.
Day 1 | Your First Ringside Moment
- Get Ringside. Plan your stay for equestrian competition and experience world-class horse sport up close.
- Dine with an Equestrian View. Reserve dinner at Stirrups Restaurant , a Southern-inspired steakhouse overlooking the Grand Arena.
Go Behind the Farm Gates
- See WEC come to life. Wander toward the arenas to take in the morning activity before setting out to explore the surrounding Horse Country.
- Go behind the farm gates. Join Farm Tours of Ocala to meet horses and discover the breeding and training operations behind Ocala’s equestrian legacy.
3 Days | A Weekend in the Horse Capital of the World®
Explore world-class equestrian sport, scenic trails and horse country life.
3 Days | A Weekend in the Horse Capital of the World®
Explore world-class equestrian sport, scenic trails and horse country life.
Step Into the Equestrian World
- Take the reins. Hop on a golf cart to explore WEC, find the arenas and stop to watch the action whenever something catches your eye.
- Dine like a local. Head to The Polo Pony , a local favorite for cocktails and elevated pub fare, before tomorrow’s Horse Country adventures.
Pastures, Trails & Grandstands
- Watch the sport up close. Get ringside with a discipline you may have never seen before by checking for equestrian competition when you book.
- Take the scenic route. Drive past rolling pastures and fence-lined farms, then discover equine legends along downtown Ocala’s Walk of Champions .
- Get in the saddle. Ride with Cactus Jack’s Trail Rides through the Cross Florida Greenway for a horseback view of natural Florida.
- Dine with an equestrian view. Overlook the Grand Arena at Stirrups or head to The Equestrian Manor for rooftop dining and countryside views.
One More Horse Country Moment
- Savor one last morning in Horse Country. Pick up house-made French pastries and coffee from Emma’s Patisserie before the day begins.
- Meet the Gypsy Vanners. Visit Gypsy Gold Horse Farm to discover the breed’s story and meet the mares, foals and stallions that call the farm home.
Step Into the Equestrian World
- Take the reins. Hop on a golf cart to explore WEC, find the arenas and stop to watch the action whenever something catches your eye.
- Dine like a local. Head to The Polo Pony , a local favorite for cocktails and elevated pub fare, before tomorrow’s Horse Country adventures.
Pastures, Trails & Grandstands
- Watch the sport up close. Get ringside with a discipline you may have never seen before by checking for equestrian competition when you book.
- Take the scenic route. Drive past rolling pastures and fence-lined farms, then discover equine legends along downtown Ocala’s Walk of Champions .
- Get in the saddle. Ride with Cactus Jack’s Trail Rides through the Cross Florida Greenway for a horseback view of natural Florida.
- Dine with an equestrian view. Overlook the Grand Arena at Stirrups or head to The Equestrian Manor for rooftop dining and countryside views.
One More Horse Country Moment
- Savor one last morning in Horse Country. Pick up house-made French pastries and coffee from Emma’s Patisserie before the day begins.
- Meet the Gypsy Vanners. Visit Gypsy Gold Horse Farm to discover the breed’s story and meet the mares, foals and stallions that call the farm home.
5 Days | Immerse Yourself in Florida Horse Country
Experience horse shows, farm tours and equestrian adventures.
5 Days | Immerse Yourself in Florida Horse Country
Experience horse shows, farm tours and equestrian adventures.
Let the Horses Lead
- Find the action. Plan around WEC’s horse show schedule , then wander toward the arenas and get your first taste of the equestrian world.
- Keep dinner easy. Choose Viola & Dot’s Italian Kitchen & Pizzeria or Filo’s Mexican Cantina for a casual dinner around the Grand Arena.
Live the Horse Country Life
- Make a show day of it. Choose a featured class or discipline at WEC, settle in ringside and browse the equestrian shops between classes.
- Have a horse adventure. Spot wild horses at Paynes Prairie , trail ride with Cactus Jack’s or explore The Canyons on horseback.
- Shop the equestrian lifestyle. Explore WEC’s apparel, accessories and equestrian-inspired finds, then visit Equine Instincts for art inspired by horses and nature.
- Meet the Clydesdales. Visit Grandview Clydesdale Farm for a guided tour, meet the horses and learn about life on the farm.
- Toast to Horse Country. Head to The Equestrian Manor for rooftop dining at The White Willow or Genevieve’s with countryside views.
One More Equestrian Encounter
- Brunch overlooking the arena. Return to Stirrups Restaurant for a leisurely final meal with Grand Arena views before heading home.
- Visit an official U.S. Equestrian Team training site. Stop at The Florida Horse Park on the way home to explore a venue where the U.S. Equestrian Team trains.
Let the Horses Lead
- Find the action. Plan around WEC’s horse show schedule , then wander toward the arenas and get your first taste of the equestrian world.
- Keep dinner easy. Choose Viola & Dot’s Italian Kitchen & Pizzeria or Filo’s Mexican Cantina for a casual dinner around the Grand Arena.
Live the Horse Country Life
- Make a show day of it. Choose a featured class or discipline at WEC, settle in ringside and browse the equestrian shops between classes.
- Have a horse adventure. Spot wild horses at Paynes Prairie , trail ride with Cactus Jack’s or explore The Canyons on horseback.
- Shop the equestrian lifestyle. Explore WEC’s apparel, accessories and equestrian-inspired finds, then visit Equine Instincts for art inspired by horses and nature.
- Meet the Clydesdales. Visit Grandview Clydesdale Farm for a guided tour, meet the horses and learn about life on the farm.
- Toast to Horse Country. Head to The Equestrian Manor for rooftop dining at The White Willow or Genevieve’s with countryside views.
One More Equestrian Encounter
- Brunch overlooking the arena. Return to Stirrups Restaurant for a leisurely final meal with Grand Arena views before heading home.
- Visit an official U.S. Equestrian Team training site. Stop at The Florida Horse Park on the way home to explore a venue where the U.S. Equestrian Team trains.
Stay a Little Longer in Horse Country
There’s always another class to watch, country road to follow or story to discover. Stay at the heart of Horse Country and experience even more at your own pace.